home buyer: The Ripple Effect - 05/22/13 08:06 AM


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home buyer: 6 Tips For Negotiating The Best Price On A Home - 06/30/12 07:31 AM
Negotiate Your Best House Buy By: G. M. Filisko
Published: June 4, 2010
Keep your emotions in check and your eyes on the goal, and you’ll pay less when purchasing a home.
Here are six tips for negotiating the best price on a home.
1. Get prequalified for a mortgage Getting prequalified for a mortgage proves to sellers that you’re serious about buying and capable of affording their home. That will push you to the head of the pack when sellers choose among offers; they’ll go with buyers who are a sure financial bet, not those whose financing could flop.
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home buyer: Progressing RE Agents read Real Estate Magazines - 05/24/10 08:58 AM
Well, I am happy to say I have been able to keep one of my New Years resolutions...reading my real estate magazines!  As a Realtor I get several magazines sent to me on a monthly basis.  Often agents throw them away, toss them into a pile or don't read them.  However, these real estate magazines are chock full of good ideas, technology, life experiences, agent input, etc. one cannot afford to read them.  I have been able to further my knowledge, ideas, contacts & impress my clients with my cutting edge concepts.  People are working hard to help us Realtors keep in … (0 comments)

home buyer: STREET SMART AGENTS - 02/28/08 04:43 AM
STREET SMART AGENT
It is sooooo important to have the right agent working for you.  Why?  Because in times like these when the real estate market gets tight, lawsuits soar and crazy things happen.  An experienced agent will take the time to do their research and homework to ensure you are getting the best property and not just a transaction in their pocket.  What type of research you ask?  What should my concerns be?
Well, if a property has been on the market a long time, several issues come into play. 
Some of the obvious...is it priced right?  Do the sellers want or … (0 comments)

home buyer: GREAT REAL ESTATE WEBSITES - 12/03/07 04:02 AM
I am always looking for the latest greatest information out there when it comes to real estate.  Therefore, here is a list of great real estate websites I came across you might want to go check out.
http://www.gliffy.com/ - build flow charts, floor plans, and drawings.  Add colors, drop shadows, & gradient fills.  No install, no cost.
http://www.jumpcut.com/ - Online editing tools to create a polished, deal-sealing movie.  Add a soundtrack by uploading your favorite MP3 file.  Jumpcut provides a basic, but easy -to-use set of video editing tools, then lets you host your movies online & send the links straight to your … (2 comments)

home buyer: REFERRALS ~ SOMEBODY THINKS YOUR GREAT! - 10/16/07 09:07 AM
I had a great day in real estate today and it wasn't about making money but connecting with people and hearing their life situations.  In this business you meet all kinds of people and ever so often you meet exceptional people who touch your life. 
One gal whom I had never met had been accessing my website and informed me she was no longer in the market to buy because she got engaged and was moving out of state.  I could hear the happiness in this woman's voice and in exchange made me happy for her.  Her excitement was contagious, give … (5 comments)

home buyer: GREAT NEIGHBORS OR GREAT NEIGHBORHOOD! - 09/11/07 09:17 AM
I have to say...I have the best neighbors in the whole wide world!  This in turn makes it hard for any of us to ever want to move.  Many of us have outgrown our house, but we end up staying because we know we have it good.  Yes, we all help each other out and look over one another's home when someone goes out of town.  However, we go above and beyond what most neighbors do for one another.  My neighbors have stepped in to take or pick up my kiddo from school if I have an appointment or an immediate … (0 comments)

home buyer: Items Home Buyers Want Right Now! - 08/15/07 04:18 AM
With the real estate market the way it is, I am finding homeowners are expecting a lot more for their buck.  What is 10 or 20 thousand more when a home has everything and them some?  It is well worth the extra money per month on their payment to own a home with everything done vs. one that needs work.  Here are a few items I am finding my buyers are requesting...
Designer Kitchens Great Garages (storage, finished floors) A Welcoming Entry Beautiful Spa Bathrooms Cool CountertopsUpgraded Hardwood FloorsFun FixturesStainless Steel AppliancesCloset OrganizersFabulous LightingBuilt-insHealthy Green GrassWhat are you finding your home buyers want right … (0 comments)

home buyer: Knowing the Real Estate Market Everywhere - 07/26/07 03:08 AM
I don't know about you, but I find myself curious about the real estate market every where I go.  I go to visit a friend in another City or County...I can't help myself from going into open houses or picking up flyers on properties for sale, let alone going into model homes in new developments. 
In order to be the best agent I can be, I feel I have to know the market anywhere and everywhere.  This way, when I hear a clients needs, I can direct them to the best possible location for the best price.  Who cares if I am on vacation … (2 comments)