first time homebuyers: Buyers: Will you Accept Being a Backup Offer? - 08/30/18 03:19 PM
In fast moving markets, many listings are sold in the first few hours or days on the market.  But more and more sellers are continuing to show their home....in search of backup offers.  What does this mean to you as a buyer?  And why would sellers opt to do this?  I can answer those two questions in this post.  Then you can decide if entering into this type of offer benefits you in the long run.
 
What does a backup offer mean to a buyer? 
A backup offer is when the sellers have already accepted an offer on their home, but due to … (2 comments)

first time homebuyers: What Would Goldilocks Do? - 10/18/11 10:21 AM
What Would Goldilocks Do?
Today's buyers are much like a modern day Goldilocks in search of a home that is "just right"!

 
Let's look at the differences that she may face in today's challenging real estate market:
 "Goldilocks" has more than three choices!
Let's face it, there are hundreds of listings out there that may meet your very general criteria.  Knowing which ones to choose and try is not something that buyers should do alone.  Stumbling into the waiting arms of the listing agent at an open house could lead to trouble.  Or at least feelings that the buyer was … (4 comments)

 
Karen Feltman, Relocation Specialist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa (Cedar Rapids/Iowa City, IA KW Legacy Group)

Karen Feltman

Relocation Specialist in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

Cedar Rapids, IA

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Cedar Rapids/Iowa City, IA KW Legacy Group

Address: 4850 Armar Drive SE, Ste B, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52403

Mobile: 319-521-0701

Office: 319-423-4139

Whether you are relocating from another state or you are moving within the market area, there is always some adjustments to be made! My focus is on the well-being and safety of your family. A house is very important, but making the Cedar Rapids area your home takes a little more effort. My clients call me long after the closing for advice on a veternarian for their new puppy or the best daycares in the area. Meeting new people is always fun for me and I love my job! Call me if you would like to know what your home is worth in the current market or if you think that you might want to move up to another home somewhere else. We will miss you, but I will happy to get you on your way to your next adventure as quickly as possible!


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