thomasteam: First Time Home Buyer Tips
- 01/31/08 02:05 PM
Don't be discouraged if you can't find the perfect home of your dreams. If it's in a good neighborhood and the right price range for you, don't pass it by. Talk to your agent about an FHA 203K loan. You can get your "soon to be dream home" at a great price, and add the cost for remodelling the kitchen to what suits you, or add the deck you really want to your loan. It will be your home, and you can do with it what you please. It works the same as an FHA loan, only you borrow up to the appraised … (0 comments)
thomasteam: Troy Ohio Market Update
- 01/31/08 01:53 PM
Contrary to the news, all in real estate is not doom and gloom. If you are living in Florida, California or Nevada, then yes, you may be losing a small fortune on any real estate owned. But the facts are that the real estate market in Troy, Ohio is not as bad as people think. Yes, homes are on the market longer than normal and some sellers are taking less for their homes. However, the main reason for this is that many sellers are finding that they have to sell their home sooner than they had anticipated. Historically to recoup the … (0 comments)
thomasteam: Sell in a Buyer's Market
- 01/31/08 12:20 PM
It's a buyer's market. While that's great news for all home buyers, it seems to leave little hope for home sellers. But, fear not sellers - all is not lost. There are still some great tips to help give you a selling edge: Prepare yourself - you have to accept what the market is and make the most of it. Get ready for picky buyers - curb appeal and other details are vital to entice a buyer into your home. Get educated about your neighborhood's real estate market. Hire an inspector - they can impartially let you know what needs to be fixed before your … (0 comments)
thomasteam: My RealLiving Buyer Portal!
- 01/31/08 10:25 AM
With a MyRealLiving account, you have a huge advantage over other buyers. You see homes as soon as they arrive on the market. It's never been easier to find the home of your dreams! MyRealLiving offers you a comprehensive set of time-saving and easy-to-use online tools. It'll help you organize, personalize, share and save information throughout the process. Check out the time-saving features! Save listings, searches and bookmarks. Share information easily with friends, family and agents. Receive e-mails with updates on saved properties as well as new matches to saved searches. Keep a calendar of showings, open houses and other key events. … (0 comments)
thomasteam: How does Real Living rank in residential real estate?
- 01/31/08 10:23 AM
Today, Real Living is the largest independently owned , residential real estate firm in the Midwest. In addition, we are: #4 in the Nation #1 in the Midwest #1 in Ohio! With offices in more than 20 states across the country and incredible sales volume, we have the power, experience, and proven track record to best serve your needs. With company growth of 200% from 2005 to 2006...we are still growing! WOW! www.thomasteam.info … (0 comments)
thomasteam: REAL LIVING ROCKS!
- 01/31/08 10:22 AM
Real Living was born in 2002, a merger among several successful, long-established real estate companies. Our founding companies joined forces to keep growing...because of their steadfast commitment to the real estate agents and the consumers they served...and because they knew, like all thriving families, the best businesses must grow and evolve. These founding companies were brought together because of their shared values of Family, Innovation, and Results. And it's those core values that continue to fuel the company's success. If you are buying or selling a home and want to work with one of the fastest growing companies (and agents), call … (0 comments)
thomasteam: UNDERSTANDING BUYER AGENCY
- 01/31/08 10:19 AM
There are so many advantages to working with an agent to find your new home, from finding your dream home as soon as it comes on the market to negotiating price and much more! By definition, your agent is someone who will represent your interests. And a handful of laws governing agency relationships have been designed to help you feel safe with your decision. Here are a few basics you should know: When a real estate agent/broker represents a buyer or seller, the agent/broker owes the buyer or seller certain fiduciary duties, which means they're charged with requirements of confidentiality, obedience, … (0 comments)
thomasteam: Real Estate Agency
- 01/31/08 10:14 AM
Have you talked to your Realtor about Agency Relationship? This is an important step after you have decided on an agent. The definitions of agency are below. Single Agency - In this relationship, real estate agents must act on your behalf, and promote your best interest. It's important to sign a buyer's agency contract or a listing agreement. These documents outline all the responsibilities the agent will perform. Dual Agency - Dual agency occurs when a buyer and seller are working with the same agent or if the buyer decides to make an offer on a house that's listed under his … (0 comments)
Don't be discouraged if you can't find the perfect home of your dreams. If it's in a good neighborhood and the right price range for you, don't pass it by. Talk to your agent about an FHA 203K loan. You can get your "soon to be dream home" at a great price, and add the cost for remodelling the kitchen to what suits you, or add the deck you really want to your loan. It will be your home, and you can do with it what you please. It works the same as an FHA loan, only you borrow up to the appraised … (0 comments)
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