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Pet-Friendly Homes: Some Selling Do’s and Dont’s

May 18, 2018 by Rilian Ball

Nearly 70 million American households include at least one pet, but most prospective buyers won't want to see evidence of pets in a home on the market. Here are some tips about how to sell a pet-friendly home. Prior To Listing Point out special pet features to your real estate agent -- a cat door, feeding station or a pet shower, even a fenced back yard or a dog run can be a bonus to many buyers. It's important to remember that buyers want to imagine their pets in the home, not yours! … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Moving, Pets, Real Estate

Selling Your Home FHA? Learn These Tips To Ensure A Smooth Closing

May 17, 2018 by Rilian Ball

Before an owner can market a property to buyers that want to use a FHA loan, he will want to familiarize himself with the FHA's standards. FHA won't insure loans on just any property. While their standards aren't as stringent as they used to be, a home needs to be in relatively good condition to qualify for FHA financing. Location and Lot To qualify for FHA financing, the property has to be located on a road or easement that lets the owner freely enter and exit. The access also has to be paved … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Seller Tips Tagged With: FHA, Home Sales, Mortgage

Tips For Home Buying In The Digital Age

May 16, 2018 by Rilian Ball

The digital age has changed the way buyers browse for and purchase goods and services, including real estate. While home buyers still can check out property listings via a print newspaper or by driving through desired neighborhoods in hopes of finding a "for sale" sign, digital sources offer more options and can make the home buying process easier.  The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) states in their 2017 Report: Real Estate in a Digital Age, that 44-percent of home buyers look … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Digital Age, Real Estate, Technology

5 Important Questions to Ask When Buying New Construction

May 15, 2018 by Rilian Ball

Buying a new home is exciting. Buying a brand new home can be even more so with the realization of being the first owner and possibly being able to choose your own layout and finishes. The prospect of owning new construction is definitely exciting, but it doesn't come without its own set of questions. If you're in the market for a new home, and considering new construction, make note of the questions below when you begin your property search. What Are The Long Term Plans For The Community? … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home Buyer Tips Tagged With: Home Buyer, New Construction, Questions

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