When you are getting ready to sell your home, you want to make sure that the sale will go off without a hitch. The last thing anyone wants is for you to have the sale fall through because of issues on an inspection. That’s why it isn’t a terrible idea to get an...
Residential Real Estate
Look out for unethical behavior in realtors
Realtors oversee the acquisitions of numerous types of property, ranging from large commercial buildings to family homes. Generally, they carry out this work with honesty and integrity. Nonetheless, in a small number of cases, realtors may attempt to bend the rules...
Important considerations when building a tiny house
Today, tiny houses are quite the phenomenon. They allow buyers to get the comforts of a home without the huge price tag. Even better, tiny homes are considered an eco-friendly option. Even though tiny homes check many boxes when it comes to smart, affordable and...
If there is a lien on a property, what can you do about it?
When you buy a home or property, you need to have a title search performed. The title search makes sure that the home is available for purchase and lets you know if there are any liens or other clouds to be aware of. If you are planning to sell a home, you have an...
Closing day stress affects many residential real estate sellers
Families move to a new residence for many reasons. They might have outgrown their current home or want to downsize after their children move out. Whatever the reason, selling residential real estate causes anxiety and stress (as can buying). Some of this anxiety...
The risk of making an offer well over a house’s asking price
The law of supply and demand is a cornerstone of modern economics. When there is plenty of supply, prices drop, but when supply is low, they rise. Most people understand the idea well enough. When there is more demand than supply, prices can increase dramatically....
How is earnest money different from a down payment?
Putting together enough resources to be a competitive buyer can be a big part of buying a home. Although having 20% of the purchase price for your home as a down payment is no longer necessary, people still need to have thousands of dollars available as a down...
Why do you have to pay for an appraisal and an inspection?
As someone hoping to buy residential real estate, you will have to assume numerous secondary costs in addition to the price you offer for the home. Closing costs include title company fees, as well as costs for an appraisal and an inspection. Individuals buying a...
Why caution helps when buying a home
Many people have made thousands or millions investing in real estate. Just because someone you work with, or someone you see on the television has done well, does not mean you will, especially if you are buying a home. It is reasonable to expect your property to...
What do you need to disclose when selling your home?
When you are preparing to sell your home, one of the things you have to do is provide a seller's disclosure. In this disclosure, you are obligated to disclose known defects and other issues with your property. You should disclose anything that you are aware of that...
