What a REALTOR Can Do for You
The REALTOR you work with could be one of your most valuable resources. Unlike many real estate agents who Read more
Why Use a REALTOR?
All real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL… Read more
Choosing a REALTOR to Sell Your Home
Once you’ve decide to sell your home, finding a REALTOR is the next step in the process. In making this… Read more
Questions to Ask When Choosing a REALTOR
How long have you been in residential real estate sales? Is it your full-time job? Read more
Understanding Agency
Its important to understand what legal responsibilities your real estate salesperson has to you and to other… Read more
Moving Checklist
Careful preparation and organization will make the move go smoothly. First take care of the details that do… Read more
10 things you Should Avoid Doing Before Closing
Fortunately for buyers, there are a variety of mortgages to choose from. It is in your best interest to… Read more
10 Things a Lender Needs From You
W-2 forms or business tax return forms if you’re self-employed for the last two or three years for every… Read more
10 Questions to Ask Your Lender
Be sure you find a loan that fits your needs with these comprehensive questions. What are the most… Read more
Home Inspections
A fresh coat of paint or new carpeting may disguise serious flaws. That’s why you want to make sure a… Read more
Types of Home Inspections
Structural and Mechanical Inspection–This is the most common inspection requested by the buyer. This… Read more
Advice for First-Time Buyers
Buying a home is a major step in anyone’s life. You should prepare yourself by making a few preliminary… Read more
The Benefits of Using a Buyer’s Agent
A Buyer’s Representative Will: Evaluate the specific needs and wants of the buyer and locate properties… Read more
Tips on Buying in a Tight Market
Increase your chances of getting your dream house instead of losing it to another buyer, with these easy… Read more
7 Reasons to Own Your Own Home
Tax breaks. The U.S. Tax Code lets you deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage, property… Read more
10 Things to Take the Trauma Out of Home-buying
Find a real estate professional who’s simpatico. Homebuying is not only a big financial… Read more
Hidden Home Defects to Watch For
No home is flawless, but certain physical problems can be expensive. Watch for: Water leaks. Look… Read more
10 Questions to Ask a Home Inspector
What are your qualifications? Are you a member of the American Association of Home Inspectors?… Read more
What Your Home Inspection Should Cover
Siding: Look for dents or buckling Foundations: Look for cracks or water seepage Exterior… Read more
10 Questions to Ask Your Condo Board
Before you buy, contact the condo board with the following questions. In the process, you’ll learn how… Read more
6 Creative Ways to Afford a Home
If your income and savings are making home-buying a challenge, consider these options. Investigate local… Read more
What Not to Overlook on a Final Walk-through
Be sure that: Repairs you’ve requested have been made. Obtain copies of paid bills and any related… Read more
Common Closing Costs for Buyers
The lender must disclose a good faith estimate of all settlement costs. A check to cover your closing costs… Read more
What to Keep From Your Closing
The Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA) statement. This form, sometimes called a HUD 1… Read more
Great Reasons to Invest in Real Estate
According to recent statistics published by the U.S. Census Bureau, 75% of multifamily investors are over the… Read more
Dispelling the Myths that may be keeping you from owning a home
Are you short that 20 percent down payment? Have you been in a job less than five years? Is that… Read more
Pricing Guidelines
Perhaps the most challenging aspect of selling a home is listing it at the correct price. It’s one of… Read more
Home Improvement
There are Two Reasons For Pursuing Major Home Improvement Projects: Just Want To Do It – You want some… Read more
Selling Your Home
Seller Services Rest assured we will do everything we possibly can to sell your home as quickly as possible… Read more
Showing Your Home
Appointments When your home is to be shown, we will always attempt to make an appointment with you, giving… Read more
Keeping On Top of Condition
Just like any other showroom, your home needs to appear in "perfect" condition every day! That’s… Read more
Seller’s Checklist
Notify your mortgage company immediately in writing that your house has been sold and you will need a… Read more
5 Things to Do Before You Sell
Get estimates from a reliable repairperson on items that need to be replaced soon, such as a roof or worn… Read more
5 Ways to Speed Up Your Sale
Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your propertys realistic price range. Get your house… Read more
7 Steps to Preparing for an Open House
Hire a cleaning service. A spotlessly clean home is essential; dirt will turn off a prospect faster than… Read more
10 Tips for a Stellar Open House
Put fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color. Add a new shower curtain, fresh… Read more
7 Terms to Watch for in a Purchase Contract
The closing date. See if the date the buyer wants to take title is reasonable for you. Date of… Read more
6 Items to Have on Hand for the New Homeowners
Owners manuals for items left in the house. Warranties for any items left in the house. A list of… Read more
Tips for How to Price Your Home
REALTORS: This handout is meant to help you convert FSBOs. You may personalize and customize this handout as… Read more
8 Steps to Getting Your Finances in Order
Develop a family budget. Instead of budgeting what you’d like to spend, use receipts to create… Read more