One of the most difficult steps to buying a house is saving for the down payment. People go to extreme lengths to save every penny they earn. Some like to cut back on their luxury groceries, the occasional cup of vanilla Frappuccino, and even their monthly subscriptions. That’s dedication, we tell ya! If you are…
You will find plenty of tips and tricks online on how to make sure that your house sale goes through and you make a profit, or how to woo the buyer into lowering the asking price. Just like you, real estate agents also have a few tricks up their sleeves. Sometimes, these tricks are not…
Did you know that 92% of homeowners sell their house through a real estate agent? If you are planning to buy a house or sell one, then you will have better luck with a realtor. You will find your dream buyer in record time, one who is willing to pay your asking price and settle…
Becoming a homeowner is part of the American Dream. What’s the first thing that comes to your mind when you think about buying a house? Probably the mortgage. Then you immediately think about the initial down payment, how long will it take you to pay off the mortgage loan, the future costs of repair and…
Planning to buy a house but are scared of making the wrong move? This is a big decision and requires much research. With a real estate agent by your side, you can be assured that you will end up have the right house. However, you need to be prepared too so that when the time…
You suddenly find yourself browsing listings on the internet and every time you look at a piece of furniture, you envision how it would look in your new house. Did we hit the nail on the head? We all dream about becoming a homeowner but the costs and responsibilities involved with it usually put us…
It’s been 3 months and tries as you might, your house is still on the market. Buyers approach you, have a tour of the house, and then nothing. Your house is immaculate and beautifully staged but something is stopping it from being sold. Why? Following are four reasons behind it: 1. Not Hiring a Real…
You just saw this beautiful house on your way to work. After browsing online listings for months, you finally found the house that you feel will be the perfect fit for your family. While there is a “For Sale” sign in the front yard, you can’t seem to find the owner’s or agent’s number. You…
After receiving a promotion, Alastair decided to sell his old house and buy a bigger one. He hired a Lake Mary realtor to help him with the process. The agent advised him to get some repairs done before listing the house. Alastair evaluated his house and decided to fix the peeling paint in the bathroom…
The biggest cost that’s involved in the selling process of a house is the real estate agent fee. Typically, this ranges from 4% to 6%. If your house covers a land of more than 1,000 square feet then commission fee might jump from 6% to 10%. This article does not cover hypothetical figures but rather…