Using a love letter to the seller to make your offer stand out
A love letter from the buyer of the home to the seller has become a more popular practice in our competitive Real Estate market. The buyer sweetens the offer to…
My two best friends are Realtors. I am selling my house. Who do I pick?
So how do you pick the agent to list your home for sale when your two best friends or two family members are agents? How do you choose? Often the seller is torn making this decision. The seller wants the best agent on the job, after all they need to sell their house. They may also believe that it is best to keep business and friendship separate.
Staging a dining room to sell
The NAR published a slideshow of before and after staged dining rooms. What staging tips can we draw on to make your home for sale pop!
For Sale by Owner. Yes or No?
For Sale by Owner or use a Real Estate Agent? When you are thinking of selling you ask yourself this question. So what are the pros and cons of selling Real property without an agent?
Termites and roof leaks and rodents. Oh my.
Part of the process of selling a home involves an inspection of the property before the buyer and seller can finalize the sale. Termites and roof leaks are two maintenance…
Beware the remodeled home with new room addition…
The neighbors have enjoyed an enclosed patio on their home for the last 10 years. They are moving and putting the house on the market and have listed the home…
Taking Title to Property in Arizona
Home ownership! You have found your dream home, and before you close the Title Company calls to ask you how you would like to take title. What? How can you know! If this is your first home, or your first in Arizona, this question may be puzzling. What are your choices? What can happen if you die? What about your heirs? What about estate taxes? What if you own a home with someone you are not married to? What if you and your neighbors want to “go in” to buy the vacant lot behind your houses to preserve your view and privacy? Taking title may have significant legal, estate planning, and tax consequences. You should seek legal and tax advice from qualified professionals.
Comps vs. Competition: Pricing your home
Probably the biggest factor in selling your home is the price. Seems obvious enough, yet there are many factors that need to be considered in setting the listing price for your…
