Clues That Could Suggest You Can Get Away With a Low-Ball Offer

Posted on: 16 December 2016
When you're shopping for a home and find one that you like, you'll need to meet with your real estate agent to come up with an offer price. It's customary to offer a slight bit of money less than the house's listing price. This will allow you and the seller to engage in a bit of price negotiation to ideally find a number that suits you both. While submitting a "
[Read More]

Prepping Your Home For Sale: The Details Matter In A Competitive Market

Posted on: 16 December 2016
As you get ready to put your home up for sale, it's important to talk with your realtor about the value of your home. Your realtor will look at comparable properties in the area and provide you with a listing price. A number of things can detract from the value of your home. If your property lacks good maintenance or a large problem needs repair, your home may be worth less than you expect.
[Read More]

Passionate About Swimming? Look For Your Luxury Home To Have These Pool-Related Features

Posted on: 16 December 2016
Luxury homes are widely known for their high-end features — both inside and outside. Although some prospective buyers are drawn to the interior features of a luxury home, you might have your eye on the swimming pool situation if you're an avid swimmer. The luxury homes you visit won't likely have run-of-the-mill above-ground pools; instead, they'll have pool features that will make your head spin — and may be the defining characteristic that convinces you to make an offer on the home.
[Read More]

3 Tips For Being A Successful Landlord

Posted on: 16 December 2016
Being a landlord is more complex than television and movies might lead you to believe. The wrong move could result in vacancies and high renter turnover rates. If you are new to managing rental properties, here are some tips to help you along the way.   Remember Your Rentals Are a Business Although it might be tempting to manage your rental properties as if they are just homes or apartments you happen to own, you need to actually consider them part of a business.
[Read More]