In real estate, as in any other industry or professional arena, you have the mediocre masses and the few star performers, the cream of the crop. And usually the best people aren’t the best because they were born with special abilities or talents. No, they are successful because they work harder, strive to be the … Continued
If you’re planning on selling your house, you will, no doubt, have plenty of questions. It’s a big step and a big financial transaction, and you want to get it right. Preparation is key, and being forearmed with knowledge gained by asking questions will ensure that you’re truly prepared, that you understand the process. So … Continued
This new way of selling your home has been called a paradigm shift because it provides a way to avoid being in the same spot you started from months down the road. It’s called the hybrid approach, which uses a combination of real estate agent andinvestor. And it offers sellers an option other than just … Continued
A mule – a cross between a donkey and a horse – is a hybrid. But why do we need or even want such a creature? Well, it’s because the hybrid is in many ways better than either of its two progenitors, combining the best qualities of each. Simply put, you get the best of … Continued
When most people get ready to sell their home, they simply contact an agent and then have the agent list the home and market it. They do this simply because that’s what they’re familiar with, and there’s nothing wrong with that. But it’s not the only (or maybe even always the best) option. Sometimes it’s … Continued
You’ve no doubt heard the old saying that only three things matter when it comes to real estate: location, location, and location. That is, of course, a cutesy and oversimplified piece of advice, but it’s still worth heeding, especially with respect to determining the safety of a neighborhood before buying a home. For location and … Continued
Anyone thinking about buying a new home within the next few months or within the next had better be ready for some competition and a tough market. If you’re a prospective buyer and you want to “win,” you’ll have to be prepared – with the right expectations, with a compelling offer, with the right tools, … Continued
Buying your first home is seldom easy. It can (and usually does) test your patience, your endurance, and your resilience – and there are many ways the whole process can slide sideways, resulting in a missed opportunity or (even worse) a purchase you come to regret. And that’s why most first-time buyers will benefit from … Continued
For most people, a big part of the American dream is still homeownership. But many people are kept from realizing that dream because of the necessary down payment. It’s a big chunk of money, and saving for a down payment is harder than ever. And that’s especially true for Millennials, who face challenges that their … Continued
Long gone are the days when all you had to do to sell a house was put a sign in the front yard and an ad in the local paper. In today’s tough real estate market, online marketing and advertising are absolutely essential. Still, you have to do more than put your listing on a … Continued
