When I first got introduced to real estate in 2001, I never thought the internet would change real estate. If you ask agents what it was like, I’m sure they would agree that we as real estate agents got away with more. Communication, customer service, and being fast was not a requirement for the position. I heard more bad stories than good when I …
I told you there would be a part two for the blog that I consider to be very important. The buying of a property and how to actually get started. I stated in the last blog that people in the industry might not have it occur to them that the majority of people who have never purchased a home before, might not know how …
As you know, I am going to try to talk you out of renting if you have the option to buy. I realize that not everyone, but most people, has the option to buy a home. If you need time before you are qualified to buy, you still need a place to live, so you may be forced to rent for awhile. I wanted …
So there is no such thing right? How can you make your house fireproof? Well, you can’t but you can make it much more difficult to burn your house down. The truth is that fire is a clear and present danger. I looked up tips on how to make your house as safe as possible against fires. The first is to keep Fire Extinguishers …
Talk to your Realtor about looking for houses, they know the best way to get you going. You should first ask them about financing and know your budget. This one is essential. Take the time to get pre-approved for a mortgage before heading out. It doesn’t help you to see homes you cannot afford. Stick to your budget. One thing you can control besides …
What are the best ways to stage your house to sell? Well even if you don’t plan to sell, you can use these tips to make your house look a lot better. The first option is boost curb appeal. This is something you always hear, and with very good reason. Many people thinking of touring your home will do a quick drive-by first, often …
Why is it mandatory in California when you finance a house to get insurance. You have to get homeowner’s insurance or the bank will not finance you. How often do we file claims though and is it really something we NEED? The banks say so, but don’t we live in the house without huge mishaps more often than not? Well, insurance claims are filed …
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