Whenever you hire a professional for something, it is a good idea to have a contract. That’s what a buyer’s agent agreement is – it’s a buyer’s agent contract. It’s a legal document that tells you what the agent is going to do for you and what it is going to cost for...
Exclusive Buyer Agent
Understanding Buyer Representation in Real Estate: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Buyer Representation in Real Estate: A Comprehensive Guide The National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (NAEBA) was established in the mid-1990s with an important mission: to provide dedicated representation for home buyers throughout real estate...
Episode 45: Listen Up Home Buyers – Consumer Federation of America’s Steve Brobeck
Episode 31: Listen Up Homebuyers – Deck Safety
Episode 28: Listen Up Homebuyers – Homeowners Insurance
Episode 26: Listen Up Homebuyers – What is an Exclusive Buyers Agent?
Episode 22: Listen Up Homebuyers on Roofing
Episode 21: Listen Up Homebuyers – Interview with Kad Mendoza
Before House Hunting, Choose Your Attorney and Inspector
We recommend that house hunters choose an attorney and an inspector -- and a back-up for each -- early in the house hunting process. That way, when you find a house and start making an offer, you are not scrambling to interview attorneys and inspectors during a busy...
Don’t Skip the Home Inspection
A few months ago, my clients and I attended an almost perfect home inspection. They were purchasing a classic 1940s Cape Cod that had been meticulously maintained. The only issue the home inspector found was a loose faucet in one of the bathrooms. Most home...
Moving from New York? Chicago will put you in a New York frame of mind.
The decision to move has been made, maybe for a job transfer, family obligation or something in between. Whether a native or transplant, you have grown to love the neighborhood and all the city has to offer, so even getting to this point might not be easy....
What is a post settlement occupancy agreement?
A post settlement occupancy agreement happens when sellers and buyers agree to allow the seller to stay in the house after settlement. This can happen for a variety of reasons. Sometimes, sellers need to stay in a home to finish out the school year. Other times...