home buying process
Episode 44: Listen Up Homebuyers – Home Appraisals
Being a Fussy Hotel Guest Made Me a Better Buyer’s Agent
I look forward to two nights and three days on the Cape - mid-week - every July. I get time off in the winter, so these summer days off are rare and special. This year, I had a lousy time. When I deconstructed what bothered me most, it made me a better buyer's agent....
What is the Best Offer?
What is the Best Offer? Whose interests are being served by rushing offers and accepting offers that close the fastest? Some of the time, the seller wants and needs a quick closing. Some of the time, the seller's agent is advising their client to take the easy deal,...
Transcript: Podcast Episode 5 – Listen Up Homebuyers in Houston, Texas
Transcript Episode 5 - Listen Up Homebuyers in Houston Texas [LISTEN TO THE EPISODE HERE] Introduction 00:00 This is Listen up Home Buyers. The only podcast offering Home Buying advice and tips from true buyer agents and now here's your host, Victoria Ray Henderson....
What Exactly Happens on Closing Day?
The day you close on your home is big day. After weeks of searching, open houses, negotiating and securing financing you're finally ready to accept the keys to your new home. But what actually happens on closing day? Most buyers know they'll be signing a lot of...
Top 5 Reasons Why Real Estate Deals Fall Through
So after a lot of open houses and tough decisions, you finally have a signed deal. At this point, it might be tempting to pop open the champagne but don't just yet. Just because you have a signed contract doesn't mean things can't go wrong. There are still a few steps...
What is Due Diligence: A First-Time Homebuyers Guide
Today we'll be looking at the due diligence part of the buying process. This is an important process that no buyer can afford to leave out. By doing your due dilligence you will avoid buying a home which has more issues than you might first realize. What is Due...
How to Negotiate on a Purchase After the Home Inspection
Even if you already have an accepted offer, a home can't be considered bought until the money has changed hands. But before you can get to that you'll need to navigate a few things, one of which is the home inspection. This is a vital step in the buying process in...
5 Habits Every Successful Home Buyer Has
Every home buyer wants their purchase to be a success. What's the best way to success? It's being prepared for the road ahead. An Exclusive Buyer's Agent can definitely help make the buying process a success. In any case, buyers who take the time to prepare themselves...
Top 10 Questions to Ask a Mortgage Lender
If you're in the market for a new home, you'll want to be just as careful in picking a lender as you are in choosing a home. Loans and lenders come in all shapes and sizes. If you want the very best rate and terms, then make sure you talk with multiple lenders before...
5 Unpleasant Facts About the Home Buying Process
Buying a home can be one of the most rewarding experiences you'll ever have. You get to explore all the options out there, dream about what you can do with the place and finally live that dream after closing day. It's a long process at times but it's well worth it....