Transcript Episode 10 - RedBird ReDesign Advice & Tips for Home Buyers [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...
Not every year is the same, but there's a pattern. First, though, I want to remind you that it takes about five weeks to close on a house, once you have an accepted offer. Here, I am talking about when you get your offer accepted, not when you close. So, for example,...
If you are thinking of buying a house or condo, your credit score matters. A low score can: Cause you to be unable to get a conventional mortgage. Drive up the price of your mortgage, because you are a higher-risk borrower. Sudden changes in your credit score, after...
Real estate transactions are rarely a done deal once the purchase contract has been signed. There are still a few steps to get through before you reach your closing day, one of which is the title search. This is when documents on the history of a property are reviewed...
In the real estate game, you'll often hear the phrase “Days on the Market” (DOM). For home buyers, this is a crucially important term to understand. Why? Because it tells you how long a home listing has been on the market. The higher that number gets the more its...
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...
The real estate industry is full of buzzwords and catchphrases. The one we'll be looking at today is price per square foot. This is a phrase you'll often hear when comparing different homes on the market. It is meant to give you an idea of a home's market value and...
Whether it's your first home purchase or your fifth, buying a home always comes with a lot of emotional baggage. As your closing day draws near, that emotional baggage can start to grow. Was this really a good deal? Would you have been better off waiting for another...
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...
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...
Buying your first home is an exciting time but also an expensive one. While that huge down payment may be the first financial mountain to climb it's not the only one. Smart buyers also need to consider the costs after homeownership. You should consider getting an...