homebuying

Buyer & Agent: 5 Things that Can Jeopardize a Deal

Buyer & Agent: 5 Things that Can Jeopardize a Deal

When you hire a real estate agent, you are effectively entering into a relationship. You both want the same thing: to find a great property fast and for a good price. But even with those common interests, there is still room for tension. This can be especially true...

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Reasons Not to Buy a Home

Reasons Not to Buy a Home

Becoming a homeowner has long been considered a part of the American dream. But just because you can buy a home, doesn't mean you should. Purchasing a home is one of the most important financial decisions you will ever make, so it's crucial to consult an experienced...

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How Much Should You Put Down on a House?

How Much Should You Put Down on a House?

Finding the perfect home is difficult enough, but there are many more challenges to overcome once you've found it. It's likely you're competing with multiple competing offers, so now the challenge is FINDING A STRATEGY to make your offer as strong as possible. Many...

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What Does “As-Is” Mean?

What Does “As-Is” Mean?

If you've spent any time looking through property listings, you've probably come across the words “as-is” or “sold as-is” in a listing description. For many buyers, these words can conjure up images of properties in dreadful stages of disrepair, and sellers attempting...

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How Low Can I Make My Offer?

How Low Can I Make My Offer?

The National Association of Exclusive Buyer Agents (NAEBA) is committed to working solely for real estate buyers. Towards that goal, our brokers and agents want you to purchase your home for the best possible price. However, it is possible to make an offer that is too...

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How can I compete with an all-cash offer?

How can I compete with an all-cash offer?

Nothing talks quite like money in real estate. The ability to put down an all-cash offer on a home immediately puts you ahead of those offers who are relying on financing. Why? Because it cuts out the time and hassle of the mortgage approval process. For those who...

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How Long Does it Take to Buy a House?

How Long Does it Take to Buy a House?

Buying a home is an exciting endeavor, but one that often takes longer than people expect. There are many legal and financial steps that must be taken before a sale of a home is finalized, and it's important to have a realistic timeline laid out before starting your...

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