Q: I am a Buyer and I’ve been working with a Realtor who’s shown me a few homes. I saw a house today that’s not even on the market yet but had a sign out front. Shouldn’t I just call the Listing Agent to see it? Won’t I get a better deal by going through […]
Ask a Realtor: Do I have to Stop Paying My Mortgage to do a Short Sale?
Many homeowners that are considering a short sale often wonder if they have to be late on their mortgage in order for their lender to consider them a candidate for a short sale. I understand – many people have good credit scores, and don’t wish to have them plummet if its possible to preserve that […]
Ask a Realtor: What’s the Difference between Rent to Own and a Lease Option?
Q. What is the difference between a “Rent to Own” or “Lease to Own” and a “Lease Option”, or even “Seller Financing”? I’m so confused! A. Great question – and this one comes up often lately with Buyers who aren’t quite ready to commit to purchasing a home or have iffy credit. The issue is, […]
Ask a Realtor: Do I Need a Buyer’s Agent to Purchase New Construction?
Q: I’m thinking about buying a new construction home. Should I just go to the builder myself or do people use Realtors to buy new homes? A: STOP, WAIT, DON’T START THE CAR! It’s absolutely in your best interest to hire a buyer’s agent experienced in New Construction homes (as well as condos or townhomes!) BEFORE […]
Ask a Realtor: How Long is Too Long to Search for The Right House
This is an actual question I received from one of my first-time home buyers recently. Q: How long does it normally take for a Buyer to find “The One”? Shouldn’t I see at least 30 houses before I pick one, even if I like House #5 that I’ve seen a lot? A: I know, you’ve […]
Ask a Realtor: What Does “Active with Contract” Mean Exactly?
Q: I keep seeing some listings online that say “AWC” or Active with Contract. What does this mean? Is it available or not? A: Recently in our Multiple Listing Service there was a pretty major change with the addition of the “Active with Contract” status. Here’s what it means to you. When you are searching […]
