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Down Payment Resources for Investment Properties

Buying an investment property usually requires a heftier initial investment. Where to get the funds? This article outlines six ideas!

Downsizing Doesn't Have to be Daunting

Tiny homes are all the rage, but many people have a difficult time beginning to go through their stuff. The problem gets worse as we get older and accumulate more. But by doing a Lifestyle Analysis, Space Analysis, Functional Analysis, and a Memorabilia Analysis to compartmentalize the job, it can become easier.

Easements - Q and A

Can your client park on an easement? Can you have an easement erased? Who maintains an easement? These questions are answered in this article!

Easements - What Homeowners Need to Know

The topic of easements can be confusing to homeowners and especially during a real estate transaction.

Emergency Preparedness

This informative piece is a reminder of another way that homeowners in your farm and sphere can care for their property by being prepared for an emergency and doubles as a check-list that they can refer to again.

Evaluating the Economic Health of an Area

A healthy economy usually goes hand-in-hand with strong property appreciation, so it pays to do your homework. There are five things to look at when making this evaluation and this article outlines those.

Excel Stats Tracking

Tracking MLS stats doesn't have to be intimidating! This form is set up to track median sales price, inventory, and solds. It includes graphs as well. Check out Shauna's "Learning to Graph" webinar which shows exactly how to manipulate this data.

Expertise and Experience Count

Educating buyers and sellers on why expertise and experience matters, especially when faced with commission cutting, can be tough! Take the time to educated on the things that make your business practices stand out and benefit your buyers and sellers.

Fast Market Myths and Strategies

In many areas, high demand coupled with low inventory is creating challenges as well as keeping some people out of the market (both buyers and sellers) due to the myths and fears that prevail. You can dis-spell some of these myths and get people thinking about the realities of the market. With a little planning and discussion, they may be ready to sell and compete!

FHA Minimum Credit Score Lowered

It is 2015 and lenders have different lending criteria for FHA buyers than FHA does, leading to some confusion. However, some changes are coming this year that are great for potential FHA buyers.

Financial Benefits of Selling Now to Move Up the Property Ladder

There is an opportunity for sellers to move up the property ladder. This article contains an example that you can customize for your local market conditions.

Finding a Good Contractor

You probably are more familiar with local contractors' work than most other people. Encourage your clients to use you as a resource.

Finding the Right Buyer for a Unique Home

Even if you primarily sell in an area of tract homes, you have likely come across a home that was difficult to sell due to its unique features. However, some homeowners insist that their home's uniqueness is a benefit which can make the reality of the smaller buyer pool tough to swallow. Share the pros and cons of selling a unique home with your clients.

First-Time Homebuyers – 2024 May Be Your Year!

Mortgage interest rates have declined from their October 2023 high. What should potential homebuyers do to get ready for further declines? Share some tips for getting started with this article (and customize to fit your local needs).

Five Things Your Real Estate Agent Should Be Doing For You

Not all real estate agents are created equal.  Every agent brings something different to the table. The real estate process for you should be seamless and unproblematic. Here are the top five things your real estate agent should be doing for you to accomplish this

Fixer Upper - Should You or Shouldn't You?

There is a lot to consider before purchasing a fixer upper. Provide your clients with some food for thought by asking introspective questions.

Fixtures vs Personal Property

Does this stay with the property? Does this? Even once a fixture or personal property are defined, it can cause confusion. This article will clear up some of that gray area, but it will certainly get both buyers and sellers thinking about their next transaction!

Follow Builder Advice When Merchandizing Your Home for Sale

Did you know that builders have a formula when it comes to determining the special, in-demand features a home should have to make buyers put pen to paper? For every 500 square feet a home has, there needs to be one amazing feature that most buyers to have a positive and emotional reaction to. This article outlines several options for providing those special updates.

Gay Elders Face Housing Challenges

As our population continues to age, the gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender (GLBT) of the United States may be facing a housing crisis of its own. Housing choices relative to retirement living can be problematic for all seniors, but the GLBT community may be hit especially hard and by some estimates, between two and seven million gays and lesbians will turn 65 over the next two decades.

 
 
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