Understanding Agency
It's important to understand what legal responsibilities your real estate salesperson has to you and to other parties in the
transactions. Ask your salesperson to explain what type of agency relationship you have with him or her and with the brokerage
company more
5 Things to Do Before You Sell
1.Get estimates from a reliable repair person on items that need to be replaced soon, such as a roof or worn carpeting, for example.
In this way, buyers more
10 Tips for Holding a Yard Sale
Hold a yard sale to reduce the clutter in your home and get rid of items you don’t want to move.
1. Check with your city government to see if you need a permit or license. more
10 Ways to Make Your House More Salable
1. Get rid of clutter. Throw out or file stacks of newspapers and magazines. Pack away most of your small decorative items. Store out-
of-season clothing to make closets seem roomier. Clean out the garage.
2. Wash your windows and screens more
5 Ways to Speed Up Your Sale
1. Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your property’s realistic price range.
2. Get your house market-ready for at least more
7 Steps to Preparing for an Open House
1. Hire a cleaning service. A spotlessly clean home is essential; dirt will turn off a prospect faster than anything.
2. Mow your lawn, and be sure toys and yard equipment more
10 Ways to Make Your Home Irresistible at an Open House
1. Put fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color.
2. Add a new shower curtain, fresh towels, and new guest more
7 Terms to Watch for in a Purchase Contract
1. The closing date. See if the date the buyer wants to take title is reasonable for you.
2. Date of possession. See if the date the buyer wants to move more
What You'll Net at Closing
To find out how much money you’ll net from your house, add up your closing costs more
Moving Tips for Sellers
1.Give your forwarding address to the post office, usually two to four weeks ahead of the move.
2. Notify your credit card companies, magazine subscriptions, and more
Does Moving Up Make Sense?
Answer these questions to help you decide whether moving up makes sense.
1. How much equity do you have in your home? Look at your annual mortgage statement or call your lender to find out. Usually, you
don’t build up more
Remodeling That Pays
Upgrading your home is always appealing, but which enhancements really get you a good return for your money when it’s time to
sell? The 2005 Cost vs. Value Report by Remodeling magazine and REALTOR Magazine has the answer more
12 Tips for Hiring a Remodeling Contractor
1. Get at least three written estimates.
2. Get references and call to check on the work. If possible more
20 Low-Cost Ways to Spruce Up Your Home
Make your home more appealing for potential buyers with these quick and easy tips.
1. Trim bushes so they don’t block windows and cut down on light.
2. Buy a new doormat.
3. Put a pot of bright more
What Is Appraised Value?
It’s an objective opinion of value, but it’s not an exact science so appraisals may differ.
For buying and selling purposes, appraisals are usually based on market value—what the property could probably be sold for. Other
types of value include more
Understanding Capital Gains in Real Estate
When you sell a stock, you owe taxes on your gain—the difference between what you paid for the stock and what you sold it for. The
same is true with selling a home (or a second home), but there are some special considerations more
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