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How long should I wait before accepting an offer?

By |2015-04-15T02:27:46-06:00April 15th, 2015|Contract Questions|

Answer: It depends... Read the offer over carefully (and make sure that you understand it.) Remember, while price is probably the most important factor, there is more to consider than just the numbers. Does the offer specify if it's cash or financing? Does it mention repairs or include a contingency? When do they want to

What if I have multiple offers on my property?

By |2015-04-15T02:21:59-06:00April 15th, 2015|Contract Questions|

Answer: Getting multiple offers on your house sounds great... After all, who would not want to have buyers fighting to buy their home? As wonderful as it sounds though, it can also be a GINORMOUS headache. A wrong decision could cost you thousands of dollars or even the sale altogether. Should you: Take the first

What is the lead paint disclosure form?

By |2015-04-15T02:12:13-06:00April 15th, 2015|Inspection Questions|

Answer: If you are selling a home that was built before 1978, the law requires that you notify the buyer of the possible risk of lead paint. Lead poisoning has been linked to hyper activity in children as well as kidney and liver failure. Lead paint tastes sweet. Click here to view or

How do I prepare for a home inspection?

By |2015-04-15T02:05:13-06:00April 15th, 2015|Inspection Questions|

Answer: Preparing for a home inspection is not really all that different than prepping your home for buyers. It's all about making sure the property is clean, looks well-maintained and is easily accessible. If you have a cluttered attic or over-filled garage, take some time and clean them up. Whether you donate, sell or simply

What happens during a home inspection?

By |2015-04-15T01:55:55-06:00April 15th, 2015|Inspection Questions|

Answer: A home inspection is a limited (non-invasive) inspection of a property, performed by a licensed or certified inspector. The home inspector relies on his or her professional knowledge to rate the current condition of the home. It does not create a home warranty or guarantee future conditions, but can inform buyers about issues with

How do I stage my house before I sell?

By |2015-04-15T01:50:01-06:00April 15th, 2015|Showings Questions|

ANSWER: Clean it up...maybe buy some paint. Contrary to popular opinion, you don't have to spend a lot of money prepping your house for sale. Yes, you want to make your house pop, but you can do that yourself by cleaning it up and doing some small repairs. Keep it simple, practical and most of

What is Centralized Showing Service or CSS?

By |2015-04-15T01:10:21-06:00April 15th, 2015|Showings Questions|

Answer: CSS is an appointment scheduling service that real estate agents use to set up showings for their buying clients. Agent's love Centralized Showing Service because with one phone call they can line up an entire day of showings. Plus, CSS also features online and mobile apps that allow agents to get up-to-date notifications via

What are the basics of pricing real estate?

By |2015-04-15T00:33:34-06:00April 15th, 2015|Pricing Questions|

Answer: Real estate values are determined by the market price per square foot of nearby properties similar in size, condition and amenities. The higher the square footage of a house, the lower the price per square foot will be. The more similar houses within a neighborhood are, the more consistent their values will be. Values

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