Buying a home involves more than the transfer of money; the buyer and seller must both complete and uphold certain processes that protect and respect all parties involved. A home inspection is one such process that is essential to ensure that the buyer is not investing in a property that will turn into a money […]
When you think you’ve completed every step of the home buying journey, from saving for a down payment and getting approved for a mortgage to finding the perfect home and making an offer, there’s one more hurdle to jump — closing costs. Closing costs can come as an unpleasant surprise to buyers who aren’t prepared […]
It’s every seller’s dream to sell their home quickly and without hassle. Nobody wants their home to languish on the market for months on end. Make sure you avoid these five common mistakes to help your home sell as easily as possible. Mistake #1: Setting the Price Too High Pricing your home too high is […]
It’s unfortunately all too common for home settlements to be delayed unexpectedly. Real estate transactions are complex, which means that many factors pose the risk of delay or, even worse, cancellation. Before you approach your own settlement date, make sure you understand the most common reasons why a real estate closing may be delayed and […]
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, it’s important to understand the process and costs involved. Aside from your moving truck or brand new mortgage, real estate transactions also involve closing costs. Learn more about whether you’re responsible for paying these closing costs and why they matter. What Are Closing Costs? Closing costs include all […]
Selling your home is a major undertaking, which is why most people hire a realtor to handle everything from the largest tasks to the smallest details. However, every realtor’s expertise comes at a price, sometimes up to six percent of the home’s selling price. This is the main reason that more and more people are […]
The process of purchasing a home requires numerous steps that help you get closer and closer to the finish line: closing day. Closing, also known as settlement, is a meeting between the home sellers, buyers, and any agents and representatives in order to sign documents that transfer property ownership. It is also the time to […]
Property fraud is a white-collar crime that’s rapidly growing in prevalence in the United States. It’s crucial for homeowners throughout the state of Florida to protect themselves against the growing risk of property fraud. Luckily, free property fraud alerts are now available in Hillsborough County and can simplify the process of property fraud protection. Let’s […]
Using email and other electronic means to facilitate a home sale or closing is becoming more and more common, even before the pandemic. Now that everyone is staying at home and keeping their distance, almost all closing tables are happening over Zoom with digital signatures and electronic payments. If this hardly sounds safe, you would […]
If you were expecting a cashier’s check when you arrived at closing, you might be surprised to learn that this isn’t an option anymore for most realtors. When someone buys your home, you likely won’t get a cashier’s check in hand on the spot for your portion of the purchase price. Instead, it is likely […]
