Many real estate brokers and agents describe their real estate sales experience by quoting the number of sides they have closed. The average buyer or seller needing to hire an agent may not know what a side is and how it reflects an agent’s capabilities. Let’s look at the meaning of sides and how it […]
Predatory Home Buyers – How To Recognize And Avoid Them
Predatory home buyers may appear under any market conditions and prey on sellers of any type of property. Their objective is to coerce sellers into accepting unfavorable contract terms or agree to changes in already agreed-to purchase agreements to achieve a better deal for themselves. Predatory home buyers and their tactics are not always easy to spot up […]
Dual Agency Pro’s, Con’s and Cautions
Few topics spark hotter debate among real estate agents than dual agency. Some are passionately in favor of the practice, some are vehemently opposed. A few states have banned or tightly regulated dual agency and more states are currently considering similar legislation. Since the decision to enter into a dual agency situation is made strictly by […]
Buying Land For Your New Home
Buying land on which to build a new custom home is becoming an attractive option for home buyers who can’t find existing homes they like. Depending on the location and local construction costs, it could be both a better way to acquire a home that fits your needs and cost-effective. But buying land comes with risks, […]