Pass through deposits can be an effective strategy when buying or selling any type of real estate. Let’s look at how pass through deposits work in real estate transactions, how they are represented in standard real estate purchase agreements, and how buyers or sellers can use them to their advantage. First, what are pass through deposits? Pass […]
Beware of Personal Property In Real Estate Sales
Whether buying a home, land or commercial building – beware of personal property in real estate sales. Items that transfer from seller to buyer are referred to as either “real property” or “personal property.” Real property is the land itself and the improvements built on it, such as a house, garage, barn, swimming pool, or […]
Real Estate Terminology – Listing Agents Versus Selling Agents
Real estate terminology can sometimes be confusing, and perhaps some of the most confusing terms are those that describe the role of agents and brokers in the real estate sales process. Let’s look at two of the most commonly used and misunderstood terms – listing agents and selling agents. When we sell our home (or other property), […]
The Seven Deadly Sins Of Home Selling
Has your beautiful home been for sale several months (or longer) and no offers are coming in? You could be committing one of The Seven Deadly Sins Of Home Selling. Even when a home has a great location, is in good shape and is priced correctly for current market conditions, offers may not appear until you […]