Libby answers the question “what are the upfront or out of pocket costs for buying a house?” Video Transcript You’re so excited. The seller accepted your contract and you go wow! Now, what do I do? What kind of money do I have to come up with upfront? Well, if you’re financing your loan your […]
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There is a lot to know when you are buying a home. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, we have loads of tips for you.
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Buying Foreclosures and Short Sales – Buying Distressed Homes 🏚 [Video]
Hi, sometimes when I meet up with buyers for the first time, they ask me they say, Libby…hey, you know, let’s just look at short sales and foreclosures because I think I can get a really good bargain on that because these are distressed sales and I go, like okay, let’s see what we […]
How Much is Your Home Actually Worth?
Discover What Buyers Will Pay in Today’s Market It’s easy to look up how much money you have in your savings account or the real-time value of your stock investments. But determining the true market value of a home is trickier. As a seller, knowing your home’s actual worth helps you price it correctly when […]
What’s Ahead for Real Estate in 2019?
As we begin another year, everyone wants to know: “Where is the housing market headed in 2019?” It’s not only buyers, sellers, and homeowners who are impacted. The real estate market plays an integral role in the overall U.S. economy. Fortunately, key indicators point toward a stable housing market in 2019 with signs of modest […]
5 Reasons Why Winter is a Great Time to Buy or Sell a Home
‘Tis the Season to buy or sell your home It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months. This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate, even by many real estate agents. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather will keep buyers […]
Frequently Asked Questions of Home Buyers
Frequently Asked Questions of Home Buyers What is the Difference Between Getting Pre-Qualified and Getting Pre-Approved for a Mortgage Loan? Mortgage Loans: Pre-Qualified vs Pre-Approved One of the first steps in purchasing a home is getting either pre-approved or pre-qualified for a mortgage. Unless of course, you’re buying with all cash. 😉 It’s very easy […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Home Viewing
Going to view homes for sale is the part most house hunters look forward to. We’ve compiled a few do’s and don’ts about home viewing. DO ask questions! Here is our most important piece of advice for when you’re home viewing with your agent: If you have questions, be sure to ask your agent! Your […]
