How Many Houses Should A Buyer Look At?
If you’re buying your first home you might be wondering how many houses you should look at before you make a decision. Well, it really depends on what type of buyer you are. Let me break it down for you.…
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Real Broker Core Values
Real Broker stands behind its core values. Work hard, be kind “We” are bigger than “me” Tech x Humanity If you’re interested in becoming a part of the fastest growing brokerage in the nation, message me today to set up…
Seller Concessions
You just got an offer on your home, and the buyer wants you to pay some of their closing costs also known as seller concessions. What should you do?! Well, first off-don’t panic. I know what you’re thinking. I often…
Your Landlord Loves You
Your landlord loves you! If you pay $2500 per month in rent, that’s $30,000 a year and $150,000 in 5 years. If a property appreciated $50,000 over the course of 5 years, that would mean your landlord made $200,000…
A Day In My Life
What does a day in my life look like? Every day is different as a real estate agent – showings, listing appointments, zoom meetings, phone calls, marketing for listings, social media content creation, filming videos, mentoring other agents, meeting new…
What is Happening in 2024?
2 times, 4 times, 6 times… I don’t care how many times interest rates are expected to be cut in the next year, all I know is what effect it will have on buying a home. You’re going to have…
3 Things Builders Are Doing That Sellers Hate
There are 3 things that new construction home builders are doing that resale home sellers really hate. 😣 1️⃣ They are automatically offering to pay for closing costs. Its not even a negotiation. They understand buying a home is tough…
Litigation
Real estate commissions…the litigation surrounding real estate commissions…. I’ll be honest…I’m a little sick of hearing about these lawsuits, especially by people who don’t know what they’re talking about. Ultimately this all comes down to transparency within the industry. In…
Tips for Homeowners Who Are Divorcing
Divorce is a sensitive subject. The biggest mistake I see homeowners make when they are getting a divorce is not speaking to a real estate divorce specialist prior to mediation. If you or anyone you know is getting a divorce…
Getting To The Closing Table
The real estate market in something else. Getting a house under contract is one thing, getting the house to the closing table in another. There is so much that happens after an offer is accepted. That is only the first…
Advice Some Realtors Won’t Tell You
Here’s some advice that most Realtors won’t tell you. While it’s true you can always refinance your loan, don’t buy a house at today’s interest rates expecting to refinance in a year. Nobody has a crystal ball & can tell…
Why Would Anyone Buy A House Right Now?
Some people are wondering why ANYONE would buy a house right now. Interest rates are nearly 7%. Are these people crazy?! Or are they smart? Experts are predicting if rates fall even just 1% that nearly 5 million buyers…
What Will Happen if Rates Drop?
If you were to Google mortgage interest rates right now, the odds are you would find a ton of articles that say the Fed’s going to cut interest rates multiple times in 2024. Nobody has a crystal ball. Nobody knows…
I Want To Be Your Realtor
Hey you! Did you know I want to be your Realtor? I’ve had people tell me they didn’t call me to help sell their house because my listings are so much nicer than their house. Part of my job is…
Can A First Time Homebuyer Buy A House in This Market?
Can a first time homebuyer buy a house right now? Sometimes it can be discouraging with all the negative media around the real estate market. It’s important to remember that your first home might not be your forever home. It…