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Saturday, July 31st, 2010

Just a Note About The Excellent Deal my Ex-Clients Didn’t Get on their imminent  real estate deal of deals.  Oh, to share my thoughts…

So, going commando without me as your buyer agent got you a better deal? Well, excellent for you.

My clients are very pleased with their find-I am biting my lip. Too excellent to be right, usually is, in everything. I must question…

How do you know, and what did you know, that led to this revelation? That this was really, truly a excellent deal?

Did the seller look excellent not to take advantage of your excellent nature? Did he arm you with the latest “real, real estate values’ from Zillow? (I cringe a small more.)

Oh, you already signed off on a contract? Wow. It seems obvious you believe you got the best deal for you. Glad to hear there were no emotions involved.

Time passes…No, I can’t be of much help here. I am sorry it didn’t judge to the contract price. Nice to know that the seller says that minor detail can be worked out. I’m sure your mortgage guy will fix this for you. It is ashame that you have to bunk somewhere for a few weeks while all the details get worked out. Sometimes, closings do get hard-pressed back.

Ahh, the appraiser said it had to do with the location of the home and there were some structural problems.  That’s an fascinating point. The condition of the house was not as vital because you heard the ancient saying about location, location, location. I don’t blame you for not having an inspection done because it looked excellent to you. You tested the tank and it flushed fine. The floors didn’t squeek and the house smelled fantastic. The hiway wasn’t an issue as long as you had some music on…and you always leave the tv on anyway. Okay…really?

Yes, when a residential material goods  backs up to a busy road it adds more visibility when you go to sell it. Fantastic use for a flier box and open house exposure. People will find your home, just like you found this one:) 

I reckon 20% earnest money deposit does make you look like a strong buyer. I am sure the bank will do what it can to make this close on time. I would’ve gone with the normal NC 1%, but it is your money.

Although the new school assignments for your neighborhood have changed, I’m glad to hear you are excellent with it, as your kids won’t be ready for school for 4 more years.(ouch)

Yes, the proposed zoning of the landfill nearby will make it convenient to dump your bulk items.

Well excellent luck, and yes, I’m sorry, too. It just didn’t work out with us. Nothing personal. (smile, handshake, pat on the back) Excellent luck with your closing. I hope it all gets straightened out for you.

What’s that you question? When you get your real estate license can you apply to our firm? You bet! We accept all applications. I’m sure with your new found information of real estate you’ll knock ‘em dead.

All sarcasm aside, don’t be a crash dummy. Make a smart call to a local Real Estate Expert for all your real estate needs. Buyer Agency was brought about for consumer protection, use it.

 

 

 

Claude Cross is Broker/Owner of Homes By Cross. Specializing in Charlotte NC real estate and relocation since 1994.

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How to Increase the Real Estate Value of Your Home

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Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

If you are plotting on selling your home, there are some simple things that you can do to drastically increase the quantity of money you will receive from it. Remember that most people that will look at your home will also look at comparable homes in your neighborhood. Top real estate value can only be achieved for your home if it stands out from all the rest of the similar homes in the neighborhood.

Real Estate Value – The 60 Second And 60% Rule

A home has 60 seconds to make a lasting impression on the the makings buyer, so make it a positive one. Experts agree that 40% of the buying choice is determined when the the makings buyer first drives up and gets a foretaste of the house from the curb. Another 20% of the buying choice is made when the the makings buyer first enters the house; in other words 60% of the choice to buy or not to buy the house has been made right after the prospective buyer enters the house. That must tell you that 60% of your time preparing the house for sale must be concentrated in the front of the house and in the area as you just enter the house

Most the makings buyers are looking to get brilliant value for real estate they invest in and are looking for an in order home with a free-flowing floor plot, and bright, clean interior.

Real Estate Value – Tip Top Condition

Make sure you pay unique attention to the front yard: cut and trim the grass, trim trees and shrubs, plant colorful flowers, and paint the exterior of the house, if needed.

Real Estate Value – Remove Mess

It is recommended that you open up all tight traffic areas and remove some furniture from the home to make it look larger. Exchange the light bulbs to the maximum wattage allowed, and open all hangings, shutters, and shades. If you are going to do over again the interior of the house then use white, this gives the the makings buyer a canvas to work with.

Real Estate Value – Appeal To The Buyer’s Senses

You must make sure there are no offensive odors in the house because nothing turns off a the makings buyer like a terrible smell. If you are going to have an open house, then turn off the TV, turn on some soft music, and make some fresh smelling cookies or bread.

Real Estate Value – Exposure

Pure arithmetic suggest that, the more the makings buyers that tour your home the better chance you have to sell it at top dollar. Make sure your marketing plot includes listing your home on the internet both locally and worldwide. Professional flyers and brochures distributed in the neighborhood is another brilliant way to give your home exposure.

Real Estate Value – Don’t List Too Long

If your home has not sold in a reasonable length of time, then take it off the market. A house that stays on the market to long, goes stale, and then will sell for a lower price. It is better to let the market right itself, then relist.

Article published by oz free online real estate, a website that offers free Material goods for rent listing in Commercial Real Estate.

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Do You Need A Real Estate Appraiser When Buying A Home Or Condo?

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Wednesday, January 27th, 2010

If you are considering purchasing or selling a home, condo or any other type of real estate, you will most likely need the services of a real estate appraiser. An appraiser performs an assessment of properties and other types of real estate to help establish its value. While there are several methods appraisers use to establish the value of real estate (e.g. cost method, income method, and evaluation method), for residential properties, the evaluation method (also known as market value) is the most common approach. The appraiser’s job is to provide an opinion about the value of a material goods based on its “highest and best use.” If you are financing the buy of a material goods, your lender will normally require an appraisal to make sure that the material goods is really worth the quantity loaned.

The real estate appraiser is tasked with carrying out a absolutely objective assessment of a material goods and will normally provide a written evaluation report. This is accomplished by a physical inspection of the material goods, as well as a evaluation to other similar properties for which the value is already established. To make a determination about value, the appraiser gathers details such as the size of a material goods, size of the lot, location, condition, best use of the material goods, amenities, etc.

After this initial inspection, the appraiser may scout the neighborhood to compare the material goods with other similar properties in the neighborhood by age, size, price array, etc. The appraiser then gathers additional data from several sources such as the local Multiple Listing Services (MLS), which provides information on current and contemporary comparable sales. The appraiser also gathers information from his/her own past experience in the local market. All of these sources of information are taken into consideration while writing the appraisal report, which will provide an estimate about the value of a material goods.

There are many reasons to use the services of a qualified appraiser. When purchasing real estate, an appraisal provides you with a negotiating tool and helps ensure that the price you are paying is appropriate. If you are selling your material goods, the appraisal will help you determine an appropriate price array. Besides real estate and mortgage transactions, you may need to order an appraisal to lower the tax burden (assuming the value is really lower than the value established by taxing authorities), to establish the replacement cost of insurance, to settle an estate, etc. An appraiser only gives an estimate of the value of the material goods. A real estate appraiser is not to be confused with a home inspector.

If you are considering buying or selling a home, condo or any other type of real estate, you can use the services of a qualified real estate appraiser who will provide an estimate of the honest market value of your material goods.

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