by Patricia Roos | Dec 17, 2024 | Uncategorized
Buying a home is just the beginning of homeownership and it’s important to have good resources for all the different things that it involves. That is why you’re going to want to keep the communication channels open between you and your agent. Follow your...
by Patricia Roos | Dec 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
In today’s challenging real estate market, obtaining mortgage pre-approval is a fundamental step for homebuyers, offering a clear picture of their purchasing power. By first choosing a knowledgeable agent to work with, buyers can benefit from expert guidance in...
by Patricia Roos | Dec 3, 2024 | Uncategorized
Single-family rentals (SFRs) are established as a compelling investment opportunity in the real estate market, offering a unique blend of stability and growth potential. These standalone residential properties, rented out to tenants, provide investors with a tangible...
by Patricia Roos | Nov 26, 2024 | Uncategorized
The real estate landscape is shifting, with new practices like mandatory buyer’s agreements becoming the norm. While these agreements aim to provide clarity and protection, they can also create unexpected complications. Imagine signing a buyer’s agreement...
by Patricia Roos | Nov 19, 2024 | Uncategorized
Recent policy changes made by the National Association of Realtors (NAR) have shifted the dynamics of buyer’s agent compensation, prompting sellers to reconsider their strategies. Many buyers, especially first-time homebuyers, have limited savings and may...
by Patricia Roos | Nov 12, 2024 | Uncategorized
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, known as VA, issued a policy change that now allows payment to buyer brokers on VA loans. They will be subject to certain safeguards, such as the requirement that all buyer-broker fees charged to veterans "must be...
by Patricia Roos | Nov 5, 2024 | Uncategorized
In today’s fast-paced world, home automation is becoming increasingly popular among homeowners seeking to enhance convenience and reduce energy costs. With advancements in technology, smart home devices offer innovative solutions that not only simplify daily...
by Patricia Roos | Oct 29, 2024 | Uncategorized
Pre-approval is a comprehensive process where the lender verifies the buyer’s financial information, including credit history, income, and assets. Pre-approval provides a conditional commitment from the mortgage company to lend a specific amount, pending...
by Patricia Roos | Oct 22, 2024 | Uncategorized
Traditionally in the U.S. housing market, the seller has offered the buyer’s broker and agent a share in the commission specified in the listing agreement between the seller and the listing broker and agent. In a settlement between the National Association of...
by Patricia Roos | Oct 15, 2024 | Uncategorized
Last year, U.S. homeowners faced an average property tax bill exceeding $4,000, marking the highest increase in five years, according to data from Attom Data Solutions, a real estate data firm. Property taxes nationwide amounted to over $363 billion in 2023,...
