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How much work should you do before selling?
Recently
a couple that owned a home in Berkeley, Calif., decided to move to
neighboring Piedmont. They started their search by visiting Sunday open
houses. ...more |
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Breaking out of the buyers' pack
Many buyers are still finding themselves in multiple offer
competitions. ...more |
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What to consider before signing the purchase
contract
Purchase offers are often written in haste. ...more |
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Planning your big move
Planning your move is the last big task to complete before you own the
home you're buying. ...more |
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What is an "as is" sale?
Occasionally,
listings are advertised as "as is" sales. To some buyers this signals a
potential bargain property. For others, an "as is" sale carries a
negative connotation. It suggests that the property might be tainted.
Often, neither perception is accurate. ...more |
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Beating buyer's remorse
Determining
what you want in a house is easier said than done. It is useful to
think about what you liked and disliked in houses you have seen. ...more |
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Helping your loan chances
When it comes to mortgage lending, strength is not necessarily in
numbers. ...more |
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Solutions for wine lovers
If
you're someone who loves a good glass of wine, having your own wine
storage at home ranges anywhere from a convenience to a necessity.
Depending on your needs and your budget, you have lots to choose from.
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Creating a home buying strategy
If you want to buy a house, start by estimating what you can afford and
making a budget to buy. ...more |
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Should buyers and sellers meet?
Real estate agents almost always advise sellers to leave when their
home is shown to prospective buyers. ...more |
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Reacting to rising rates
What happens to the real estate market when interest rates rise? ...more |
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Pre-approval vs. pre-qualification
Is pre-approval a general endorsement by a bank? ...more |
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Buying a new home
It's tempting to assume that new construction is sound construction,
but that's not always the case. ...more |
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Which mortgage is best?
It's a great time to shop for a mortgage. Mortgage money is plentiful.
Lenders are anxious to lend. And interest rates are at a multi-decade
low. ...more |
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When is the right time to buy?
Some buyers will tell you that the best time to buy is during the
winter holiday season. Is this good advice? ...more |
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