How to Find Bank Foreclosures and Distressed Sales in Today’s Market
by Scott Stevens
How to Find Bank Foreclosures and Distressed Sales in Today’s Market Looking for a great deal on real estate? Bank foreclosures and distressed properties can offer incredible opportunities—but you need to know where to look. This guide breaks down how to find distressed properties, evaluate their potential, and make smart investments, all tailored for today’s housing market. What Are Bank Foreclosures and Distressed Properties? Bank foreclosures and distressed properties...
Read MoreHow to handle a multiple offer situation
by Scott Stevens

How to handle a multiple offer situation Over the last few years, buyer’s hunger for properties has been insatiable. As a result, properly priced homes were fetching multiple offers on a consistent basis. Though things have settled a bit recently, we’re still in a seller’s market, and that means the chance your listing will receive multiple offers on it is still very much a reality. But, as exciting as having a bidding war on your property is, it can also provide for...
Read MoreHow to Sell Your Home Fast and for the Most Amount of Money
by Scott Stevens

How to Sell Your Home Fast and for the Most Amount of Money The market has been moving at a pretty good clip over the last several years and it appears that things are going to stay that way for a while. According to the Case Shiller Home Price Index across the United States have increased roughly 45% over the last 5 years. Despite all of the amazing things that have been happening in virtually every market across the country, including ours, one thing still rings true no matter...
Read MoreHow to work with brown granite and other dated features, without a remodeling budget.
by Samantha Hart-DFW's Most Innovative Realtor
If you’re dealing with a kitchen that’s dated but don’t have the budget to renovate, I hope these ideas can help you decorate without remodeling, too. What Makes a Kitchen Feel Outdated? Even if your kitchen is functional, these common features can make it feel stuck in the past: Brown or speckled granite (think Santa Cecilia or Uba Tuba granite) Tumbled or 4×4 backsplash tiles Builder-grade or mismatched lighting from another decade Tuscan or ornate traditional...
Read MoreMaking an Offer On a New Home: Real Tips From Real Estate Agents
by Samantha Hart-DFW's Most Innovative Realtor
Think of making an offer on a home as setting the roller coaster in motion: You might have sharp drops in emotion and slow, trudging climbs to success, but the ride won't end until the car slows down and the safety bar is lifted. (OK, this metaphor is now officially over.) But to begin the process, you need to know how to make the right offer, an offer that will end with your receiving the keys to your new house. So check out some of these agent-approved negotiation tactics to...
Read More10 questions you must ask an agent before you list your home
by Carlos Test

10 questions you must ask an agent before you list your home Currently, there are over 1.61 million Realtors in the United States alone. The number of people that have joined the real estate sales force over the last 10 years is more than a half a million.. No two agents are the same and less than 10% of the total number of Realtors to 90% of the business. In fact, the average agent has sold roughly 4.2 homes for more than five years now. In addition to that, not all agents are created equally....
Read MoreHow to Beat Other Buyers to Hot, New Listings (Before They Even Know About Them)
by Carlos Test
How to Beat Other Buyers to Hot, New Listings (Before They Even Know About Them) In today’s competitive real estate market, timing is everything. The best homes sell quickly, and in many cases, they’re already under contract before buyers even have a chance to schedule a showing. If you’re tired of missing out on the hottest listings, here’s how to gain an edge over the competition and secure the home of your dreams before other buyers even know about it. 1. Partner...
Read MoreHow much you should put down to purchase your new home?
by Carlos Test

How much should you put down to purchase your new home? Historically, home buyers seek to put down 20% when they purchase a home. However, according to a recent survey by The National Association of Realtors (NAR), the actual national average is much closer to 10%. When it comes to first-time homebuyers, the average down payment is at 4% as per the same survey. While down payment requirements vary based on the lender you choose to work with, the amount required will usually depend...
Read MoreWhy You Should Get a Home Warranty When You List Your Home
by Carlos Test

Why You Should Get a Home Warranty When You List Your Home Home warranties aren’t just for buyers anymore. In the past, buyers have asked sellers to pay for a home warranty to give them a year of protection after it sells on roughly 16 major systems in the house including things like the electrical system, appliances, hot water heater, furnace, etc. Overall, it makes sense because the first time claim on a home warranty for most buyers runs around $1,500 to 1,600 plus a deductible...
Read MoreHow to Qualify for a No Money Down Home Purchase
by Carlos Test
How to Qualify for a No Money Down Home Purchase Unlocking the Door to Homeownership In today's ever-evolving real estate market, the dream of owning a home might feel just out of reach—especially when faced with the challenge of saving for a down payment. But here's some uplifting news: even in today’s climate, there are exceptional loan programs that can help you purchase a home with little to no money down. Let's explore the best options available and guide you...
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