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9 hours ago A top realtor should have at least one good reason for you to choose them, like: “I live in this neighborhood.”. “I was born and raised here, so I know the community.”. “I’ve sold more houses than anyone in this ZIP code.”. “I’m the only local agent who offers virtual tours.”.
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4 hours ago It can be a letdown to find problems with the home after the inspection. Whether it’s termites, mold, or other damage, ask the agent how they would resolve these issues. Usually, the buyer and seller can work out an agreement to pay for damages found during the inspection in repairs or concessions. 22.
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1 hours ago What To Ask A REALTOR® When Buying A House. A buyer’s agent can provide you valuable knowledge about houses in the neighborhood you want to live in and important information about property taxes and zoning laws. If you decide that you need a real estate agent to buy a house, consider vetting your prospects with these questions. 1.
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6 hours ago But the seller may have other ideas. Make sure you spell out exactly what is and isn’t included in the sale — and don’t be afraid to ask the seller to throw in an appliance or two or even things like furniture pieces or artwork. Motivated sellers may even throw in a washer/dryer to close a deal. 12.
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(303) 962-42727 hours ago Buying a home is a lot to take on! If you're trying to buy a home that includes everything you want: here are questions to ask your realtor. Your Castle Real Estate. CONTACT US (303) 962-4272. Buy Property Sell Property Search. these updates may be worth it if the price of the home is low enough, but if it’s not, try talking to the
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3 hours ago A history of renovations can be a signal that you should pay extra attention to your home inspection and inquire about warranties. Ask to see the original plans for the house, if they're available. You may be able to find chronic issues with the house. If not, this is still a good way to compare asking price to the true value of the home. 8.
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8 hours ago Your realtor or real estate agent is going to be your BFF during the house buying process. They know all of the ins and outs of buying a house that you probably have never even heard of. But, as much as they do have your best interest in mind, they also are here to ensure they get the sale and the commission.
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$400,0002 hours ago Our friends at Clever Real Estate offer eligible buyers 0.5% cash back on the purchase price of their new home. For a $400,000 home sale, that puts $2,000 back in your pocket — just for finding your agent through Clever.
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1 hours ago 5. Home cleaning. A new-to-you home isn’t necessarily a clean home. One way to conquer the yuck factor: Ask the sellers to pay for a deep clean before you move in. “No matter how tidy a home
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3 hours ago Easy! Ask a real estate agent! If you're working with a real estate agent, they can help ensure that the house you choose is a good fit for you and your family. But, to ensure it's a good fit, you need to make sure you ask the right questions. Check out this guide to learn the top questions to ask a realtor when buying a home. 1.
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Just Now That way, you can have the strongest offer possible — without unnecessary upfront costs. When you make an offer with Ribbon, we require that you put down a minimum of 1% in an earnest money deposit (EMD). When you repurchase the home from us, we credit this back to you in Seller Paid Closing Costs. 14.
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6 hours ago Below are some good questions to ask your real estate agent as a part of the home-buying process. 1. Would you buy this home? Make sure to ask your agent how they feel about a home you want to buy. Any reservations they have offers insight into why a property might not be the right fit for you.
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7 hours ago When home buying, you want a real estate agent who ends up with lower sale prices than list prices. That said, if you live in a hot market where everything sells over asking, you have to take that trend into consideration. This is one reason why it’s smart to interview a few agents: You can compare their list-price-to-sales-price ratios.
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6 hours ago Keep yourself organized with these must-ask questions and home buying checklists. neighborhood can help you determine whether the asking price of the home you’re viewing is too high — or too low. The realtor will have access to market history in the home’s location. Ask them how the price of the home compares to not only others in
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$5,0001 hours ago As for HVAC systems, these appliances can cost you around $5,000-$10,000. Make sure that you ask if any appliance needs to be replaced soon. If it does, negotiate with the seller to reduce the sale price or pay for some of your closing costs to cover any important appliances that need to be replaced. 9.
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$500,0004 hours ago Since the home seller pays the fee for both the buyer agent and the listing agent, this is critical for them to know ahead of time. If you sell with a traditional real estate brokerage, you will typically be charged 6% of the home’s sales price (3% for each agent). For a $500,000 home, that comes out to $30,000 in agent fees – a sizable hit
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9 hours ago This is an important question to ask a real estate agent. Real estate agents should only get paid once you purchase a house. Some real estate agents may want to charge you upfront for their services. If that’s the case, we recommend looking elsewhere for a new real estate agent. Questions to ask a realtor when buying a first home
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S/he should also be able to tell you how long it is taking for houses to sell and whether or not most sellers are getting more or less than their asking price. Additionally, they should be able to tell you how long a property has been on the market, which could indicate how much negotiation power you have.
In general, the longer a home sits on the market, the harder it is to sell for the original asking price. To prevent your home from growing stale (read: sitting on the market for multiple months), it may be necessary to reduce the price. While a price reduction certainly isn’t ideal, it can be absolutely necessary to sell a home.
When you are buying a house, it’s you who will ultimately be responsible for everything—even if you don’t know about it at the time of purchase. So ask LOTS of questions so you can be as happy with the house over the long term as you are at first sight!
Read on to find out the top 15 questions every first-time home buyer needs to ask a Realtor. What Questions Should You Ask Before Looking at a House? Before you look at houses, ask your Realtor these questions to narrow down your options. This can make sure you’re ready when you finally find your dream home. 1. What location should I choose?