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How Does Buying a Short Sale Work?
As an investor, I have purchased many short sales for long-term rentals and fix and flips. As a Realtor, I have helped sellers sell short sales and buyers purchase short sales as well. Short sales are very unique and much different from fair market sales and even REO s... read more
As recession looms, consumers see tide turning in favor of homebuyers
Fannie Mae finds 81 percent of Americans think the economy is on the wrong track, but the share of consumers who think it's a good time to buy ticked up in June. read more
Is Real Estate Inventory Increasing Significantly?
There have been a lot of articles and headlines coming out recently saying that inventory is up, the real estate market is cooling down, and a crash may be coming as well. There are many articles that are saying sales are down as well and insinuating that prices are dow... read more
The housing market is as competitive as ever despite 53% rise in mortgage costs
The housing market is as competitive as ever despite 53% rise in mortgage costs read more
Every Step of a Real Estate Transaction Explained
A real estate transaction is a confusing series of steps involving a lot of time, paperwork, and conversations. Broken down, it becomes a little less confusing. read more
Been Waiting to Sell and Buy a “Move-Up” Home? Now May Be the Perfect Time!
Most people don't buy their "forever house" right out of the gate. It's hard to afford a home that has the size and amenities you want on your first (or even second) purchase. So most people start out with something a little smaller, needing some work, or not in their i... read more
How to Calculate the Wealth in Your Home
Homeownership comes with a lot to tackle, but home equity is one of the most important calculations to make when you've moved beyond the real estate transaction. read more
What Does a Title Insurance Company Do?
A title company protects homeowners from defects in the history of a home and are essential to real estate transactions each and every day. read more
Common Misconceptions About Outsourcing Title Production
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5 Strategies for Real Estate Agents to Build a Better Sphere of Influence
You probably never even heard the term until you became a real estate agent. But once you became one, you were probably told how important it is to build and nurture your very own "sphere of influence." The problem is, people tend to be pretty loose with the term and de... read more