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An energetic young entrepreneur made lots of money in real estate during the late 1970's by buying fixer-uppers and renovating them. His strategy was to buy a tired-looking cosmetic fixer and move in to it for a couple of years while he completed the transformation. When the...
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Some people are born negotiators. They'd negotiate the time of day if they had the opportunity. Many people, however, feel uncomfortable negotiating. If you fall in the second camp, think of a home purchase negotiation as a dialogue between you and the seller. It's a forum for...
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After years of putting up with seller's demands, buyers are now in a position to negotiate. The real estate market is softening and sellers no longer call all the shots.
Granted, some listings will still attract multiple offers. However, in most cases, buyers will be able...
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Finding a home you like enough to buy is exciting. It can also be frightening. What if you pay too much, or buy a home you end up hating? To ensure a successful home buying experience, do your homework before you make an offer.
It's useful to make a list of the features you...
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Most homebuyers and sellers use a real estate agent to help them buy or sell a home. But, not all buyers and sellers have the same degree of success. Real estate transactions can be complicated, and they are often stressful. Finding the right agent to assist you through the...
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It's no fun to have your home on the market, particularly if it's not selling. Some sellers get so fed up with the process that they remove their listing from the market temporarily. Is this an effective marketing strategy?
In most cases, the answer is no. If you're truly...
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