I read Bob Rankin a lot, subscribe to his newsletter and scour his site for advice. Bob Rankin is a techie of the highest order, and when he speaks I listens !! I recently read this article written by Mr. Rankin and was totally creeped out. Did you know that the government can legally read… Read More
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Getting a Mortgage? Know The Rules!
Earlier this year, the CFPB issued one of its regular bulletins, announcing a range of financial rules for financial institutions Just by knowing the rules, you can learn how to take care of yourself. Below are some of the highlights. Regulation Z Reins in Mortgage Originators This regulation “prohibits a loan originator from receiving compensation… Read More
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Chasing Your Tail Will Only Make You Dizzy
from Not Your Daddy’s Home Selling Tips on www.yourvalleyproperty.com Home Seller Tip #8 – Chasing Your Tail Will Only Make You Dizzy Do not chase the market down! I cannot say this enough… do not chase the market down! Setting your price too high and waiting for the market to catch up, setting it too… Read More
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Do Judge a Home by Its Title
from A Heads-Up for Home Buyers 11 Things You Might Not Have Thought About, on yourvalleyproperty.com Do Judge a Home by its Title Understand your title report – the title company, attorney, or settlement agent that is handling title (history of property ownership) and title insurance for your transaction should carefully review these documents to… Read More
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Give your ‘Open Concept’ home some character
When your kitchen opens to your living room, you can’t really use opposing décor in each space. Your entire home needs to flow. Here are some tricks to creating a space that is both cozy and functional. Choose coordinated color palates: Decorating your kitchen in bold primary colors while keeping an autumn palate in your… Read More
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Do I need a Buyer’s Agent?
My answer to “Do I need a Buyer’s Agent?” is always the same. Why would you not want a Buyer’s Agent? I’m serious, I really am asking. I’d like to know what you think. First let me say, there is no charge for Buyer Representation. My policy and in fact my comfort zone, dictates that… Read More
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Ease of showing is a Home Sellers best friend.
from Home Seller’s FAQ on yourValleyProperty.com Q. Is it possible to schedule showings only when we’re at work so our evenings and weekends are not disturbed? A. Possible, maybe. Advisable, no. Ease of showing is one of a listing’s most critical selling points. The harder you make it, the longer it will take to sell…. Read More
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My Guarantee for Home Sellers
Thinking of selling your home? Besides the standard listing contract and the marketing packet I’ve put together for you, I have a guarantee. This is it. ~Bill Once you have negotiated a contract and agreed on a sales price, the real work begins. Below is a list of some of the details I will be… Read More
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Selling or Buying a Home? Purchase Agreements Explained
This post includes a sample Residential Purchase Contract. The first step in making a smart purchase is knowing how the process will work. The sample contract and the information below should give you a good start. I’m always available when you’re ready to put your home on the market or begin house shopping, ~Bill… Read More
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Not Your Daddy’s Home Selling Tips, #7 – Be The Bank
from ‘Not Your Daddy’s Home Selling Tips‘ on yourValleyProperty.com Be the Bank. Under very specific circumstances it may be in your best interest to consider acting as the mortgagee. This is commonly known as a carry-back. My best advice if you’re considering this would be to talk with a financial consultant and an attorney before… Read More
