Category Archives: Buyers

Is it Time to Stop Waiting?

Posted on February 16, 2012 by Realty Executives

Home values took a universal dive in 2008, but for most markets, it looks like the worst is behind us. While certain metropolitan areas continued to bleed in 2011 (some cities in Southern California saw a dip of more than … Continue reading →

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Top Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Posted on February 9, 2012 by Realty Executives

Your first home purchase is exciting, but it can also be stressful. Here are some tips to limit the trauma and help you find the home of your dreams the first time around. 1. Set your budget The most important … Continue reading →

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How Much Home is Too Much?

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Realty Executives

You’ve found the home of your dreams. It’s expensive, but it’s beautiful, it has room to grow, and you can just squeak by if you’re careful–maybe. This is a common situation, and all too frequently, it ends poorly–just look at … Continue reading →

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Neighborhood Research 101

Posted on February 1, 2012 by Realty Executives

A home is the longest-term investment most people will ever make, and unless your home is on wheels, you’re not going anywhere. Choosing the right neighborhood is critical–and very personal. While there are a wealth of online tools for neighborhood … Continue reading →

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Tips for First-Time Homebuyers

Posted on January 24, 2012 by Realty Executives

Your first home purchase is exciting, but it can also be stressful. Here are some tips to limit the trauma and help you find the home of your dreams the first time around. The most important step in selecting a … Continue reading →

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Going it Alone: Do You Need an Agent?

Posted on January 13, 2012 by Realty Executives

It’s 2012.  You can find nearly anything and anyone on the Internet. Do you really still need a to put an agent in the middle of your real estate transaction? What’s to stop you from finding a home online, going … Continue reading →

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Should you use a REALTOR© to find a rental?

Posted on January 10, 2012 by Realty Executives

While it’s possible to sell or buy a home without representation, everyone generally agrees it’s a bad idea. But what about renting a home? In Manhattan, Tokyo, London, and other densely-populated cities, finding an adequate apartment without representation is nearly … Continue reading →

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Long-Distance Homebuying

Posted on January 9, 2012 by Realty Executives

With intense variation in properties values across the country and an explosion in entails, the prospect of buying a home far from your current address are looking up. Any home purchase can be stressful, but trying to manage the selection … Continue reading →

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Tips for Buying a Rental Property

Posted on December 30, 2011 by Realty Executives

There are plenty of reasons to purchase rental properties. They can provide steady, passive income when the housing market is slow, allowing you to sell only when conditions are right. They can allow first-time buyers to enter the market when … Continue reading →

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Priced Out of a Home? Consider an Investment Property.

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Realty Executives

According to the National Association of Home Builders, 72.9 percent of homes sold in the United States during the third quarter were affordable to families earning the national median income of $64,200. That’s close to a national record, and if … Continue reading →

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