Category Archives: For Sellers

How Your Credit Score is Derived

Developed in 1956, a Fair Isaac Score is a three digit number ranging from 300-850, according to the following risk factors: 1)     Payment History (35% of score) a)     Payment information on many types of accounts b)    Public record and collection … Continue reading

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The seven deadly sins of overpricing

By Trulia Staff “We can always go down, but we can’t go up.” If you’re selling your home this statement has probably crossed your lips at least once. But when it comes to setting a pricing strategy for your home, … Continue reading

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Three Ways to Increase the Value of Your Home

Buyers only get one first look at a property, and they don’t want to use their imagination. They assume the house they see is as good as it’s going to get. If you want your home to sell, step out … Continue reading

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Find the Best REALTOR® to Sell Your House

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-03-11 16:55:53 Ask detailed questions about their experience and skills to help you find the right agent for your home sale. Working with the right real estate agent can mean the difference between getting prompt, … Continue reading

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6 Tips for Choosing the Best Offer on Your Home

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-02-10 11:32:13 Have a plan for reviewing purchase offers so you don’t let the best slip through your fingers. You’ve worked hard to get your home ready for sale and to price it properly. With … Continue reading

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7 Tips for Improving Your Credit

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-02-25 13:35:12 Here’s how to clean up your credit so you get the least-expensive home loan possible. Getting the loan that suits your situation at the best possible price and terms makes homebuying easier and … Continue reading

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Dos and Dont’s of Homebuyer Incentives

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-09-01 08:57:14 Homebuyer incentives can be smart marketing or a waste of money. Find out when and how to use them. Incentives such as a new grill out on the patio can set your home … Continue reading

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7 Tips for a Profitable Home Closing

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-02-10 09:46:23 Be sure you’re walking away with all the money you’re entitled to from the sale of your home When you’re ready to close on the sale of your home and move to your … Continue reading

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5 Tips to Prepare Your Home for Sale

By: G. M. Filisko Published 2010-02-10 11:12:47 Working to get your home ship-shape for showings will increase its value and shorten your sales time. Many buyers today want move-in-ready homes and will quickly eliminate an otherwise great home by focusing … Continue reading

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Fielding a Lowball Purchase Offer on Your Home

By: Marcie Geffner Published 2010-06-10 09:53:36 Consider before you ignore or outright refuse a very low purchase offer for your home. A counteroffer and negotiation could turn that low purchase offer into a sale. When you receive a low offer … Continue reading

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