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Dos and Dont’s of Homebuyer Incentives

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Realty Executives

Evaluating 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 apart from the competition. Image: Weber-Stephen Products Co.

Be sure you’re sending the right message to buyers when you throw in a homebuyer incentive to encourage them to purchase your home.

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7 Tips for a Profitable Home Closing

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Realty Executives

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 new home, you may be so close to the finish line that you coast, thinking there’s nothing left for you to do. Not so fast. It’s easy to waste a few dollars here and for mistakes to creep into your closing documents there, all adding up to a bundle of lost profit. Spot money-losing problems with these seven tips.
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Fielding a Lowball Purchase Offer on Your Home

Posted on October 7, 2010 by Realty Executives

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 on your house, the best response is to counter with a price you’re willing to accept.

You just received a purchase offer from someone who wants to buy your home. You’re excited and relieved, until you realize the purchase offer is much lower than your asking price. How should you respond? Set aside your emotions, focus on the facts, and prepare a counteroffer that keeps the buyers involved in the deal. Continue reading →