There are a lot of moving parts when a home trades hands between a seller and a buyer, and whether you are doing this for the first time or you are a seasoned professional, understanding all of the paperwork involved can be overwhelming. Let’s take...
Purchasing a new home is a huge decision, most notable financially. During the home buying process, there are a variety of inspections and reports that your real estate agent may suggest and that your lender may require. The idea is to shelter you from any...
The death of a loved one involves a lot of emotional energy as you sort through the details of their possessions. Often times, this involves real estate holdings, so it’s important to make sense of probate and the escrow process. What is probate? Essentially, it...
The Question: I am currently in escrow, but I have a vacation that was already planned and is taking place at the same time as our closing date. What should I do? The Answer: As with most escrow questions, the most direct answer is, it depends....
Title Binder. This topic is often a confusing topic for home buyers and sellers alike, and it’s no surprise. Why? Because a title binder is NOT an actual binder where you would house notes related to buying or selling a home. A title binder...
Smart homes are becoming more and more common. So, it’s more likely that home buyers and sellers will turn to trusted professionals (like you!) to learn more. If you’re feeling a little overwhelmed or like you could use some more education on the topic, we’ve...
We’ve all heard horror stories about real estate transactions. Sellers pulling out, buyer loans falling apart and more! And while some of these situations are hard to avoid completely, there are quite a few positive things agents can do to help clients ensure their home...
More and more we’re bombarded with information about smart home devices, and it’s exciting that there are so many systems and gadgets that can make our homes more efficient. But, while these devices can create a more sustainable and cost-effective living space, there are a few...
Closing escrow on your new home is an exciting time - to say the least! So, it’s no surprise that home buyers and sellers get anxious as the closing day nears. One big milestone in the process is when the loan documents are received by...
The sun is out and the days are longer, and with the Summer season comes great marketing opportunities. Today, we wanted to share with you some valuable, yet easy-to-execute marketing ideas that can help bring growth to and shed new light on your business and relationships. Remember,...