As a real estate agent, you might make the decision to take on a family member as a client. For instance, maybe your brother-in-law is looking to sell his home, and you’re open to lending your services. However, when any other parties become involved in this transaction, you should let them know about your relation…
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Have you heard about iBuying, in the context of real estate? iBuying is a relatively new concept, giving buyers and sellers a new way to handle real estate transactions. As a seller, iBuying is fantastic if you’re looking for a quick and easy way to sell your property. When you sell to an iBuyer, the…
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If you’re looking to sell a home but aren’t quite ready to move out, then a rent-back agreement could be just what you’re looking for. With a rent-back agreement, the sellers are provided additional time to live in the home, even after the sale has closed. Basically, this agreement makes the seller the new owner’s…
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If you’re renovating a kitchen, then there are many questions you need to ask yourself. In particular, you should be putting thought into the island that you install — or decide not to install, in some cases. If you have a smaller kitchen, for instance, it may be best to stay away from an island,…
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As home flipping becomes increasingly popular, so does the concept of flipping a historical home. However, although the idea can be enticing, it’s important to stay realistic. Historical homes often come with their fair share of complications, especially if they haven’t been lived in or maintained for a number of years. Interested in flipping a…
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Have you considered waiting until spring to list your home? Although spring is a great time of year to enter the housing market, you could still benefit from listing your home during the winter months. For one, inventory is low this time of the year. This means that homes are more likely to sell quickly.…
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Have you heard the term “quitclaim” recently, but aren’t sure what it means? If you’re currently transferring property to your spouse or a family member, you’ve probably heard a lot about quitclaim deeds. Quitclaim deeds allow ownership of a property to be quickly and efficiently transferred, without the home needing to be sold. There isn’t…
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When you’re buying a home, you often need to purchase various kinds of insurance — this, of course, includes title insurance. If someone else attempts to claim ownership over your new home, title insurance can protect you. On the fence about whether purchasing title insurance is actually worth it? In that case, let’s look at…
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