When I work with home buyers, I always consider that I may have to sell the house that they purchase! Even when you think this is your FOREVER home, you MUST take resale in to consideration!!! A few months ago, my clients (names changed) Sally and Joe called to say they were divorcing and wanted ... Continue Reading » about I may have to sell the house you buy!
Updated 3-bed Florence Park midtown Tulsa bungalow for sale
1623 S Delaware Avenue, Tulsa OK MLS #1423446 Renovated by Hoby Ferrell of Ferrell Properties in 2006 Offered at $260,000 The front yard of this Florence Park bungalow is immaculately landscaped. Neatly trimmed bushes flank the walkway to the front entrance and mature trees ... Continue Reading » about Updated 3-bed Florence Park midtown Tulsa bungalow for sale
After you purchase, repairs fall on you!
My clients and I always do a final walk-through of a property we are purchasing to make sure the property hasn’t flooded since we were last there, that the home is in satisfactory condition and cleaned, that the drapes are still there, etc. At closing, Buyers sign a document stating that they are ... Continue Reading » about After you purchase, repairs fall on you!
Midtown bungalow 3 bedroom, 2 bath for sale in Patrick Henry school district
MLS #1421918 Offered at $113,000 This darling midtown bungalow is in an awesome location – close to expressways and shopping – walking distance to Whiteside Park without crossing any streets. This very established neighborhood is filled with mature trees. And, of course, it’s in the desirable ... Continue Reading » about Midtown bungalow 3 bedroom, 2 bath for sale in Patrick Henry school district
Real Estate Closing Delays – are they the norm?
In our neck of the woods, we typically set closing dates 30-days out. If it’s a VA loan, I typically add an additional ten days. If I represent the Buyer and know that they have already turned in bank statements, paycheck stubs and tax returns to their Lender, I’m pretty comfortable with a 30-day ... Continue Reading » about Real Estate Closing Delays – are they the norm?
Seller-paid Buyer closing costs
Buyers are asking Sellers to contribute to their closing costs in many cases. Here is a guideline of what the Seller is allowed to pay for the Buyer: Conventional Financing Tier one: 90-95% LTV seller can pay up to 3% of sales price Tier two: 75.01-90% seller can pay up to 6% of sales ... Continue Reading » about Seller-paid Buyer closing costs
Repairs not made when you bought the house may bite you when you sell the house
There’s not always enough money available to make repairs when you purchase a home, but you had better get them done before you SELL the home. My clients purchased a home three years ago, and we only had $1,500 in the contract set aside for repairs. Between electrical and plumbing problems, we ... Continue Reading » about Repairs not made when you bought the house may bite you when you sell the house
If you’re selling your home, it’s not yours anymore – say goodbye
It’s hard to detach, but if you’re selling your home, it’s not yours anymore – and you need to say goodbye. Selling the home in which you made memories – and one that represents who you are – can be an emotional experience. But you need to view it as a BUSINESS TRANSACTION, and set your emotions ... Continue Reading » about If you’re selling your home, it’s not yours anymore – say goodbye
How to sell a house from out of state
Many home sellers wonder how to sell a house from out of state? It’s a daunting task, because you, the home seller, have to put so much trust in those you hire and those who represent you. You need a reliable advocate. If your home needs to be improved or updated before it’s put on the market, ... Continue Reading » about How to sell a house from out of state
