Posts from: For Buyers
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Have you ever applied for a mortgage preapproval and then been bombarded with offers from other lenders? Don’t get mad at your loan officer!Did you know…?Anytime you give the approval for a company to run your credit, that triggers the credit bureaus to sell your data…
Christine McCarron
Buying a home out of state is always rough since no matter how thorough you are in your research and prep work, a problem always seems to pop up. However, there are ways to mitigate this if you are familiar with the process of purchasing a home as an out-of-state buyer.
Christine McCarron
Moving to a new state is a real adventure, but it also may bring unexpected challenges. While the internet has reduced regional cultural distinctions, they certainly still exist, and the laws and housing markets can be wildly different. Plus, if the move involves a…
Christine McCarron
If you’re moving to a big city for the first time, you have a lot to be genuinely thrilled about. That’s especially the case if you’re relocating from a small town. Better professional and personal opportunities, countless entertainment options, cultural diversity,…
Christine McCarron
You may think that, as your closing day approaches, the wild ride that you've been on will be slowing down and coming in for a landing. Not so much...
Christine McCarron
The final walk-through is the last time that you’ll likely see the house before it’s yours. It should take place no more than 1-2 days before the closing. This is your chance to ensure that what is being delivered to you is what you are expecting. Here’s a checklist…
Christine McCarron
The inspection on your future home will likely bring up some unpleasant surprises. If you still want to buy the house, what are your options? You may be able to negotiate with the seller to fix all or some of the major items.
Christine McCarron
The definition of contingency is a future event or circumstance which is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty.* When we include a contingency addendum in a real estate transaction, we're identifying a just-in-case scenario, an IF/THEN. Anything that is agreed by…
Christine McCarron
You’ve finally got an accepted offer on your dream house but just because you and the seller agreed on a price, doesn’t mean it’s a done deal. If you’re getting a loan to buy your house, the lender will require that you get an appraisal. An appraisal is when an…
Christine McCarron
When you tour a home for the first time, you often do so with rose-colored glasses. You’re looking at the furnishings, the open space, the way the sun bathes the kitchen. The home inspection process forces you into the darkest, dingiest parts of the home and points out…
Christine McCarron
You found a house that you love – but everyone else loves it too! You know you’re not the only one putting in an offer, how can you make yours stand up and be noticed? Here are a few tips that can help your offer…
Christine McCarron
It's happened, after many open houses and virtual tours, you've finally found the home of your dreams – now what?The first step is to submit an Offer to Purchase or Purchase and Sale Agreement, depending on the custom in your area. Both documents require that you make…
Christine McCarron