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Press Release From: Homes on the Hill CDC 12 S Terrace Ave. Columbus, Ohio 43204 (614) 275 – 2663 Contact: Meryl Van Fleet, Program Assistant at 614-275-4663 ext. 100 Date: 07/29/08 RE: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Free Home Maintenance and Repair Workshop ...[Read More]
See a property you love but it has a HUD sign in the front yard? Only a handful of Realtors are Authorized HUD Agents and can help you purchase a HUD home. What is a HUD home? It is a home where the previous owners held a Government Loan on the property ...[Read More]
Imagine you are selling your home and then imagine having a hundreds of people coming up to your door in one day. People paying attention to the curb appeal, the neighborhood the things that attract people to your home. In less than a week, you will have ...[Read More]
Q: What is the best way to maintain a garbage disposal? A: Garbage disposals are important tool in our kitchens. When food particles become trapped in the corners and nooks of the disposal, bacteria grows. By cleaning the disposal weekly you can minimize ...[Read More]
Payoff Your Mortgage in 1/3 to 1/2 the Time! Sound to Good To Be True? ... Read on! Being a stronghold in the housing industry both as a builder and as Realtors, my wife Mindy and I have had a lot of things come across our desks. Some good, some unnecessary ...[Read More]
If you currently live in Central Ohio there are some new homes about to be built that will encompass all that energy concious Buyers love. I am talking about a new subdivision just 5 minutes North of the Columbus Zoo of Hyatts Road. The long tree-lined ...[Read More]
There are a lot of ways to market your home such as brochures, mailers, open houses, signs and ads. But everyone does the same things and sometimes they all run together - especially once the tours begin and Buyers visit 5-7 homes at a time. If you are ...[Read More]
The thaw is here! Time to get ready! The thaw is coming and Spring is just around the corner. There will be many homes “hitting” the market. Some sellers will remove their homes from the market to take advantage of the winter down time in real ...[Read More]
Ah! Could it be? Has old man winter decided he is done for the year? Spring is right around the corner and For Sale signs are beginning to pop up all around! Listings will finally gett the activity they so richly deserve and the market seems to be heading ...[Read More]
Tips on How to Price Your Home Consider comparables . What have other homes in your neighborhood sold for recently? How do they compare to yours in terms of size, upkeep, and amenities? Consider competition . How many other houses are for sale in your ...[Read More]
Does Moving Up Make Sense? Answer these questions to help you decide whether moving up makes sense. 1. How much equity do you have in your home? Look at your annual mortgage statement or call your lender to find out. Usually, you don’t build up much ...[Read More]
Understanding Capital Gains in Real Estate When you sell a stock, you owe taxes on your gain—the difference between what you paid for the stock and what you sold it for. The same is true with selling a home (or a second home), but there are some ...[Read More]
What Is Appraised Value? It’s an objective opinion of value, but it’s not an exact science so appraisals may differ. For buying and selling purposes, appraisals are usually based on market value—what the property could probably be sold ...[Read More]
What You’ll Net at Closing To find out how much money you’ll net from your house, add up your closing costs and subtract them from the sale price of the house. Closing Costs for Sellers Mortgage payoff and outstanding interest Prorations for ...[Read More]
Moving Tips for Sellers 1. Give your forwarding address to the post office, usually two to four weeks ahead of the move. 2. Notify your credit card companies, magazine subscriptions, and bank of the change of address. 3. Develop a list of friends, relatives, ...[Read More]
7 Terms to Watch for in a Purchase Contract 1. The closing date . See if the date the buyer wants to take title is reasonable for you. 2. Date of possession . See if the date the buyer wants to move in is reasonable for you. 3. The earnest money . Look ...[Read More]
5 Things to Do Before You Sell 1. Get estimates from a reliable repairperson on items that need to be replaced soon, such as a roof or worn carpeting, for example. In this way, buyers will have a better sense of how much these needed repairs will affect ...[Read More]
Understanding Agency It’s important to understand what legal responsibilities your real estate salesperson has to you and to other parties in the transactions. Ask your salesperson to explain what type of agency relationship you have with him or ...[Read More]
Tips for Packing Like a Pro 1. Develop a master “to do” list so you won’t forget something critical. 2. Sort and get rid of things you no longer want or need. Have a garage sale, donate to a charity, or recycle. 3. Don’t throw out ...[Read More]
Common Closing Costs for Buyers The lender must disclose a good faith estimate of all settlement costs. A check to cover your closing costs will probably have to be a cashier’s check. The title company or other entity conducting the closing will ...[Read More]
A final walk-through is not required, however it is strongly recommended. Usually this occurs 24-48 hours before closing and is to insure everything is as it should be. What Not to Overlook on a Final Walk-through Be sure that: § Repairs you’ve ...[Read More]
5 Things to Understand About Homeowners Insurance 1. Look for exclusions to coverage . For example, most insurance policies do not cover flood or earthquake damage as a standard item. These coverages must be bought separately. 2. Look for dollar limitations ...[Read More]
10 Questions to Ask Your Lender Be sure you find a loan that fits your needs with these comprehensive questions. 1. What are the most popular mortgage loans you offer? 2. Which type of mortgage plan do you think would be best for us? Why? 3. Are your rates, ...[Read More]
5 Property Tax Questions You Need to Ask What is the assessed value of the property? Note that assessed value is generally less than market value. Ask to see a recent copy of the seller’s tax bill to help you determine this information. How often ...[Read More]
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