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Ask George and ChuckDear George: Can I purchase a home for my mom using a general power of attorney?....... |
Texas real estate markets healthier than mostTexas' real estate markets never caught the housing bust bug that spread like the flu across most of the United States. But now the doctors tell me that the Lone Star State is showing some of the symptoms that flattened residential sales nationwide..... |
DisappearWhen your house is on the market, it's important to be flexible with your showing times. Part of that flexibility is having the capacity to ..... |
Understanding the lingo - pointsPoints is a common word you'll hear when you're in the process of buying a home or acquiring financing. But what does it mean? ..... |
What does real estate have to do with it?When most people think of REALTORS, the first thought that comes to mind is a person who helps you buy and sell properties. But real estate is tied closely to so many other aspects of our lives than just the buildings where we live and work..... |
Don't outsmart yourselfAre you one of the people who is trying to "time the market" and wait for home prices to go down before you make a purchase? Doing so may not be as wise as you think...... |
Any time's a good time"Now's not the best time ... can we set something up for later?" These are words that a buyer and his agent do not want to hear when they're out looking for a property..... |
What not to doYou'll be given all kinds of advice and pointers about what you should do and how you should do it, but there are things you shouldn't do that are equally important...... |
Selling a vacant houseSo you've accepted your new job and have moved on to your new life in a different city..... |
Not just the houseAfter you've made the decision to buy a home, it pays to prioritize your needs and wants..... |
Maximizing your exposureExposure is the key to selling fast and getting top dollar. The more people who see your home, the sooner you will find a willing buyer..... |
Different kinds of real estate Web sitesFrom the way consumers acquire information about properties and neighborhoods to the way agents market themselves and their listings, real estate, like so many other industries, has been fundamentally altered by the Internet...... |
Fresh paint can make a differenceThere are many factors that can affect the sale of your home. Many of these, like interest rates, number of buyers, and amount of competing inventory, are simply out of your control. There are, however, things that you..... |
After the inspectionYou're serious about buying this house; in fact, you've already put down earnest money, the option fee, and even gotten an inspection..... |
Internet presenceThere's so much information on the Internet. Literally thousands of real estate sites are out there..... |
Beware of informed buyersIf you are looking to sell your home, it is not in your best interest to pick a price slightly higher than your house is worth..... |
Final walk-throughClosing is just days away! You're about to make a huge investment and you've been running around town taking care of business...... |
Casa o Apartamento. ¿Qué es mejor para usted?Muchas personas cuando deciden comprar una vivienda, la primera imagen que les viene a la mente es una casa, con un bello jardín, tal vez bordeado de una linda cerca de madera y con un bonito patio..... |
Protéjase al vender su casaA partir del primero de enero del 2008, toda persona interesada en solicitar una licencia de agente de bienes raíces en Texas, como vendedor o como corredor, ahora debe proveer sus huellas digitales para un chequeo del FBI sobre antecedentes criminales..... |
Myths about homeownership Many consumers believe that they can't qualify for a home loan because of a variety of reasons, including spotty credit and no money for a downpayment..... |
Entice buyers with extrasIf you're putting your home on the market, or if it has been on the market for a while without solid offers, you may consider including some appliances, furniture, or other extras in the asking price..... |
Don't forget the treesIt's common to consider the kitchen, bathroom, living space, and other indoor amenities, but don't forget the outside, especially the trees..... |
The tax factorYou might consider consulting with a tax adviser regarding the sale's impact on your federal tax return..... |
Coming to your sensesThe more you do to prepare your home for market, the more money you can expect to pocket at the closing table..... |
Get your free credit reportIf you are thinking about buying a home, it is a good idea to find out what your credit report says before applying for the loan..... |
Learn about loansThere are many kinds of loans; the one that makes the most sense for you depends on your current situation and your plans for the future..... |
Moving outIf you are selling your home, create a moving checklist to ensure a smooth transition from one property to the next...... |
You may need to stay putChanging jobs in the midst of the process may not have a significant affect on your ability to qualify for a mortgage loan..... |
From seller to buyerAlthough your property could sell in a couple of days, the real dilemma you may face is finding your next home...... |
Understanding the lingo - escrowDuring the process of buying your home, you'll hear the word escrow thrown around. It's easy to get confused because the term can refer to different things that occur at different times..... |
Protect yourselfWhile it's certainly not common, there are reports of sellers' possessions disappearing during a showing..... |
Take an impromptu visitWhen you begin narrowing your selection or you find that you've fallen head-over-heels in love with a certain house..... |