What is escrow and how does it work? At some point in a real estate transaction, you will encounter the word “escrow.” If you’re the buyer and you make an offer on a home you like, you’ll provide an earnest money deposit in the form of a check that will be placed in this escrow. But what does it really mean?That earnest money deposit will not...
May 2018
Let’s face it: there’s already a growing number of freelancers, contract workers, and gig economy workers in the U.S. It’s not surprising, given that many people now want to be their own boss or work from their own homes while sitting comfortably in their sofa. In a 2017 survey conducted by Upwork and Freelancers Union, 36 percent or 57.3 million Americans are already working as freelancers....
Planning to buy a home while the market is tight? Don’t dive in unprepared! Understand what makes up a seller’s market, and follow a plan to make your offer stand out. A lot of home buyers tend to make rookie mistakes that get their offers rejected in a seller’s market. If you want to be successful in landing your dream home when the competition is...
Much like any business venture, listing your home for sale is all about finding the best possible timing. The best case scenario would be one in which the sale happens while the market is at its best, at the same time you are prepared to leave, and to buyers that are motivated to pay more.However, the right time to sell is not the same for everyone --it will all depend on why you are selling your home...