Home Buying

If you are curious about buying or selling your property, it can benefit you to have an experienced Realtor in your camp. Be it through negotiation or advice (or much, much more), real estate transactions can be complicated.

When interviewing a potential real estate agent, find out about their understanding of real estate owned and bank owned properties, in addition to traditional selling methods. Preparing a successful offer can require some time, local experience and local knowledge - study potential agents with these qualities in mind. So, would it be inappropriate to request an interview with an agent before agreeing to work together? I don’t think so. Realtors are gurus with people and paperwork - let them have the chance to meet you and then choose the person that will represent your property needs best with peace of mind. Ask your real estate agent about the different types of properties on the market and the most effective approach for you.

It may be prudent to ask about, for example, short sales, a major market influencer right now. Short sales can often be difficult to accurately estimate a move-in date. Buyers looking to move into a new home soon may want to consider other options on the market, especially with the available low prices and buyer friendly terms right now. Short sales are only one part of the market so be sure to ask questions and discuss other available options with your Realtor. Your Realtor should be able to demonstrate value by offering you the right advice, guidance, and client protection.  A strong agent will have ample market research on the area, comparable home values, and reselling potential.

Congress has created a larger government tax credit of $8,000 for qualified new, first time home buyers. It is often a good idea to find out about some of the options in your area, and probably save you time.

A great Realtor will assist you, and in many cases your friends and family, to find a great price on the market. Sales activity has dropped in Reno, NV, but there [are some deals on the market|meaning that some sellers are now] providing very buyer friendly terms. In the event that you are interested in Northern Nevada real estate, here’s a link to a Reno Realtor. With this crisis starting to improve in some areas, it’s an interesting time to find out about your investing options.