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Help Your Agent Help You
An agent only benefits when they help you sell or buy a house. When selling, create a list of all your home’s features. Then ask for suggestions on staging your home to show off the best qualities. When buying, make a list of all the features you need and want so they can find options [...]
Read More >>Well-Maintained
A clean house is more than clean, it tells a potential buyer that you have taken care of the house. Add a coat of fresh paint, patch the hole in the wall and clean every inch. Open up a room by removing the clutter. A buyer wants reassurance that the house has been properly maintained [...]
Read More >>Look Carefully
When shopping for a house, look beyond the surface. Don’t remove a potential house from the list just because the kitchen is painted chartreuse. Many ‘fixes’, such as paint color and carpet, are simply cosmetic. On the other hand, serve problems can be hidden if you don’t know what to look for. A home inspector [...]
Read More >>Experience Counts
Today, many homeowners begin their searches online. But the truth about a house is much more than the square footage. An agent’s advice is based on experience; they work in the market every day. They know the best and up and coming areas and understand the paperwork, laws, and know the current trends. Call me. [...]
Read More >>In Your Best Interest
Whether buying or selling, make sure the agent you choose has your best interests in mind. Establish an agency relationship by signing a buyer’s or seller’s rep agreement, formalizing the fiduciary responsibilities and obligations of the representative. Call me to help you find a qualified Buyer or Seller Representative. Steve Myers, Broker (352) 288-1494 (352) [...]
Read More >>Refinancing
The decision to refinance should not be based on the interest rate alone. First, you must consider all the costs associated with the new loan. Then, calculate your monthly savings with the new loan. Based on a new tax rate, determine the net savings and the time it will take to pay off the costs [...]
Read More >>You’re In Charge
When buying a home, it is easy to feel overwhelmed and at the mercy of everyone else. Which house to choose, qualifications, paperwork… Buying a house is most likely the largest purchase you will ever make and should be considered carefully. Weigh all the pros and cons of each house, and educate yourself on loan [...]
Read More >>Your Shopping List
Simplify your home search by creating a list of what you are looking for. First consider your needs: location, size, maintenance needs and most importantly, affordability. Then consider your wants: type of flooring, kitchen appliances, additional space. Write down the features of each property. Then sit down in a quiet spot and review your findings. [...]
Read More >>Saving on Your Homeowners Insurance
By investing in the safety of your home, you may possibly lower your homeowners premium. Many companies give discounts for installing carbon monoxide and smoke detectors; fire extinguishers; installing dead bolts and/or adding a security system; and updating your electrical and heating systems. Talk to your agent about all the discounts you may qualify for. [...]
Read More >>Make Your Debt Work
Have equity in your home? If you have a large amount of debt, you may benefit from consolidating it into a home equity loan. Consolidation can reduce your number of payments. A home equity loan typically has a lower interest rate and the interest may be tax deductible. Or, use the equity to help pay [...]
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