“If I’m buying a new house directly from the builder, why do I need a Realtor?” Well, according to Houston Realtor® Patrick Welsh, an unrepresented buyer can be at a real disadvantage by deciding not to use an experienced real estate professional. “As a Realtor, many people think I’m just trying to salvage a commission by recommending that a buyer retain […]
Category Archives: Buyers
Pocket Listings
Most homes sold are listed on the Multiple Listing Service, which feeds information to Realtor.com, Zillow, and the other on line sites. However not all homes get added to this database. They are called pocket listings, homes that Realtors keep in their “back-pocket”, and are not marketed through the traditional sites. These homes can sometimes offer great […]
16 Builders Announced for 2016 Parade of Homes
Sixteen of the area’s top builders have announced they will build homes in the 2016 BIA Parade of Homes, to be held at Verona Village in Powell. The community is being developed by Romanelli & Hughes, on the site of the former Shamrock Golf Club. The following builders are participating: 3 Pillar Homes Bob Webb […]
Homebuying Millennials
Who is in the next up-and-coming block of first-time homebuyers? It’s Generation Y, the Millennials, born between 1980 and 1995. Until recently most stories involving Millennials and homebuying discussed how this age group was staying away from the housing market, but a March report from the National Association of Realtors found that they are now […]
6 Good Credit Habits for Buyers & Renters
Your credit score has a critical impact on your housing options, and healthy credit is essential to buying a home or renting one. “An important step to finding a home, whether you’re renting or buying, is ensuring that you have a good credit history,” says Frank Keating, president and CEO of the American Bankers Association […]
Improving Your Odds in a Bidding War
The market is heating up. The best homes, at the best buys, often receive multiple offers. Here are six tips to improve your chances of winning these sought after homes. 1. Learn the Sellers Priorities: Often, the sellers have priorities greater that just cash. Allowing the seller to select the closing date, or even allowing […]