Seniors Real Estate Specialist

Real Estate Contract Terminology

March 8, 2024

Below are some common real estate contract terms that every home buyer and seller should know. Appraisal: An “opinion” of a home’s market value by a licensed appraiser. BINSR: (Buyer’s Inspection Notice, Seller’s Response.) This is the contract used for the buyer to tell the seller what they are requesting

The Closing – You Are Now a New Homeowner

March 8, 2024

Review Your Closing Disclosure: This document is TIME SENSITIVE, so it’s imperative that you look it over for accuracy and acknowledge receipt of it or you could delay closing. Review Your Settlement Statement: This document outlines all of the costs associated with your real estate transaction and closing funds. Your

Home Inspections – What to Expect

March 8, 2024

The following list is to provide you with a brief overview of some of the most requested inspections that are conducted by Buyers. Before you select your inspections, share your thoughts and concerns with your REALTOR®, so that they may provide you with additional considerations and make suggestions based on

Types of Home Loans

March 8, 2024

Federal Housing Administration (FHA)The most common type of financing utilized in home purchases due to its less-stringent Buyer qualification requirements. Downpayment: 3.5+% of purchase price. Veteran’s Affairs (VA) Financing specifically for active duty, past US Military personnel, or survivors. Proof of veteran status is usually provided via their DD214. Downpayment:

What Does Real Estate Listing Status Mean

March 8, 2024

Active Active properties with no offers or contingencies. Active Contingent An offer has been accepted but the seller may still be permitting showing appointments and may still accept backup offers. Pending An offer has been accepted and the seller is not allowing showing appointments or backup offers. Pending Short Sale

Types of Properties

March 8, 2024

Regardless of the property type you’re interested in, always consult your REALTOR® first.It’s our speciality. Give yourself an edge over other Buyers during your property search by understanding the local real estate terminology for Residential Searches utilized in our MLSSAZ system. This will also better help you express your property

Reasons to Use a Realtor

March 8, 2024

What Does it Mean to be a Realtor®. REALTORS® aren’t just agents. They’re professional members of the National Association of REALTORS® and subscribe to its strict code of ethics. This is the REALTOR® difference for home buyers: 1. AN EXPERT GUIDE. Buying a home can be a complex process that

Communicating With Your Realtor

March 8, 2024

Communication in the Real Estate Industry is Key to Success Communication is the key to building trust and rapport with my clients. That is why I always strive to communicate with you in the way that you prefer, whether it is by phone, text, email, or any other channel. You