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Many first time homebuyers have contacted me through the years and asked this important question: "What kinds of things should I know and even be doing before going on the journey of shopping for a house?" Notice, the question is about what
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While managing a Real Estate office in another state, I led Sales Meetings every Tuesday morning at 9am sharp! We (50+ Agents and I) had breakfast, chatted a while and then talked about the nuts and bolts of Real Estate and working successfully with our
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While driving back from showing some properties last Saturday afternoon, I found myself pondering this question. When does the negotiating process in a Real Estate transaction really begin? Most sellers will respond, "At the moment an offer has been
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I saw this wonderful article a while back that would definitely be worth your time to read if you are currently in the process or are going to be in the process of selling your house. This interesting writing will act as a guide, in reference to specific
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While managing a Real Estate office in Michigan I had a handful of people phone or contact me in reference to one issue in particular after moving into their house. The issue usually evolved from what has been a clear and obvious misunderstanding; sometimes
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Home Buyers Beware: Failing to read the fine print is truly NOT better! In fact, failing to read anything you are signing whether it is for a car, 2 nd Mortgage or the First Mortgage, can lead you to financial ruin. Just ask the thousands and thousands
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I have some friends who live in another state that recently purchased a house. During the home inspection process a fairly large water leak was discovered over the garage. In all probability the leak was the result of a frozen pipe that had burst! Drywall
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One question that I often hear as a Real Estate Agent is, "What should I do to prepare for buying a house?" In response I say things like, "You can begin by going to my website, www.burrowsproperties.com where you will find all kinds of
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The stories I have heard from home sellers in reference to costly mistakes they've made throughout the selling process have been truly amazing. I've had some tell me their errors in judgment have cost them time and most important, money coupled
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While I am not a Mortgage Loan Officer and for sure do not work for a Mortgage Company, at the same time I know a potentially good deal when I see one. As a Realtor and a Veteran, I know that for years Veterans were told a VA Loan was not the best deal
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In our current market, many sellers want to be at the front of the competition when listing their house for sale. In other words, if there are four other houses on the same street for sale, it is not uncommon to want to have the best prepared and priced
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If there is anything true in purchasing a house, it is this: Not reading the fine print is certainly NOT Better! In fact, failing to read anything you are signing whether it is for a car, 2 nd Mortgage or the 1 st Mortgage, can lead you to financial ruin.
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I believe there are two highly important areas that should be addressed by those who are serious about selling their house in this Real Estate market. In fact, doing these two things along with setting the right price can do wonders in helping to produce
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This is truly a great article that would be worth your time to read if you are currently in the process of selling your house. This interesting piece of writing will guide you in some specific things you can do that will expedite the sale of your home.
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I am a simple person. Similarly, in Real Estate, I have simple rules that I follow as a Real Estate Agent when working with clients who want to purchase a home. Right at the top of my list is this: Everyone, without exception, MUST be pre-approved for
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