Selling

When does a buyer get the keys / possession of a home from the seller? I believe if you polled most home buyers and sellers in the Cary area they would tell you – “buyers get the keys at closing” – which according to the stand NC Offer to Purchase Contract is absolutely correct – possession [...]

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Trulia has a question and answer section that i enjoy participating in – tonight i answered this question: My aunts home was appraised at $130,000 in Cary, NC. Is $90,000 cash a decent offer? I say it is too low. My cousin disagrees. Home is in need of updating but appraisal was $130,000. My cousin [...]

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Buying and Selling a home in North Carolina is about to get a lot less confusing – well at least that’s the intent of the major revisions in the paperwork involved. Starting Jan 1, 2011 The North Carolina Realtor Association offer to purchase and contract and related forms will have a new approach to the [...]

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Back in December I blogged about possible upcoming changes to FHA loan requirements – well it’s arrived – The FHA recently announced major changes to their requirements for buyers/borrowers.  These increased standards could reduce the number of buyers that qualify to purchase Cary Homes For Sale.  The changes are aimed at shoring up the FHA’s [...]

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At CaryRealEstate.com we’re always keeping our eye out on how to improve our level of service with  home buyers and sellers. Most of us enjoy the latest gadget but rarely does something have as much positive impact as  docusign.  It’s a web based service that allows the creator of a document to send an electronic [...]

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Home Sellers are often confused or at least curious what goes and what stays when it comes to selling their home.  Here at CaryRealEstate.com we take the time to review with our home sellers exactly what to expect and be prepared for.  The best answer to what goes and stays “whatever the sales agreement between [...]

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At Cary Real Estate we’re preparing for a busy 2010! We placed an order for more yard signs today – yes we spent the extra money to have the reflective signs – we think it really makes a difference, especially during the winter months as it gets dark so early – the reflective signs really [...]

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There are many factors that go into properly pricing a home, this is a simple yet powerful tip!  We all know the age old marketing ploy, price something at $9.99 instead of $10, it just sounds better right? No doubt this approach works it’s magic on our minds when we stroll the aisle of Target [...]

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All licensed real estate agents in North Carolina represent either the buyer party, the seller party or sometimes both parties (called Dual agency).  It’s IMPORTANT for you to understand upfront who the agent you are talking with represents – the answer may surprise you. Unless you have an agreement with the agent for representation then [...]

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