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Open House(s) in the River Region
Searching for a dream home?
Many area REALTORS® will hold homes Open for prospective buyers. Check our listings for the area Open Houses this weekend.
Open House(s) in the River Region
Searching for a dream home? Check our listings for the area Open Houses this weekend.
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How to Prevail in a Competitive Market
How to Prevail in a Competitive Market Home shoppers are increasingly facing steep competition for the limited number of homes for sale. “Attempting to purchase a house in this type of market can make the already complex process of buying a home even more overwhelming,” the National Association of REALTORS® notes in a recent release. NAR offers up five suggestions for home buyers navigating today’s competitive market: 1. Stick to a budget. Have buyers get preapproved by one or more lenders to ensure eligibility. Be sure to also take into account extra costs of homeownership, such as taxes, utilities, and insurance. “When listings are scarce, bidding wars can drive up prices, so buyers must be prepared to walk away if the asking price surpasses their budget,” according to NAR. 2. Identify home wants versus needs.......
too good to be true
Everyone has heard the old saying, “if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.” That old saying has never been more true than today. With a tough economy, money tight and everyone looking to save every dollar, real estate scams are increasing. The most common version we REALTORS® deal with is the rental property scam that begins on the internet.