Which REALTOR can do the best job of selling my home?
Select a REALTOR that will have your best interests in mind. Choose a REALTOR that can list your home in the MLS for other REALTORS to view and show. Interview several agents and choose one who you find trustworthy and competent.
How long does it take to find a home to buy?
This varies by individual, but allow at least one month to get a good feel for neighborhoods and home styles. Allow ample time to be confident about your decision.
After I've found a home, how long before I can move in?
Allow at least 6 weeks for the real estate related closing tasks.
What is the most important factor regarding selling my home?
It all boils down to the price you are willing to accept for your home. All other factors dictate the price at which someone is willing to pay. The fair market value of your home is determined by location, size, condition, lot, floor plan and many other factors.
What is a fair commission rate to list my home?
ORCHARD REALTORS' rates range from 4.5% to 5.5% depending upon the services you desire. Approximately 1/2 of this commission will be given to the buyer's representative.
What is the best way to begin searching for a home?
The very first step is to find out how much money you can or would like to spend on a home. You can do this by contacting a Lender or a Realtor.
What is the best way to begin to sell my home?
Do your research. There are many different ways to sell your home ranging from the traditional methods many of the large real estate firms offer to the new FSBO (For Sale By Owner) methods found online. Learn the details of the offer. A few questions you should ask are: What is the commission rate? Does this cover the buyer's agent compensation? Who will schedule appointments and handle contracts? How many days do their homes take to sell? You'll find ORCHARD an undeniable value when the facts are presented. How do home buyers find out about the home they purchase?
The National Association of REALTORS' chart on the right-hand side of this page explains the details. Some of the more interesting facts are that only 7% of home buyers found the property they purchased in the newspaper. The number one way to find a property is through a REALTOR: 48% cited a REALTOR as their information source. These data illustrate the importance of listing your home in the MLS.
What is the best way to promote my home on the Internet?
Hands down, the most used real estate site is www.realtor.com. According to the National Association of Realtors, 71% of all home buyers on the Internet used realtor.com.
How do I promote my home on realtor.com?
Realtor.com is the official site of the National Association of REALTORS. Your home will be posted automatically on realtor.com when listed in the MLS, which insures your home will get the best exposure on the Internet.
How do I choose a lender?
Lenders, like many other real estate related support, are not created equally. Ask for referrals from friends and family and then interview three or more lenders before you make a selection.
How do I choose a home inspector?
Home inspectors should be interviewed. Viewing an example of their home inspection report can give you an idea of the areas of the home they inspect.
How important is a home inspection?
It's a must. ORCHARD REALTORS insists upon a home inspection. REALTORS are not qualified to give definitive answers regarding a home's condition. A licensed professional is well worth the expense.
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