We recently closed out a Bank Owned property. There were quite a few surprises that we don’t want to catch you off guard. Luckily we have a manager that has done hundreds of these so he guided us through the process. Here’s what we learned: What is bank owned property? What role does investor play? What is mortgage insurance? How are bank properties negotiated? Why should I pay extra for title insurance? Do I pay the escrow fee? Can I…

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SSRE022: Buying a Bank Owned Home

My cousin called me and asked the question every agent dreds, “How do I sell my home without an Agent.” I continued with a breakdown of how it works… Conducting market research to value your home What upgrades do you need to sell How many days will you be on the market Taking professional pictures on a budget Creating a tour video Drawing your own floor plan Where to host your ad What is a real estate search engine Where…

SSRE021: How to Sell Your Home “For Sale by Owner” without a Real Estate Agent

When I was an engineer, I’d interview with people who didn’t know how to do my job. They had no idea how to qualify me for that which they did not know how to do themselves. Interviewing a Realtor has the same challenges. Learn a few questions to get off in the right direction… Identify buyer myths Be careful of agents who buy homes Spot the wolves in sheep’s cloths Top agent isn’t what you think it is Don’t be dazzled…

SSRE020: Questions to Ask When Interviewing an Agent to Sell Your Home

When I was little my grandma let me cheat at cards so it’s no wonder I always won. Do you want to let your competition cheat when you’re playing Real Estate? My guess is not, find out how to identify the cheaters… What is Real Estate Agency? Dual Agency versus limited dual agency Preserving confidentiality Negotiating Real Estate is like Playing Cards Your motives and options are your cards How to bring forth best market has to bear Identify cheaters…

SSRE019: Protect Yourself From the Real Estate Cheaters

Did you know most Realtors want to DO AWAY with home inspections. They are THE source of most issues in home sales. I have a different solution… Let’s use them to our advantage. Here’s how to you can make more or get more using home inspections. What is a home inspection] Increase chances of repairs being accepted by seller Leverage inspections to get a discount on your purchase price As a seller the ONLY important thing is the bottom line…

SSRE018: Matthew Jeschke on Hacking Your Home Inspections

I got a call from a customer a few days ago. He spotted a home that was priced so well it looked to good to be true. We found out it was being auctioned off. So can you get a good deal on an auction site? Identifying their “junk fees” Handicapted due dillgience Hiring a buyer’s agent and getting auction site to pay for them regardless How their “free” title policy costs you. Baking ALL the closing costs into the…

SSRE017: Get a Great Deal on a Home Auction Site without Getting Taken Advantage Of

As you sit here quietly reading this article you will realize improving your credit score is easier than you thought… Improving your credit score may sound like an impossible task especially when you just want to take advantage of the excellent housing market. You may feel discouraged, even give up prematurely especially if a lender has turned you down for a home loan. Even if you do qualify for a home loan, a better credit score may help you qualify…

Rebuilding Your Credit Score

People have long debated of the difference between house and home. Does home have anything to do with a physical location at all? I challenge you to ponder the true meaning of your home. Identifying the perfect life outside your home search Setting the right priorities How money has little or no meaning. Realise wealth without making or spending a cent. You may have a house but do you have a home? and more. Quick tips from Matthew A home is something…

SSRE016: Matthew Jeschke on the True Meaning of Home

confused about life insurance? Meet too, I don’t want to die let alone think about it. But there’s so many more amazing things you can do with life insurance and NOT die. Jared Grant shares them with us in this awesome podcast. Check it out, What is life insurance How to take care of family in event of death Why coverage is important even person has no income Term vrs whole life and different kinds of life insurance How to receive…

SSRE015: Jared Grant on Life Insurance

Everybody should build a new home at least once in their lifetime. It’s GREAT fun. Here are a few tips you should know before speaking with a builder. How to get the best deal on a new home Who is looking out for your best interests and who’s looking out for the builder Locking in any incentives offered Making sure all the small details are documented Creating a budget for the design center Negotiating with the builder what they will and will…

SSRE014: Building a new home? Matthew Jeschke shares his best tips.

Thinking of attempting a “For Sale By Owner”? Here’s a few quick tips to get your home on the FSBO marketplace. What is a FSBO Why is FSBO risky How to purchase buyers for a nominal fee Finding & qualifying buyers serious buyers with an online ad Transferring clean title Collecting sale proceeds Making your home appealing to buyers Get a free listing ad How to sign your home for sale Creating flyers and more… Quick Tips from Matthew The…

SSRE013: How to sell via “for sale by owner” aka FSBO with Matthew Jeschke

Transform your home from a big boring box to a beautiful inviting home people love and want to buy. Michelle shares… What staging is Small staging items that completely change the feel of your home How to pick and choose colors that work with your layout What not to stage your home with Items you should ALWAYS stage with How to get buyers excited about your listing Getting good feedback on your listing Making sure buyers see best features of your home Toning down…

SSRE012: Staging Your Home to Sell with Michelle Vermuele

Homeowners insurance is one of the most affordable types of insurance. You get hundreds of thousands in coverage for a relatively small premium. How do you know you got the best deal or the right coverage though? Jared Grant explains… Best way to shop your insurance policy What is homeowner’s insurance and you should have it. What homeowners insurance does do for you and doesn’t Difference between warranties and insurance Why it’s vital to carry insurance even if you are not required…

SSRE011: Choosing Your Homeowner’s Insurance

Graduate with a mountain of med school debt? Treat yourself to something nice such as an up to $800,000 home, helicopter pad optional. Learn more in this 20 minute podcast… How to take advantage of currently available home loan programs for doctors. Finance up to $800,000 with as little as 5% down (current market rates 9/23/2015) Purchase in residency prior to making big bucks. Loan programs that do not consider short term student loan debt. Obtaining a 12 month forbearance on student loan payments Loan programs for foreign…

SSRE010: Ian Brannon on Home Loans for Doctors in Residency

Have you been on the market for over 30 days? Chances are your home is overpriced. Listen to this 20 minute podcast and discover EXACTLY what to do. Learn who’s opinion most matters when it comes to selling your home. How to get valuable buyer feedback Three specific questions to ask buyers who previewed. Following up on feedback to get your home sold. What to do if your listing is getting no traffic. When price reductions are necessary. Scientific process of making price…

SSRE009: Using feedback gauge price reductions on your listing

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