Over the years, I have observed hundreds of clients making the move to their next home. I’ve found that their stress level was greatly reduced by planning and starting to the process a month ahead of their move. Also, I found that the most frustrating thing for them was that they didn’t donate or toss the things they didn’t want or need while initially packing.
Stress Free Move – BEFORE, DURING, AND AFTER MOVING Read More »
Brokers are required to have a mutually agreed agency agreement with the buyer before delivering real estate services such as showing homes. The parties agree on the services to be delivered by the broker, the term of the agreement and the broker’s compensation.
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Accepting Mortgage Rates is a Big Ask. Oh my, Mortgage rates are insanely high. We were approved for an $800,000 loan when the rate was 6% and my Pi payment was $4,800 a month. Today at 7.49% the Pi payment is $5,590 and with our income to debt ratio, we don’t qualify. So, today, we
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For some, renting is the best answer. Home ownership is not for everyone. This bnlog takes a candid look at renter vs homeowner.
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The internet and lazy brokers have convinced buyers across the country that they can find a home on their own without the guidance of a REALTOR®. This may be true, but at what cost?
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As we see mortgage interest rates increase so quickly, the buyer pool in every price range moves down the ladder. Keep in mind that an interest rate increase of 1% reduces the buyer’s buying power by 10%. This means that a borrower that could comfortably afford a $1M property before the increase, can now only
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Inspired by an online article found at https://money.com/therapy-tips-cope-wild-housing-market/ Tom Perry -Realty Executives Brio…Bellevue, Wa. REALTOR® serving Seattle and Seattle’s Eastside  A Realtor.com survey tells us that approximately 24% of the buyer pool has increased their current therapy schedule or started therapy because of the stresses and depression caused by the home buying process which
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Another Common Buyer Mistake This is a Real-Life Financial Study of the Drawbacks to Waiting. Tom Perry REALTOR® There are a number of buyers that may be making this big mistake. They are waiting to purchase a home for the wrong reasons. Granted, some are waiting because of the time it can take to clean-up
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Good News for Buyers – Conforming Loan Limit Increases Again!. Back in 2019, we were all excited when the single-family conforming loan limit for King, Pierce, and Snohomish Counties was increased to $741,750. That was Then … This is NOW! The conforming loan limit for King, Snohomish, Pierce Counties has increased again nearly 5% to $776,250. This could
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Rule 1: Select an Experienced REALTOR® before you even start your search! To be competitive in today’s market, you need to be prepared. Select an Experienced REALTOR® to educate and guide you through the process before you even start. There are so many important strategies, systems, tools, contract issues and decisions to be made. A
5 Rules for Buyers to Compete and Win in Today’s Real Estate Market. Read More »
