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What Should Realtors do After Closing?

There are all sorts of stories about realtors who have gone above and beyond the basic duties of their positions. Some realtors even help to line up contractors and facilitate necessary repairs. While this might seem like a lot of additional work, treating clients well after closing can result in increased business as well as create lasting relationships. Approximately 64% of sellers who used realtors found the agent through a family member or friend. The following will review some of the additi[...]

Everything You Need to Know About ‘For Sale’ Signs

  The digital age has increased our ease of access various types of data including whether a house is for sale. Despite this, ‘for sale’ signs are still common and many realtors swear by them.  For one reason, placing a for sale sign outside the property can immediately inform passers-by that it is for sale. The question is not whether you should place a ‘for sale’ sign at a property, a better question is whether the sign will result in questions by prospective buyers about the pro[...]

Understanding How Bankruptcy can Impact Children

  If you have decided to file for bankruptcy, you likely have a number of important questions. You may be wondering what assets you will be able to keep after the bankruptcy has concluded as well as what your future life will be like. It is also common to wonder exactly what the bankruptcy process involves.  If you are a parent, you might also be worried about how bankruptcy will impact any money that you have saved for your children as well as how your bankruptcy will affect your children[...]

What Realtors Should Tell Clients Early in the Process

It is sad, but true: Every day, real estate transactions fall apart for a number of preventable reasons. By notifying clients of potential risks early on in the buying or selling process, however, it is possible for realtors to greatly decrease the risk of issues arising that can block a real estate transaction from proceeding. The best realtors inform their clients early on in the process about potential problems as well as how they might best be resolved. The following will review some of the [...]

How the Bankruptcy Process Impacts Your Inheritance

  Deciding to pursue bankruptcy is never simple or easy. For many people who are suddenly faced with an overwhelming amount of debt, bankruptcy can be the best option, though still feel intimidating. Ultimately, bankruptcy allows an individual the opportunity to escape debt and create a better financial future.  The decision to pursue bankruptcy can be made much more complicated if a loved one recently passed away and you now expect to receive an inheritance. The following takes a brief ex[...]

Advice for Realtors When Communicating With Appraisers

  There is a long-standing myth about the real estate industry that realtors should remain silent when appraisers become involved in the process. In reality, there is a risk that an appraiser might say something inappropriate and end up facing undesirable consequence, but realtors should often become involved anyway. This is because appraisers plays a vital role in property transactions.   It is particularly important for both a buyer and seller of property that an appraiser provides a[...]

Converting from Chapter 13 to Chapter 7 Bankruptcy

One of the most common questions asked by people navigating the bankruptcy process is what type of bankruptcy is best for them. Many people overlook the fact that what type of bankruptcy works best can change during the process. If an individual is no longer able to afford Chapter 13 bankruptcy payments, it is possible to convert a case to Chapter 7.    The following reviews some of the important details about the conversion process that individuals weathering the bankruptcy process should[...]

Reasons Realtors Should Attend a Home Inspection

  The home inspection process plays a vital role in the house closing process. While a positive inspection can help put your mind at ease, an inspection that reveals unanticipated defects can make you think twice about purchasing a property.    Despite the importance of the inspection process, many realtors believe that they do not need to be present for this event. In reality, however, there are a number of reasons why a realtor should attend a home inspection.    This article [...]

Common Reasons Why People do Not File for Bankruptcy

  No matter if it is a Chapter 7 bankruptcy or a debt settlement, any option to rebuild your credit will be dependent on your ability to learn about your available options and take the appropriate strategy. If you fail to take any action, there is a great risk that you will fall further behind on debt repayment.  One of the many challenges presented by options to rebuild your credit history is recognizing and overcoming some of the most common reasons that prevent people from getting out o[...]

Questions Every Realtor Should be Able to Answer

When it comes to real estate investing, the quality of services provided by realtors can vary greatly. There are also conflicting opinions about a realtor’s impact on a person’s real estate investing activities. While some people find a realtor to be an invaluable part of the real estate process, other people view realtors as nothing more than middlemen.  In reality, there are situations in which a good realtor can be invaluable. There are also some situations in which a realtor’s skills [...]