Monday, March 25, 2013

Do I have to contact the Realtor that has listed a property that I am interested in?

No.  You should contact a Realtor you know and trust! Your Realtor will represent you as a buyer's representative and act in your best interest. If you do not know a Realtor you may then want to interview the listing agent and decide if you want the listing agent to represent you and the seller.

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Monday, March 18, 2013

How much do I have to pay a Realtor to help me find a home?

Normally a Buyer doesn't pay a Realtor for their services.  The Brokerage fee is paid by the Seller, at Closing.  This is a good reason why Buyers should enlist a Realtor to help them find the property they are looking for.  Realtors have alot of information available on real estate that is on the market and they are well trained to protect the welfare and rights of their clients.




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Monday, March 11, 2013

Will owning a home give me a tax break?

While it's always a good idea to check with a tax professional who knows your situation, in most cases you will receive a mortgage interest deduction. Unless your loan is more than $1 million, you can fully deduct the mortgage interest you pay on your home.




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Tuesday, March 5, 2013

What is equity?

Equity is the difference between what your home is worth and what you currently owe if you were to pay it off. For example, if today’s market value of your home is $200,000 and your mortgage payoff balance is $150,000 then you have $50,000 of equity in your home.




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