Should I use a Real Estate Agent to purchase a home?

• May 2, 2024
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• Lisa Pierre
• Real Estate

Should I use an Agent? 

In recent developments concerning real-estate commissions, buyers have been wondering if it’s even worth it to work with an agent.  Besides being real estate professionals, we have detailed a list of whys we feel it is imperative to have a representative at your side.

Here are some reasons we feel that working with a buyer’s agent should be on your list of things to do when looking for a home: 

1. Negotiation skills – Your agent will be at your side negotiating, educating and providing the very best knowledge from possible pricing for repairs to replacements and a myriad of things during a sale that would need to be addressed.  themselves about the community, and with this knowledge they will know how to write an offer to ensure the best possible outcome.
2. Is an expert guide – not just a location guide with their knowledge about the community, new homes that list daily and with the variety of forms, reports and financial documents you need to secure the deal.  
3. Has access to more listings than you might discover – Your agent should have access to a range of opportunities within your price point in many locations so you can expand your search for the best deal.  
4.  You need someone that is objective in all facets when you’re looking for a home.  One that is able to be unbiased and has the information to make sure you make the best decision for you and your family.
5. Be your rock – A home is so much more than walls and a roof.  It is where you and your family can start or continue to grow and develop loads of memories.  In addition, for most buyers, a home is the biggest purchase they’ll ever make.  With that in mind your rock will help you stay focused on the issues that are most important.  

Can outdoor spaces get revamped without an outdoor?

• May 2, 2024
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• Lisa Pierre
• Real Estate

Outdoor spaces are getting a bit revamped with must haves including color, yes color.  However even if you do not have any outdoor space and live in an apartment we have included options for you as well.  Our recommendation is to bring the outdoors inside and designate an area for a few indoor plants spreading the joy and greenery for pleasing eye candy.  

Here are a few outdoor-indoor features to enjoy your outdoor-indoor space:

1. Outdoor kitchens – homeowners are asking for not just stoves and islands but cabinets and outlets.  
2. Weather Resistant landscaping – depending on where you live sometimes we all deal with extreme weather patterns so seeking native plants and solar can help reduce not only your footprint but all keep you on budget.   
3. Go GREEN inside – go to your local nursery and ask for friendly indoor plants that can be beneficial for your lifestyle, for e.g. require little maintenance, little light or even ones that don’t grow too large.  
4. Adaptable spaces – Some homeowners want spaces that are adaptable and even adjustable meaning that they have multiple functions.  An outdoor kitchen that can also double as an entertainment space or turf instead of lawn for the visual appeal but also to enjoy outdoor games.  
5. Window Boxes – Depending on where you live and if there are any rules to abide to include window boxes as a way to enjoy beautiful seasonal plants and flowers.  They are not only gorgeous but require very little maintenance.  

With interest rates on the steady will more buyers decide to enter the market?

• April 19, 2024
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• Lisa Pierre
• Real Estate

In these trying times with moving rates, talks of war and a total eclipse no pun intended we believe based on national statistics that more buyers including first time buyers would continue to enter the market looking for deals.

Are there deals to be had?

That depends on who is asking but more importantly who is looking. Sellers list and buyers buy if the price is right and the monthly mortgage amount is attainable. It also depends on location. In some areas, houses are sitting on the market and in others, houses are going pretty fast.

Its not just buyers that are waiting for the right opportunity but sellers as well. Some sellers would love to upgrade to their dream home, others would downgrade because they are empty nesters. In either scenario they will need some assistance either on the buy side or sale side. Interest rates are affecting both sides determine to stay put or move along. For buyers there are so many programs that assist with either down-payments, closing costs or help in the reduction of your mortgage taxes. This is why it is essential to work with professionals that can deliver.

If you are a buyer wishing to own your own home or wanting to upgrade, weigh the opportunity with all costs in mind. Who you work with is paramount, partner with a team of professionals like a real estate agent, real estate attorney, mortgage broker and home inspector just to say the least. They will do their due diligence ensuring that with all costs in mind you are comfortable but most importantly happy.

Let’s eclipse!