Carol Swain's Blog

When buying a new home be sure to ask the following questions: 1.      How long have you been in business? 2.      In what areas have you built? 3.      What sets you apart from other builders? 4.      What type of warranty program do you offer? 5.      What are your fees for building a home (fi...

The advantages of having an agent help you purchase a new home are the same as those for purchasing a resale home... • Knowledge of the market • Help in finding the perfect home quickly • Expertise in contract writing/negotiation • Closing assistance.  The builder has a professional representativ...

The advantages of having an agent help you purchase a new home are the same as those for purchasing a resale home... • Knowledge of the market • Help in finding the perfect home quickly • Expertise in contract writing/negotiation • Closing assistance.  The builder has a professional representativ...

I decided to hold an open house yesterday for a new listing I got.  It is a nice home, needs a little updating but is well maintained.  It is a great starter home for someone, and priced well.  I like to hold an open house at a new listing within the first two weeks it has been on the market.  T...

1.     Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job. 2.     Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)! 3.     Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind. 4.     Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for closi...

1.     Thou shalt not change jobs, become self-employed or quit your job. 2.     Thou shalt not buy a car, truck or van (or you may be living in it)! 3.     Thou shalt not use charge cards excessively or let your accounts fall behind. 4.     Thou shalt not spend money you have set aside for closi...

Find a Realtor you can Trust Analyze Your Needs in a Consultation Obtain Financial Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval Select Properties View Properties Write an Offer to Purchase and Put down Earnest Money Deposit Negotiate and Counteroffer Accept Contract Go through Property Inspections Remove ...

Find a Realtor you can Trust Analyze Your Needs in a Consultation Obtain Financial Pre-Qualification and Pre-Approval Select Properties View Properties Write an Offer to Purchase and Put down Earnest Money Deposit Negotiate and Counteroffer Accept Contract Go through Property Inspections Remove ...

Before You Begin..... PRE-QUALIFICATION AND PRE-APPROVAL Many buyers apply for a loan and obtain approval before they find the home they want to buy.  Why? Pre-qualifying will help you in the following ways: 1.      Generally, interest rates are locked in for a set period of time.  You will know ...

Before You Begin..... PRE-QUALIFICATION AND PRE-APPROVAL Many buyers apply for a loan and obtain approval before they find the home they want to buy.  Why? Pre-qualifying will help you in the following ways: 1.      Generally, interest rates are locked in for a set period of time.  You will know...