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February 2010
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In these uncertain times you need as much information as possible to guide you through the home selling or home buying process. Use the form below to contact me so that I can help you begin.
5th Annual Somerfield & Fields of Bradford Easter Egg Hunt
Sponsored by
Donna Hahn of Keller Williams Realty,
Eric Hamilton of Wells Fargo Home Mortgage,
Connie Butcher Attorney at Law
Place: Somerfield’s Sunset Park (Dalton Lane & Scarlet Dr..)
Checklist for Moving
BEFORE YOU LEAVE:
Give change of address to:
Post Office, Charge Accounts, Credit Cards
Subscriptions: notice requires several weeks
Friends and Families
Bank:
Transfer Funds, arrange check-cashing in new city
Arrange Credit Reference
Insurance:
Notify company of new location for coverage's: Life, Health, Fire & Auto
What to pack in an emergency kit
A second wave of swine flu could hit this fall, and health experts recommend creating an emergency kit if the outbreak is severe. Of course, it's a good idea to keep a kit for any emergency.
What you need for emergencies:
Food
At least three days' worth of nonperishable, ready-to-eat foods, such as canned goods, dry cereal, and peanut butter.
Eight Steps to Selling Your Home
- Define your needs. Write down all the reasons for selling your home. Ask yourself, "Why do I want to sell and what do I expect to accomplish with the sale?" For example, a growing family may prompt your need for a larger home, or a job opportunity in another city may necessitate a move. For your goals, write down if you'd like to sell your house within a certain time frame or make a particular profit margin. Work with your real estate agent to map out the best path to achieve your objectives and set a realistic time frame for the sale.
Eight Important Questions to Ask Your Agent
Qualifications are important. However, finding a solid, professional agent means getting beyond the resume, and into what makes an agent effective. Use the following questions as your starting point in hiring your licensed, professional real estate agent:
How Can a Real Estate Agent Help Me?
Seven main roles of your real estate agent
A Buyer’s Real Estate Agent:
- Educates you about your market.
- Analyzes your wants and needs.
- Guides you to homes that fit your criteria.
- Coordinates the work of other needed professionals.
- Negotiates on your behalf.
- Checks and double-checks paperwork and deadlines.
- Solves any problems that may arise.
Opting For New Home Construction
Whether to buy an existing home or have one built is yet another decision to make during the home-buying process. If you decide to go with new construction, a real estate agent can be a powerful advocate in your corner as you negotiate upgrades, a move-in date and other terms with the home builder. Below are some basic pointers to prepare you for the journey ahead.
Selecting a builder