Helpful Home Buying Info

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 New Home Services

Helpful home buying info offered for review.  Firstly, shopping for a new home can be lots of fun.  However, there are details along the way that will need to be addressed.   Let us point you in the right direction for different services you might need.  Additionally, we have provided links to services that our buyers have used highly recommend.  Click the links below to visit their websites for more information.

How Can We Help?

*Buyer Strategy - ideas to structure your offer

*Cleaning Services - Reputable cleaning companies

*Home Inspections - Recommended on new and pre-owned homes

*Home Loan - Shop for lenders

*Home Warranty - covers appliances, plumbing, Electric & HVAC

*Movers - Muscle for hire.

*Title Companies - Escrow agents that hold the earnest money and issue clean title to the property.

 

Home Loans

Get pre-qualified before you start shopping for a home. Most builders offer in-house financing. However, you do have options. Below are lenders our buyers have used and were very satisfied.

Texas Title Companies

In today's hot Texas market, many buyers are having to pay for the title policy. The title policy guarantees that there are no liens against the property, and you are getting a clean and clear title before buying your home. You do not want to buy a home without a title policy in place.

Here are a few Texas title companies to check out:

Inspection Companies

Before you sign on the dotted line, it's a great idea to have the home inspected by a disinterested third party for an honest review of the home's condition. Below are inspection companies that our buyers have used and were satisfied with the service provided.

Warranty Companies For Homes

Home warranties give added peace of mind on the purchase of the home. Knowing that future repairs needed are covered. Here are a few to check out.

Moving Companies

Reasonable Rates and Great Service

Asbestos

For concerns about asbestos in your home or business, contact our friends at: Asbestos.com

Submitting Offers On Pre-Owned Homes

In a competitive real estate market it is likely that a seller will receive multiple offers. Obviously, sellers will go with the offer that nets them the most money.  Naturally, we want your offer accepted.  Let us help you negotiate the best deal.

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Seller Expenses:

1. Real Estate Broker Fees

Broker fees are the biggest expense for sellers.  Sellers can expect to pay about 6% of the sales price. This fee is split between the listing agent and the buyer's agent.  Consider offering 3-6% over asking price to cover broker fees. The buyer rebate will be 2% of the purchase price on pre-owned homes.  *broker fee must be 3%+.

2. Title Policy

The Title Policy is another expense that the seller would generally cover which is about 1% of the sales price.   However, whichever party is paying for the title policy will pick the title company. Consider, if able, to pay for the title policy.

Obviously, our goal as your Broker/Agent is to equip you with information that will get your offer accepted. Moreover, these are suggestions; things to consider when making an offer. Clearly, the seller is  looking for the best offer. However, it is your money and your call on what your offer will look like.