A Buyer’s Perspective
Home Protection Policies
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Dear Phyllis, We have worked with the same real estate agent several times over the last two decades. On our most recent purchase he asked the seller to o...
Seller in Possession After Closing
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Seller in Possession After Closing Dear Phyllis, Our offer on a home with more than ten other bidders came out on top. The seller demanded ...
Buyers, learn how to compete with multiple offers
How to compete with multiple offers Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Dear Phyllis, We have been looking at homes for a few months and made an offer. There are six offers on this home...
What happens when the termite company fails to inspect?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here What happens when the termite company fails to inspect? Dear Phyllis, After two weeks of negotiating back and forth with the seller, we finally opened ...
Why don’t buyers make offers on overpriced homes?
Buyers typically begin their home search online. So, why don't buyers make offers on overpriced homes? When searching online they often use their budget as search parameters. Many times, pricing a home above their budget will cause them t...
How long is too long to wait for short sale approval?
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Dear Phyllis, After looking for a home all year, in July I finally made an offer on a short sale. The seller signed my offer, but I am still waiting for...
Pros and Cons of Early Possession
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Dear Phyllis, I have been enjoying your real estate column for many years and appreciate you sharing your real estate knowledge. My question: I have been ...
Frustrated Buyer
Ask Phyllis: a blog series of frequently asked real estate questions. Email us here Buyer Frustration Dear Phyllis, My parents have used the same real estate agent for more than twenty years. I also hired him to buy my first condo. My ...
