A Seller’s Perspective
How to hire a Realtor
How to hire a Realtor® I'm interviewing several Realtors® regarding the sale of my home and frankly they all seem about the same. The only major difference is some have lots of listings, while others have very few. I am concerned my ho...
Are there upfront fees when selling your home?
Are there upfront fees when selling your home? Dear Phyllis, I’m thinking of selling our home this summer. I have a few concerns about what to expect in fees. What upfront costs am I going to encounter when listing my home for sale with...
Top seven things to consider when listing your home for sale
When listing your home for sale, you must decide what is most important. Do you want to spend the time, energy, and money to spruce up your home to sell for the highest price? Or is it important to sell with the least effort? The Realtor you se...
Seller Options When The Appraisal Comes In Low
Seller options when the appraisal comes in low Dear Phyllis, I have a sales contract but the buyer’s appraisal came back for $10,000 less than our agreed upon purchase price. After the buyer’s inspection, I agreed to credit $5,000...How Long Does It Take to Put a Home on the Market?
Preparing your home for sale can take a bit of time. We and the seller decide which day we are going live in the MLS (multiple listing service) and count back. How long it takes to put a home on the market depends on the plan. We consult...
Can I sell my home if the roof isn’t permitted?
Can I sell my home if the roof isn’t permitted? Dear Phyllis, After I bought my home, I had the heater replaced and a put on a new roof. Although the work was done by local contractors it was suggested that to save money I not pull ...
When is a good time to list your home for sale?
When is a good time to list your home for sale? Dear Phyllis, My aunt recently passed away and I am her executor. I am planning on having her home painted before selling. When is a good time to list your home for sale? Linda Dea...
What happens when a cash buyer can’t pay cash?
What happens when a cash buyer can’t pay cash? Dear Phyllis, After four months on the market, we finally sold our home to an all cash buyer. Closing was to occur in thee weeks. Because there was no loan to worry about, we have been mo...
