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The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price

The #1 Thing Sellers Need To Know About Their Asking Price

When you put your house on the market, you want to sell it quickly and for the best price possible; that's generally the goal. But too many sellers are shooting too high right now. They don’t realize the market has shifted as inventory has grown. The side effect? Price cuts are on the rise, but they really don’t have to be. Here’s why. According to data from Realtor.com, in February, price cuts...

**"A digital infographic titled 'What You Need to Know About Pre-Approval' provides an overview of mortgage pre-approval. The top section features a green-highlighted 'PRE-APPROVAL' text against an image of a house. Below, the infographic explains that pre-approval is when a lender checks financial details to determine how much a buyer is qualified to borrow. The section 'Factors That Can Impact Your Pre-Approval' lists key considerations such as: Debt-to-income ratio Income and employment status Credit score Payment history Next, the section 'Why It's So Important to Do Early On' highlights four benefits of pre-approval: It provides clarity on borrowing limits and budget planning. It helps avoid falling in love with homes outside the budget. It builds confidence in securing a home loan. It signals to sellers that the offer is serious. A 'Pro Tip for Today’s Market' from Freddie Mac advises buyers to remember that pre-approval is the maximum loan amount a lender may offer, but buyers should only borrow what they are comfortable repaying. At the bottom, a call-to-action encourages connecting with a trusted lender, and the infographic is branded with real estate agent Paul Garrison’s contact details.

What You Need To Know About Pre-Approval

Before you even start looking at homes, there’s something you should do first – and that’s get pre-approved for your mortgage. Pre-approval is when a lender checks your finances and decides how much you’re qualified to borrow for your home loan. This helps you determine your budget and makes your offer stand out for sellers. Connect with a trusted lender to get the process...

Breaking Into the Market: Smart Moves for First-Time Buyers

Breaking Into the Market: Smart Moves for First-Time Buyers

If you’re like a lot of aspiring homebuyers, there’s a major hurdle standing in your way — the cost of living. From groceries to gas, eggs, and just about everything else, prices have gone up. And that rings true for home prices, too. But even when everything feels expensive, there are still ways to make homeownership more than an item on your wish list. You may just need to think about where you...

How To Avoid Today's Top Seller Mistakes

How To Avoid Today’s Top Seller Mistakes (Infographic)

Want to know some of the top mistakes sellers are making today and how to make sure they don’t happen to you too? The biggest missteps are pricing a house too high, skipping repairs, not being objective, and not being willing to negotiate. And the best way to avoid falling into any of these traps is to partner with a trusted real estate agent who knows exactly what to do. Let’s connect so you have...

The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House

The Number One Mistake Sellers Are Making: Overpricing Their House

In today's housing market, many sellers are making a critical mistake: overpricing their houses. This common error can lead to a home sitting on the market for a long time without any offers. And when that happens, the homeowner may have to drop their asking price to try to re-ignite buyer interest. Data from Realtor.com shows the number of homeowners realizing this mistake and doing a price...

Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

Things To Avoid After Applying for a Mortgage [INFOGRAPHIC]

There are a few key things you’ll want to avoid after applying for a mortgage to make sure you’re in the best position when you get to the closing table. Don’t change bank accounts, apply for new credit, make any large purchases or transfers, and don’t co-sign loans for anyone. Here’s a good rule of thumb. Always connect with your loan officer before making any financial decisions once you’ve...

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