If you have ever wondered why it’s better to work with an agent rather than listing “by owner,” you aren’t alone. Superficially, selling a home seems easy – until you…
When you buy a home, you are given a title to the property, which generally means you receive full legal ownership. Sometimes, there is a hidden mistake…
Title Insurance is a one time insurance policy that protects the buyer of real property from damages resulting from defects in the chain of title. This insurance assures that the…
Finding a mortgage these days, despite all the negative economic news we are hearing in the media, is easier than it has ever been.
Before you take the leap, though, there…
Purchasing a house may be a daunting task for anyone, especially for first time buyers. One of the complexities involved is to decide between a fixed or variable rate mortgage.…
One of the easiest ways to freshen up your home is with paint. If you're selling, painting your interior walls can give a great return on investment — a much…
Whether you are buying or selling, the language of real estate is often complex and confusing. Following is a plain-language explanation of commonly encountered real-estate-related lingo.
Title: Title to a property…
There are many variables associated with costs actually charged in a real estate closing. For instance, a cash deal can be much easier to close than one involving mortgage financing…
There are many variables associated with costs actually charged in a real estate closing. For instance, a cash deal can be much easier to close than one involving mortgage financing…
Many home sellers are due substantial money from the proceeds of a sale or are very concerned about having the money in their account as soon as possible. Be cautioned…
So you're moving on. Even though you've decided to sell, putting a price on years of happy times in your current home can be difficult. However, your…
There are many variables associated with costs actually charged in a real estate closing. For instance, a cash deal can be much easier to close than one involving mortgage financing…
If you're a senior, there could be many reasons to move from your family home. The house might be too big or cost too much to maintain, or the neighborhood…
Driver's License and/or Photo ID Marriage license (if applicable) Seminole Title Company will notify the buyer of the amount to bring to the closing. Wire transfer is the preferred way…
A Strategic Plan
Listing agents should present a marketing plan that includes the number of open houses (if any) that they will hold. Buyers' agents should outline where they'll be searching, and…
Title Insurance is a one time insurance policy that protects the buyer of real property from damages resulting from defects in the chain of title. This insurance assures that the…
When you purchase a title insurance policy through Seminole Title Company, you can feel secure in the fact that we will handle your transaction with the utmost responsibility and protect…
Spring-cleaning takes on an entirely new level of importance for those who intend to put their homes on the market. To attract buyers, it's very important to make a great…
Materials: Before you start to pack, have the following materials on hand...
Newspaper
Small, medium and large boxes
Cardboard
Bubble wrap
Styrofoam peanuts or popcorn
Packing tape
Rope
Large furniture pads
Towels and linens
Large and small plastic bags
The…
Condo living often elicits images of carefree weekends sitting beside the pool, but there are some
pros and cons to consider before making a purchase.
1. The Lifestyle Itself: One of the…
The home buying process can be stressful, particularly for first-time buyers. But even seasoned buyers can be disappointed when their first offer is rejected. Luckily, in real estate,…
Driver's License and/or Photo ID Marriage license (if applicable) Death Certificate (if applicable) Mortgage & Home Equity Loan Information (Including any checks or debit cards used to access an Equity…
Before you sign an agreement of sale, you might consider asking an attorney to look it over and tell you if it protects your interests. If you have already signed…
Poor Curb Appeal
Buyers won't even go inside if the outside of the house looks unappealing. So clean up your front yard by tidying plants and pulling up weeds. Make sure…
Frequently, the first person you consult about buying a home is a real estate agent or broker. Although real estate brokers provide helpful advice on many aspects of home buying,…
Deciding whether to purchase a fixer-upper or go with a home in need of fewer repairs isn’t
always simple.
Supplies, Labor and Time: Whether you do the job yourself or hire outside…
Materials: Before you start to pack, have the following materials on hand...
Newspaper
Small, medium and large boxes
Cardboard
Bubble wrap
Styrofoam peanuts or popcorn
Packing tape
Rope
Large furniture pads
Towels and linens
Large and small plastic bags
The…
Most people realize the necessity of hiring a real estate agent to sell a home, but they take an entirely different approach and opt to go it alone when buying,…
YES! When you buy a home, you want to be certain it's safely yours. But even the most diligent search of the public records could fail to disclose a number…
If it seems like short sales have suddenly exploded in the real estate arena, it’s not your imagination.
Once considered relatively rare, short sales have become a common phenomenon in the…
Title companies find and fix problems with the title in 25% of transactions - usually without the the borrower or lender even knowing it! In addition, title companies pay millions…
■ Hold the Escrow Deposit.
