6 Things Buyers do to Mess Up Their Home Purchase Having sold homes in and around Indianapolis for many years, occasionally we’ve seen buyers do something crazy that jeopardizes their chance to buy a new home, even though their agent and loan officer should have warned them in advance. So here are some reminders! If … Continued
So you’ve found the “perfect place”, it’s gorgeous and appears to be in flawless condition — what could possibly be wrong? Hold on — back up the bus — wait a dog on minute…! There could be issues lurking behind that pretty face. So when making your offer, don’t forget the Home Inspection contingency! … Continued
Recent Seller Question: “What expenses should I expect when selling my Indiana home and how much money will I actually walk away with when it’s all said and done?” Great Question! Isn’t this what everyone really wants to know? There are several different expenses involved when selling a house in Indianapolis or throughout Indiana. Some … Continued
Recent Seller Question: “Help! I’ve never sold a house before. Where do I start? What are the steps in the process?” Great Question! There are 100’s of steps involved in the home sale process and no two transactions are exactly alike. To give you a general idea of what to expect, we’ve put together a … Continued
Considering buying your first Indianapolis area home? Then you may also be wondering how high your credit score needs to be or when you’ll be ready. We recently received a similar question from a first time buyer: “We are looking to buy a home here in a couple years and were wondering if you could … Continued
So what’s the difference between a Buyer’s Market and a Seller’s Market? Should I care? Like most professions, real estate has its own vocabulary and to those not “in the business” at times, it may seem like a foreign language! There has been a lot of press about a “Seller’s Market” in Indianapolis. What does … Continued
It’s been a while since Indianapolis has seen a seller’s market. How does this affect buyers? Inventory is low and they are fighting over homes. Have you heard the recent horror stories? Buyers who missed out on one or even several great homes due to multiple offers or sales that happened so quickly they didn’t even … Continued
Whether to buy a home in Greenwood or have one built is yet another decision to make during the home-buying process. If you decide to go with new construction, a real estate agent can be a powerful advocate in your corner as you negotiate upgrades, a move-in date and other terms with the home builder. … Continued
Here are our favorites! Buyers will be looking at all of the homes for sale in Indianapolis in price ranges and locations similar to yours. Some of the properties may even be new construction. It’s essential for your home to look its very best. We have walked homes with many, many buyers and understand what … Continued
Earnest money is a deposit you pay when you make an offer on a home—it’s a way to show the seller that you mean business. In Indiana, once the offer is accepted, the buyer’s Earnest Money check is cashed and deposited in a special account of the Listing Broker until closing when it is credited … Continued
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