Social Media Marketing Packages
KBJOnline can assist you in developing a custom strategic social media marketing campaign that leverages solutions on platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, blogs and other social community sites to achieve your marketing goals. Our services include consulting, training, technical set-up, content creation and social profile management.
Social Media Marketing Consulting
KBJOnline offers a full range of social media marketing consulting programs that can be customized to our client’s needs.
Our team of experts helps you measurably improve your online efficiency and results. From creating and implementing a robust launch plan, to social media optimization strategies for your current campaigns; our consulting will help you take your social marketing to the next level.
For complete details, go here: Social Media Consulting
Social Media Marketing Training
Putting the social media buzz about your business to work is challenging.
Even expert marketers, business owners and corporations are seeking exactly how to integrate, manage and interact on social networks. They want to know the best social marketing tools, how to set them up and what to do with them when they start putting that social strategy into practice. More importantly, they want to learn how to connect and measure things like “soft metrics,” shareability and influence and to understand how it all affects the bottom line.
This isn’t your mother’s marketing. You’ve heard the buzz on the news, seen signs in stores and links on commercials; now you need the right training from the experts on how to market and optimize your brand on the social web. KBJOnline offers a full array of social media optimization and online marketing training solutions for you.
Get expert training right here: Social Media Training
Social Media Marketing Technical Set-up & Design
Presentation is half the battle in social media marketing. You want to “wow” your audience with a great first impression.
Social media platforms are a lot like your car. You take your car to the mechanic to make sure the vehicle is running optimally. Likewise, you have your car detailed and presentable. Or, you have an auto body shop repair the car exterior so it doesn’t look dented, damaged or old.
We are your social media mechanics, detailers and auto body repair. We’ll set-up all the technical aspects of your social media platforms, and give them that shine through detailed graphics and visual presentation. Our team will also make sure that when you get in the driver’s seat, you and your passengers will feel comfortable and impressed. But wait, you need bells and whistles to make it purr like a champ and connect to your destinations. Opt-in forms, Twitter and YouTube tabs, you name it. We’ll have your passengers enjoying the ride and talking about you!
Find out how it all works right here: Technical Set-Up
Social Profile Creative & Content Direction
Look at any of the most-followed brands on social networks; some are big brand names and some are small companies. What do they all have in common? Creative direction! You must have a creative direction with your content on the social web. You have to engage, entertain and inform your audience to get attention and interaction with your brand.
At KBJOnline, creative direction and content creation is a specialty. Let us help you develop, design and create the content your customers will love.
Find out more here: Content Creation
Social Profile Management & Maintenance
Social media marketing can be quite overwhelming and time-consuming. After all, it is public relations, customer service, advertising, sales and marketing all rolled into one.
Wow! That is a lot of work, and you need the experts. At KBJOnline, we make social media marketing easy by managing your social profiles and online presence. Get the maximum value out of social media marketing today by letting us do the hard work for you.
Our monthly management packages are designed for clients who have completed an audit and technical set-up with KBJOnline or another company. We offer a one-time $100 discount off an audit or a tech set-up package when you sign up for monthly maintenance!
Don’t waste any more time flying by the seat of your social media pants. Find out more here: Social Profile Management
Partners
KBJOnline also works with expert consultants in:
* Search Engine Optimization
* WordPress Design & Programming
* Pay-per-click Advertising
* Email Marketing
* Copywriting
* Traditional PR & Marketing
* Graphic Design
* Video Editing
* Mobile & Location Marketing
Monday, March 28, 2011
lets get social
06-14-2010 03:57 AM #1 admin View Profile View Forum Posts Private Message Add as Contact Administrator -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Join Date:Jan 2009 Posts:927 Thanks:149 Thanked 4,717 Times in 490 Posts [GET] Just Launched June 11th - My Gift To You - Ryan Deiss' Lets Get Social Here you go, just released June 11th. I get tons of value from this place so I wanted to get this here right away. It's Ryan Deiss's Let's Get Social Program to become a social media manager. For those interested in offline consulting, this is another approach. You'll need the S3 Ripper Salespage Code: http://www.letsgetsocial.com/video/S3 Bucket Code: letsgetsocialHere is a working link for the S3 Ripper Code: http://wiggle.me/downloads/S3RipperSetup.exeCode: http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/Interview/RyanDeiss-KateBuck.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/Interview/SocialMediaManager.pdf http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Demos/Moduel-4/04-AutoPosting-Demo.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Demos/Moduel-4/04-Facebook.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Demos/Moduel-4/04-Follow-Unfollow-on-Twitter.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Demos/Moduel-4/04-Monitoring.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Demos/Moduel-4/04-Using-SocialOomph.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Demos/Module-2/02-Twitter-Demo.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Demos/Module-2/02-Wordpress-Demo.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/Insider-Interviews/DrDaisyInterviewEdit.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m1intro/01 -Introduction.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m1intro/01 -Introduction.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m1intro/Handout1-Intro.pdf http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m2brandingyou/02 - Branding You.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m2brandingyou/02-Branding-You.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m2brandingyou/02-Wordpress-Demo.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m2brandingyou/Handout2-Branding.pdf http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m2brandingyou/social_networking_iconpack.zip http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m3serviceofferings/03 - Service Offerings.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m3serviceofferings/03-Service-Offerings.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m3serviceofferings/Handout3-Service.pdf http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m4doingthework/04 - Doing The Work.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m4doingthework/04-Doing-The-Work.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m4doingthework/Handout4-WorkDemo.pdf http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m5findingclients/05 - Finding Clients.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m5findingclients/05-Finding-Clients.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m5findingclients/Handout5-Client.pdf http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m6billing/06 - Billing Record Keeping.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m6billing/06-Billing-Record-Keeping.mp3 http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m6billing/Handout6-Billing.pdf http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/m6billing/client_forms.zip http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/member/module-1/mod1-ld.flv http://letsgetsocial.s3.amazonaws.com/mod-1-ld.flv
Sunday, March 27, 2011
Friday, March 25, 2011
6 biggest mistakes homebuyers make in todays market
6 Things You Must Know Before You Buy
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"Subtle changes in the way you approach mortgage shopping, and even small differences in the way you structure your mortgage, can literally cost or save you thousands of dollars and years of expense."
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Mortgage Regulations Have Changed . . .
Mortgage regulations have changed significantly over the last few years making your options wider than ever. Subtle changes in the way you approach mortgage shopping and even the small differences in the way you structure your mortgage can literally cost or save you thousands of dollars and years of expense.
Get the Right Information
Whether you are about to buy your first home, or are planning to make a move to your next home, it is critical that you inform yourself about the factors involved.
Industry research has revealed 6 common mistakes that most homebuyers make when mortgage shopping and they can have a significant impact on the outcome of this critical negotiation. If handled correctly, these issues could result in a mortgage that will cost you less over a shorter period of time.
6 Things You Must Know Before Obtaining a Mortgage
Before you commit your hard earned dollars to monthly mortgage payments, consider these 6 issues. Effective consideration of these important areas can make your payments work much harder for you.
1. You can, and should, get pre-approved for a mortgage before you go looking for a home
Pre-approval is easy, and can give you complete peace-of-mind when shopping for your home. Your local lending institution can provide you with written pre-approval for you at no cost and no obligation, and be done quite easily over-the-phone. More than just a verbal approval from your lending institution, a written pre-approval is as good as money in the bank. It entails a completed credit application and a certificate, which guarantees you a mortgage to the specified level when you find the home you’re looking for.
2. Know what monthly dollar amount you feel comfortable committing to
When you discuss mortgage pre-approval with your lending institution, find out what level you qualify for and also pre-assess for yourself what monthly dollar amount you feel comfortable committing to. Your situation may give you a pre-approval amount that is higher (or lower) than the amount of money you would want to pay out each month. By working back and forth with your lending institution to determine what this monthly amount is, and what value of home this translates into at today’s rates, you won’t waste time looking at homes that are not in your price range.
3. You should be thinking about your long term goals and expected situation, to determine the type of mortgage that will best suit your needs
There are a number of questions you should be asking yourself before you commit to a certain type of mortgage; How long do you think you will own this home? What direction are interest rates going in and how quickly? Is your income expected to change (up or down) in the near term, impacting how much money you can afford to pay to your mortgage? The answers to these and other questions will help you determine the most appropriate mortgage you should be seeking.
4. Make sure you understand what prepayment privileges and payment frequency options are available to you
More frequent payments (for example weekly or biweekly) can literally shave years off your mortgage. By simply structuring your payments so that they come out more frequently, it will significantly lessen the amount of interest that you will be charged over the term.
For the same reason, authorized pre-payment of a certain percentage of your mortgage, or an increase in the amount you pay monthly, will have a major impact on the number of years you will have to pay and could shorten your payment term considerably.
These two payment options can cut years off your mortgage, and save you thousands of dollars in interest. However, not every mortgage has these pre-payment privileges built in, so make sure you ask the proper questions.
5. Ask if your mortgage is both portable and/or assumable
A portable mortgage, where available, is one that you can carry with you when you buy your next home and avoid paying any discharge penalties. This means that you will not have to go through the entire mortgage process again unless you are making a move up to a much more expensive home.
An assumable mortgage is one that the buyer for your home can take over when you move to your next home. This can be a very powerful tool at the negotiating table, making it much easier and more desirable for a buyer to buy your home, and again saves you any discharge penalties.
6.You should seriously consider dealing with a Mortgage Expert
Consider dealing only with a professional who specializes in mortgages. Enlisting their services can make a significant difference in the cost and effectiveness of the mortgage you obtain. For example they can make the process faster thereby avoiding costly delays. Typically there is no cost or obligation to inquire.
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"Subtle changes in the way you approach mortgage shopping, and even small differences in the way you structure your mortgage, can literally cost or save you thousands of dollars and years of expense."
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Mortgage Regulations Have Changed . . .
Mortgage regulations have changed significantly over the last few years making your options wider than ever. Subtle changes in the way you approach mortgage shopping and even the small differences in the way you structure your mortgage can literally cost or save you thousands of dollars and years of expense.
Get the Right Information
Whether you are about to buy your first home, or are planning to make a move to your next home, it is critical that you inform yourself about the factors involved.
Industry research has revealed 6 common mistakes that most homebuyers make when mortgage shopping and they can have a significant impact on the outcome of this critical negotiation. If handled correctly, these issues could result in a mortgage that will cost you less over a shorter period of time.
6 Things You Must Know Before Obtaining a Mortgage
Before you commit your hard earned dollars to monthly mortgage payments, consider these 6 issues. Effective consideration of these important areas can make your payments work much harder for you.
1. You can, and should, get pre-approved for a mortgage before you go looking for a home
Pre-approval is easy, and can give you complete peace-of-mind when shopping for your home. Your local lending institution can provide you with written pre-approval for you at no cost and no obligation, and be done quite easily over-the-phone. More than just a verbal approval from your lending institution, a written pre-approval is as good as money in the bank. It entails a completed credit application and a certificate, which guarantees you a mortgage to the specified level when you find the home you’re looking for.
2. Know what monthly dollar amount you feel comfortable committing to
When you discuss mortgage pre-approval with your lending institution, find out what level you qualify for and also pre-assess for yourself what monthly dollar amount you feel comfortable committing to. Your situation may give you a pre-approval amount that is higher (or lower) than the amount of money you would want to pay out each month. By working back and forth with your lending institution to determine what this monthly amount is, and what value of home this translates into at today’s rates, you won’t waste time looking at homes that are not in your price range.
3. You should be thinking about your long term goals and expected situation, to determine the type of mortgage that will best suit your needs
There are a number of questions you should be asking yourself before you commit to a certain type of mortgage; How long do you think you will own this home? What direction are interest rates going in and how quickly? Is your income expected to change (up or down) in the near term, impacting how much money you can afford to pay to your mortgage? The answers to these and other questions will help you determine the most appropriate mortgage you should be seeking.
4. Make sure you understand what prepayment privileges and payment frequency options are available to you
More frequent payments (for example weekly or biweekly) can literally shave years off your mortgage. By simply structuring your payments so that they come out more frequently, it will significantly lessen the amount of interest that you will be charged over the term.
For the same reason, authorized pre-payment of a certain percentage of your mortgage, or an increase in the amount you pay monthly, will have a major impact on the number of years you will have to pay and could shorten your payment term considerably.
These two payment options can cut years off your mortgage, and save you thousands of dollars in interest. However, not every mortgage has these pre-payment privileges built in, so make sure you ask the proper questions.
5. Ask if your mortgage is both portable and/or assumable
A portable mortgage, where available, is one that you can carry with you when you buy your next home and avoid paying any discharge penalties. This means that you will not have to go through the entire mortgage process again unless you are making a move up to a much more expensive home.
An assumable mortgage is one that the buyer for your home can take over when you move to your next home. This can be a very powerful tool at the negotiating table, making it much easier and more desirable for a buyer to buy your home, and again saves you any discharge penalties.
6.You should seriously consider dealing with a Mortgage Expert
Consider dealing only with a professional who specializes in mortgages. Enlisting their services can make a significant difference in the cost and effectiveness of the mortgage you obtain. For example they can make the process faster thereby avoiding costly delays. Typically there is no cost or obligation to inquire.
13 Extra Cost to be aware of when buying a home
13 Extra Costs to be Aware of Before Buying a Home
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"The last thing you need are unbudgeted financial obligations cropping up hours before you take possession of your new home."
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Whether you're looking to buy your first home, or trading up to a larger one, there are many costs - on top of the purchase price - that you must figure into your calculation of affordability. These extra fees, such as taxes and other additional costs, could surprise you with an unwanted financial nightmare on closing day if you're not informed and prepared.
Some of these costs are one-time fixed payments, while others represent an ongoing monthly or yearly commitment. Not all of these costs will apply in every situation, however it's better to know about them ahead of time so you can budget properly.
Remember, buying a home is a major milestone. Whether it's your first, second or tenth home, there are many important details to address, during the process. The last thing you need are unbudgeted financial obligations cropping up hours before you take possession of your new home.
Read through the following checklist to make sure you're budgeting properly for your next move.
1. Appraisal Fee
Your lending institution may request an appraisal of the property which would be your responsibility to pay for. Appraisals can vary in price from approximately $175 -$ 300.
2. Property Taxes
Depending on your down payment, your lending institution may decide to include your property taxes in your monthly mortgage payments. If your property taxes are not added to your monthly payments, your lending institution may require annual proof that your taxes have been paid.
3. Survey Fee
When the home you purchase is a resale (vs. a new home), your lending institution may ask for an updated property survey. The cost for this survey can vary between $700- $1,000.
4. Property Insurance
Home insurance covers the replacement value of your home (structure and contents). Your lending institution will request proof that you are insured as it protects their investment on the loan.
5. Service Charges
Any new utility that services your hook up, such as telephone or cable, may require an installation fee.
6. Legal Fees
Even the simplest of home purchases should have a lawyer involved to review all paperwork. Shop around, as rates vary greatly depending on the complexity of the issues and the experience of the lawyer.
7. Mortgage Loan Insurance Fee
Depending upon the equity in your home, some mortgages require mortgage loan insurance. This type of insurance will cost you between 0.5% -3.5% of the total amount of the mortgage. Usually payments are made monthly in addition to your mortgage and tax payment.
8. Mortgage Brokers Fee
A mortgage broker is entitled to charge you a fee in order to source a lender and organize the financing. However, it pays to shop around because many mortgage brokers will provide their services free to you by having the lending institution absorb the cost.
9. Moving Costs
The cost for a professional mover can cost you in the range of:
$50-$100/hour for a van and 3 movers, and
10-20% higher during peak demand seasons.
10. Maintenance Fees
Condos charge monthly fees for common area maintenance such as grounds keeping and carpet cleaning in hallways. Costs will vary depending on the building.
11. Water Quality and Quality Certification
If the home you purchased is serviced by a well, you should consider having your water checked by your local experts. Where you live determines whether or not a fee is charged to certify the quantity and quality of the water.
12. Local Improvements
If the town you live in has made local improvements (such as the addition of sewers or sidewalks), it could impact a property's taxes by thousands of dollars.
13. Land Transfer Tax
This tax is applied whenever property changes hands and the amount that is applied can vary
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"The last thing you need are unbudgeted financial obligations cropping up hours before you take possession of your new home."
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Whether you're looking to buy your first home, or trading up to a larger one, there are many costs - on top of the purchase price - that you must figure into your calculation of affordability. These extra fees, such as taxes and other additional costs, could surprise you with an unwanted financial nightmare on closing day if you're not informed and prepared.
Some of these costs are one-time fixed payments, while others represent an ongoing monthly or yearly commitment. Not all of these costs will apply in every situation, however it's better to know about them ahead of time so you can budget properly.
Remember, buying a home is a major milestone. Whether it's your first, second or tenth home, there are many important details to address, during the process. The last thing you need are unbudgeted financial obligations cropping up hours before you take possession of your new home.
Read through the following checklist to make sure you're budgeting properly for your next move.
1. Appraisal Fee
Your lending institution may request an appraisal of the property which would be your responsibility to pay for. Appraisals can vary in price from approximately $175 -$ 300.
2. Property Taxes
Depending on your down payment, your lending institution may decide to include your property taxes in your monthly mortgage payments. If your property taxes are not added to your monthly payments, your lending institution may require annual proof that your taxes have been paid.
3. Survey Fee
When the home you purchase is a resale (vs. a new home), your lending institution may ask for an updated property survey. The cost for this survey can vary between $700- $1,000.
4. Property Insurance
Home insurance covers the replacement value of your home (structure and contents). Your lending institution will request proof that you are insured as it protects their investment on the loan.
5. Service Charges
Any new utility that services your hook up, such as telephone or cable, may require an installation fee.
6. Legal Fees
Even the simplest of home purchases should have a lawyer involved to review all paperwork. Shop around, as rates vary greatly depending on the complexity of the issues and the experience of the lawyer.
7. Mortgage Loan Insurance Fee
Depending upon the equity in your home, some mortgages require mortgage loan insurance. This type of insurance will cost you between 0.5% -3.5% of the total amount of the mortgage. Usually payments are made monthly in addition to your mortgage and tax payment.
8. Mortgage Brokers Fee
A mortgage broker is entitled to charge you a fee in order to source a lender and organize the financing. However, it pays to shop around because many mortgage brokers will provide their services free to you by having the lending institution absorb the cost.
9. Moving Costs
The cost for a professional mover can cost you in the range of:
$50-$100/hour for a van and 3 movers, and
10-20% higher during peak demand seasons.
10. Maintenance Fees
Condos charge monthly fees for common area maintenance such as grounds keeping and carpet cleaning in hallways. Costs will vary depending on the building.
11. Water Quality and Quality Certification
If the home you purchased is serviced by a well, you should consider having your water checked by your local experts. Where you live determines whether or not a fee is charged to certify the quantity and quality of the water.
12. Local Improvements
If the town you live in has made local improvements (such as the addition of sewers or sidewalks), it could impact a property's taxes by thousands of dollars.
13. Land Transfer Tax
This tax is applied whenever property changes hands and the amount that is applied can vary
9 buyer traps that cost homebuyers thousands in todays market
9 Buyer Traps and How to Avoid Them
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"A systemized approach to the home buying process can help you steer clear of these common traps, allowing you to not only cut costs, but also secure the home that's best for you."
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No matter which way you look at it, buying a home is a major investment. But for many homebuyers, it can be an even more expensive process than it needs to be since they fall prey to at least a few of the many common and costly mistakes which trap them into either:
paying too much for the home they want, or
losing their dream home to another buyer or,
(worse) buying the wrong home for their needs.
A systemized approach to the home buying process can help you steer clear of these common traps, allowing you to not only cut costs, but also secure the home that's best for you.
9 Buyer Traps
This important report discusses the 9 most common and costly homebuyer traps, how to identify them, and what you can do to avoid them:
1. Bidding Blind
What price should you offer when you bid on a home? Is the seller's asking price too high, or does it represent a great deal. If you fail to research the market in order to understand what comparable homes are selling for, making your offer would be like bidding blind. Without this knowledge of market value, you could easily bid too much, or fail to make a competitive offer at all on an excellent value.
2. Buying the Wrong Home
What are you looking for in a home? A simple enough question, but the answer can be quite complex. More often than not, buyers have been swept up in the emotion and excitement of the buying process only to find themselves the owner of a home that is either too big or too small. Maybe they're stuck with a longer than desired commute to work, or a dozen more fix-ups than they really want to deal with now that the excitement has died down. Take the time upfront to clearly define your wants and needs. Put it in writing and then use it as a yard stick with which to measure every home you look at.
3. Unclear Title
Make sure very early on in the negotiation that you will own your new home free and clear by having a title search completed. The last thing you want to discover when you're in the back stretch of a transaction is that there are encumbrances on the property such as tax liens, undisclosed owners, easements, leases or the like.
4. Inaccurate Survey
As part of your offer to purchase, make sure you request an updated property survey which clearly marks your boundaries. If the survey is not current, you may find that there are structural changes that are not shown (e.g. additions to the house, a new swimming pool, a neighbor's new fence which is extending a boundary line, etc.). Be very clear on these issues.
5. Undisclosed Fix-ups
Don't expect every seller to own up to every physical detail that will need to be attended to. Both you and the seller are out to maximize your investment. Ensure that you conduct a thorough inspection of the home early in the process. Consider hiring an independent inspector to objectively view the home inside and out, and make the final contract contingent upon this inspector's report. This inspector should be able to give you a report of any item that needs to be fixed with associated, approximate cost.
6. Not Getting Mortgage Pre-approval
Pre-approval is fast, easy and free. When you have a pre-approved mortgage, you can shop for your home with a greater sense of freedom and security, knowing that the money will be there when you find the home of your dreams.
7. Contract Misses
If a seller fails to comply to the letter of the contract by neglecting to attend to some repair issues, or changing the spirit of the agreement in some way, this could delay the final closing and settlement. Agree ahead of time on a dollar amount for an escrow fund to cover items that the seller fails to follow through on. Prepare a list of agreed issues, walk through them, and check them off one by one.
8. Hidden Costs
Make sure you identify and uncover all costs - large and small - far enough ahead of time. When a transaction closes, you will sometimes find fees for this or that sneaking through after the “sub”-total fees such as loan disbursement charges, underwriting fees etc. Understand these in advance by having your lender project total charges for you in writing.
9. Rushing the Closing
Take your time during this critical part of the process, and insist on seeing all paperwork the day before you sign. Make sure this documentation perfectly reflects your understanding of the transaction, and that nothing has been added or subtracted. Is the interest rate right? Is everything covered? If you rush this process on the day of closing, you may run into a last minute snag that you can't fix without compromising the terms of the deal, the financing, or even the sale itself.
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"A systemized approach to the home buying process can help you steer clear of these common traps, allowing you to not only cut costs, but also secure the home that's best for you."
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
No matter which way you look at it, buying a home is a major investment. But for many homebuyers, it can be an even more expensive process than it needs to be since they fall prey to at least a few of the many common and costly mistakes which trap them into either:
paying too much for the home they want, or
losing their dream home to another buyer or,
(worse) buying the wrong home for their needs.
A systemized approach to the home buying process can help you steer clear of these common traps, allowing you to not only cut costs, but also secure the home that's best for you.
9 Buyer Traps
This important report discusses the 9 most common and costly homebuyer traps, how to identify them, and what you can do to avoid them:
1. Bidding Blind
What price should you offer when you bid on a home? Is the seller's asking price too high, or does it represent a great deal. If you fail to research the market in order to understand what comparable homes are selling for, making your offer would be like bidding blind. Without this knowledge of market value, you could easily bid too much, or fail to make a competitive offer at all on an excellent value.
2. Buying the Wrong Home
What are you looking for in a home? A simple enough question, but the answer can be quite complex. More often than not, buyers have been swept up in the emotion and excitement of the buying process only to find themselves the owner of a home that is either too big or too small. Maybe they're stuck with a longer than desired commute to work, or a dozen more fix-ups than they really want to deal with now that the excitement has died down. Take the time upfront to clearly define your wants and needs. Put it in writing and then use it as a yard stick with which to measure every home you look at.
3. Unclear Title
Make sure very early on in the negotiation that you will own your new home free and clear by having a title search completed. The last thing you want to discover when you're in the back stretch of a transaction is that there are encumbrances on the property such as tax liens, undisclosed owners, easements, leases or the like.
4. Inaccurate Survey
As part of your offer to purchase, make sure you request an updated property survey which clearly marks your boundaries. If the survey is not current, you may find that there are structural changes that are not shown (e.g. additions to the house, a new swimming pool, a neighbor's new fence which is extending a boundary line, etc.). Be very clear on these issues.
5. Undisclosed Fix-ups
Don't expect every seller to own up to every physical detail that will need to be attended to. Both you and the seller are out to maximize your investment. Ensure that you conduct a thorough inspection of the home early in the process. Consider hiring an independent inspector to objectively view the home inside and out, and make the final contract contingent upon this inspector's report. This inspector should be able to give you a report of any item that needs to be fixed with associated, approximate cost.
6. Not Getting Mortgage Pre-approval
Pre-approval is fast, easy and free. When you have a pre-approved mortgage, you can shop for your home with a greater sense of freedom and security, knowing that the money will be there when you find the home of your dreams.
7. Contract Misses
If a seller fails to comply to the letter of the contract by neglecting to attend to some repair issues, or changing the spirit of the agreement in some way, this could delay the final closing and settlement. Agree ahead of time on a dollar amount for an escrow fund to cover items that the seller fails to follow through on. Prepare a list of agreed issues, walk through them, and check them off one by one.
8. Hidden Costs
Make sure you identify and uncover all costs - large and small - far enough ahead of time. When a transaction closes, you will sometimes find fees for this or that sneaking through after the “sub”-total fees such as loan disbursement charges, underwriting fees etc. Understand these in advance by having your lender project total charges for you in writing.
9. Rushing the Closing
Take your time during this critical part of the process, and insist on seeing all paperwork the day before you sign. Make sure this documentation perfectly reflects your understanding of the transaction, and that nothing has been added or subtracted. Is the interest rate right? Is everything covered? If you rush this process on the day of closing, you may run into a last minute snag that you can't fix without compromising the terms of the deal, the financing, or even the sale itself.
27 Tips To sell fast for top dollar
27 Tips You Should Know To Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar
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"...discover how to protect and capitalize on your most important investment.."
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Because your home may well be your largest asset, selling it is probably one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. To better understand the homeselling process, a guide has been prepared from current industry insider reports. Through these 27 tips you will discover how to protect and capitalize on your most important investment, reduce stress, be in control of your situation, and make the most profit possible.
1. Understand Why You Are Selling Your Home
Your motivation to sell is the determining factor as to how you will approach the process. It affects everything from what you set your asking price at to how much time, money and effort you're willing to invest in order to prepare your home for sale. For example, if your goal is for a quick sale, this would determine one approach. If you want to maximize your profit, the sales process might take longer thus determining a different approach.
2. Keep the Reason(s) You are Selling to Yourself
The reason(s) you are selling your home will affect the way you negotiate its sale. By keeping this to yourself you don't provide ammunition to your prospective buyers. For example, should they learn that you must move quickly, you could be placed at a disadvantage in the negotiation process. When asked, simply say that your housing needs have changed. Remember, the reason( s) you are selling is only for you to know .
3. Before Setting a Price - Do Your Homework
When you set your price, you make buyers aware of the absolute maximum they have to pay for your home. As a seller, you will want to get a selling price as close to the list price as possible. If you start out by pricing too high you run the risk of not being taken seriously by buyers and their agents. If you are pricing too low it can result in selling for much less than you were hoping for.
Setting Your Home's Sale Price
If You Live in a Subdivision - If your home is comprised of similar or identical floor plans, built in the same period, simply look at recent sales in your neighborhood subdivision to give you a good idea of what your home is worth.
If You Live in An Older Neighborhood - As neighborhoods change over time each home may be different in minor or substantial ways and you will probably find that there aren't many homes truly comparable to yourown. In this case you may want to consider seeking a Realtor ® to help you with the pricing process.
If You Decide to Sell On Your Own - A good way to establish a value is to look at homes that have sold in your neighborhood within the past 6 months, including those now on the market. This is how prospective buyers will assess the worth of your home. Also a trip to City Hall can provide you with home sale information in its public records, for most communities.
4. Do Some "Home Shopping" Yourself
The best way to learn about your competition and discover what turns buyers off is to check out other open houses. Note floor plans, condition, appearance, size of lot, location and other features. Particularly note, not only the asking prices but what they are actually selling for. Remember, if you're serious about getting your home sold fast, don't price it higher than your neighbor's.
5. When Getting an Appraisal is a Benefit
Sometimes a good appraisal can be a benefit in marketing your home. Getting an appraisal is a good way to let prospective buyers know that your home can be financed. However, an appraisal does cost money, has a limited life, and there's no guarantee you'll like the figure you hear.
6. Tax Assessments - What They Really Mean
Some people think that tax assessments are a way of evaluating a home. The difficulty here is that assessments are based on a number of criteria that may not be related to property values, so they may not necessarily reflect your home's true value.
7. Deciding Upon a Realtor®
According to the National Association of Realtors, nearly two-thirds of the people surveyed who sell their own homes say they wouldn't do it again themselves. Primary reasons included setting a price, marketing handicaps, liability concerns, and time constraints. When deciding upon a Realtor® , consider two or three. Be as wary of quotes that are too low as those that are too high.
All Realtors® are not the same! A professional Realtor® knows the market and has information on past sales, current listings, a marketing plan, and will provide their background and references. Evaluate each candidate carefully on the basis of their experience, qualifications, enthusiasm and personality. Be sure you choose someone that you trust and feel confident that they will do a good job on your behalf.
If you choose to sell on your own, you can still talk to a Realtor®. Many are more than willing to help do-it-your-selfers with paperwork, contracts, etc. and should problems arise, you now have someone you can readily call upon.
8. Ensure You Have Room to Negotiate
Before settling on your asking price make sure you leave yourself enough room in which to bargain. For example, set your lowest and highest selling price. Then check your priorities to know if you'll price high to maximize your profit or price closer to market value if you want sell quickly.
9. Appearances Do Matter - Make them Count!
Appearance is so critical that it would be unwise to ignore this when selling your home. The look and "feel" of your home will generate a greater emotional response than any other factor. Prospective buyers react to what they see, hear, feel, and smell even though you may have priced your home to sell.
10. Invite the Honest Opinions of Others
The biggest mistake you can make at this point is to rely solely on your own judgment. Don't be shy about seeking the honest opinions of others. You need to be objective about your home's good points as well as bad. Fortunately, your Realtor® will be unabashed about discussing what should be done to make your home more marketable.
11. Get it Spic n' Span Clean and Fix Everything, Even If It Seems Insignificant
Scrub, scour, tidy up, straighten, get rid of the clutter, declare war on dust, repair squeaks, the light switch that doesn't work, and the tiny crack in the bathroom mirror because these can be deal-killers and you'll never know what turns buyers off. Remember, you're not just competing with other resale homes, but brand-new ones as well.
12. Allow Prospective Buyers to Visualize Themselves in Your Home
The last thing you want prospective buyers to feel when viewing your home is that they may be intruding into someone's life. Avoid clutter such as too many knick-knacks, etc. Decorate in neutral colors, like white or beige and place a few carefully chosen items to add warmth and character. You can enhance the attractiveness of your home with a well-placed vase of flowers or potpourri in the bathroom. Home-decor magazines are great for tips.
13. Deal Killer Odors - Must Go!
You may not realize but odd smells like traces of food, pets and smoking odors can kill deals quickly. If prospective buyers know you have a dog, or that you smoke, they'll start being aware of odors and seeing stains that may not even exist. Don't leave any clues.
14. Be a Smart Seller - Disclose Everything
Smart sellers are proactive in disclosing all known defects to their buyers in writing. This can reduce liability and prevent lawsuits later on.
15. It's Better With More Prospects
When you maximize your home's marketability, you will most likely attract more than one prospective buyer. It is much better to have several buyers because they will compete with each other; a single buyer will end up competing with you.
16. Keep Emotions in Check During Negotiations
Let go of the emotion you've invested in your home. Be detached, using a business-like manner in your negotiations. You'll definitely have an advantage over those who get caught up emotionally in the situation.
17. Learn Why Your Buyer is Motivated
The better you know your buyers the better you can use the negotiation process to your advantage. This allows you to control the pace and duration of the process.
As a rule, buyers are looking to purchase the best affordable property for the least amount of money. Knowing what motivates them enables you to negotiate more effectively. For example, does your buyer need to move quickly. Armed with this information you are in a better position to bargain.
18. What the Buyer Can Really Pay
As soon as possible, try to learn the amount of mortgage the buyer is qualified to carry and how much his/her down payment is. If their offer is low, ask their Realtor® about the buyer's ability to pay what your home is worth.
19. When the Buyer Would Like to Close
Quite often, when buyers would "like" to close is when they need to close. Knowledge of their deadlines for completing negotiations again creates a negotiating advantage for you.
20. Never Sign a Deal on Your Next Home Until You Sell Your Current Home
Beware of closing on your new home while you're still making mortgage payments on the old one or you might end up becoming a seller who is eager (even desperate) for the first deal that comes along.
21. Moving Out Before You Sell Can Put You at a Disadvantage
It has been proven that it's more difficult to sell a home that is vacant because it becomes forlorn looking, forgotten, no longer an appealing sight. Buyers start getting the message that you have a another home and are probably motivated to sell. This could cost you thousands of dollars.
22. Deadlines Create A Serious Disadvantage
Don't try to sell by a certain date. This adds unnecessary pressure and is a serious disadvantage in negotiations.
23. A Low Offer - Don't Take It Personally
Invariably the initial offer is below what both you and the buyer knows he'll pay for your property. Don't be upset, evaluate the offer objectively. Ensure it spells out the offering price, sufficient deposit, amount of down payment, mortgage amount, a closing date and any special requests. This can simply provide a starting point from which you can negotiate.
24. Turn That Low Offer Around
You can counter a low offer or even an offer that’s just under your asking price. This lets the buyer know that the first offer isn’t seen as being a serious one. Now you’ll be negotiating only with buyers with serious offers.
25. Maybe the Buyer's Not Qualified
If you feel an offer is inadequate, now is the time to make sure the buyer is qualified to carry the size of mortgage the deal requires. Inquire how they arrived at their figure, and suggest they compare your price to the prices of homes for sale in your neighborhood.
26. Ensure the Contract is Complete
To avoid problems, ensure that all terms, costs and responsibilities are spelled out in the contract of sale. It should include such items as the date it was made, names of parties involved, address of property being sold, purchase price, where deposit monies will be held, date for loan approval, date and place of closing, type of deed, including any contingencies that remain to be settled and what personal property is included (or not) in the sale.
27. Resist Deviating From the Contract
For example, if the buyer requests a move-in prior to closing, just say no and that you’ve been advised against it. Now is not the time to take any chances of the deal falling through
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"...discover how to protect and capitalize on your most important investment.."
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Because your home may well be your largest asset, selling it is probably one of the most important decisions you will make in your life. To better understand the homeselling process, a guide has been prepared from current industry insider reports. Through these 27 tips you will discover how to protect and capitalize on your most important investment, reduce stress, be in control of your situation, and make the most profit possible.
1. Understand Why You Are Selling Your Home
Your motivation to sell is the determining factor as to how you will approach the process. It affects everything from what you set your asking price at to how much time, money and effort you're willing to invest in order to prepare your home for sale. For example, if your goal is for a quick sale, this would determine one approach. If you want to maximize your profit, the sales process might take longer thus determining a different approach.
2. Keep the Reason(s) You are Selling to Yourself
The reason(s) you are selling your home will affect the way you negotiate its sale. By keeping this to yourself you don't provide ammunition to your prospective buyers. For example, should they learn that you must move quickly, you could be placed at a disadvantage in the negotiation process. When asked, simply say that your housing needs have changed. Remember, the reason( s) you are selling is only for you to know .
3. Before Setting a Price - Do Your Homework
When you set your price, you make buyers aware of the absolute maximum they have to pay for your home. As a seller, you will want to get a selling price as close to the list price as possible. If you start out by pricing too high you run the risk of not being taken seriously by buyers and their agents. If you are pricing too low it can result in selling for much less than you were hoping for.
Setting Your Home's Sale Price
If You Live in a Subdivision - If your home is comprised of similar or identical floor plans, built in the same period, simply look at recent sales in your neighborhood subdivision to give you a good idea of what your home is worth.
If You Live in An Older Neighborhood - As neighborhoods change over time each home may be different in minor or substantial ways and you will probably find that there aren't many homes truly comparable to yourown. In this case you may want to consider seeking a Realtor ® to help you with the pricing process.
If You Decide to Sell On Your Own - A good way to establish a value is to look at homes that have sold in your neighborhood within the past 6 months, including those now on the market. This is how prospective buyers will assess the worth of your home. Also a trip to City Hall can provide you with home sale information in its public records, for most communities.
4. Do Some "Home Shopping" Yourself
The best way to learn about your competition and discover what turns buyers off is to check out other open houses. Note floor plans, condition, appearance, size of lot, location and other features. Particularly note, not only the asking prices but what they are actually selling for. Remember, if you're serious about getting your home sold fast, don't price it higher than your neighbor's.
5. When Getting an Appraisal is a Benefit
Sometimes a good appraisal can be a benefit in marketing your home. Getting an appraisal is a good way to let prospective buyers know that your home can be financed. However, an appraisal does cost money, has a limited life, and there's no guarantee you'll like the figure you hear.
6. Tax Assessments - What They Really Mean
Some people think that tax assessments are a way of evaluating a home. The difficulty here is that assessments are based on a number of criteria that may not be related to property values, so they may not necessarily reflect your home's true value.
7. Deciding Upon a Realtor®
According to the National Association of Realtors, nearly two-thirds of the people surveyed who sell their own homes say they wouldn't do it again themselves. Primary reasons included setting a price, marketing handicaps, liability concerns, and time constraints. When deciding upon a Realtor® , consider two or three. Be as wary of quotes that are too low as those that are too high.
All Realtors® are not the same! A professional Realtor® knows the market and has information on past sales, current listings, a marketing plan, and will provide their background and references. Evaluate each candidate carefully on the basis of their experience, qualifications, enthusiasm and personality. Be sure you choose someone that you trust and feel confident that they will do a good job on your behalf.
If you choose to sell on your own, you can still talk to a Realtor®. Many are more than willing to help do-it-your-selfers with paperwork, contracts, etc. and should problems arise, you now have someone you can readily call upon.
8. Ensure You Have Room to Negotiate
Before settling on your asking price make sure you leave yourself enough room in which to bargain. For example, set your lowest and highest selling price. Then check your priorities to know if you'll price high to maximize your profit or price closer to market value if you want sell quickly.
9. Appearances Do Matter - Make them Count!
Appearance is so critical that it would be unwise to ignore this when selling your home. The look and "feel" of your home will generate a greater emotional response than any other factor. Prospective buyers react to what they see, hear, feel, and smell even though you may have priced your home to sell.
10. Invite the Honest Opinions of Others
The biggest mistake you can make at this point is to rely solely on your own judgment. Don't be shy about seeking the honest opinions of others. You need to be objective about your home's good points as well as bad. Fortunately, your Realtor® will be unabashed about discussing what should be done to make your home more marketable.
11. Get it Spic n' Span Clean and Fix Everything, Even If It Seems Insignificant
Scrub, scour, tidy up, straighten, get rid of the clutter, declare war on dust, repair squeaks, the light switch that doesn't work, and the tiny crack in the bathroom mirror because these can be deal-killers and you'll never know what turns buyers off. Remember, you're not just competing with other resale homes, but brand-new ones as well.
12. Allow Prospective Buyers to Visualize Themselves in Your Home
The last thing you want prospective buyers to feel when viewing your home is that they may be intruding into someone's life. Avoid clutter such as too many knick-knacks, etc. Decorate in neutral colors, like white or beige and place a few carefully chosen items to add warmth and character. You can enhance the attractiveness of your home with a well-placed vase of flowers or potpourri in the bathroom. Home-decor magazines are great for tips.
13. Deal Killer Odors - Must Go!
You may not realize but odd smells like traces of food, pets and smoking odors can kill deals quickly. If prospective buyers know you have a dog, or that you smoke, they'll start being aware of odors and seeing stains that may not even exist. Don't leave any clues.
14. Be a Smart Seller - Disclose Everything
Smart sellers are proactive in disclosing all known defects to their buyers in writing. This can reduce liability and prevent lawsuits later on.
15. It's Better With More Prospects
When you maximize your home's marketability, you will most likely attract more than one prospective buyer. It is much better to have several buyers because they will compete with each other; a single buyer will end up competing with you.
16. Keep Emotions in Check During Negotiations
Let go of the emotion you've invested in your home. Be detached, using a business-like manner in your negotiations. You'll definitely have an advantage over those who get caught up emotionally in the situation.
17. Learn Why Your Buyer is Motivated
The better you know your buyers the better you can use the negotiation process to your advantage. This allows you to control the pace and duration of the process.
As a rule, buyers are looking to purchase the best affordable property for the least amount of money. Knowing what motivates them enables you to negotiate more effectively. For example, does your buyer need to move quickly. Armed with this information you are in a better position to bargain.
18. What the Buyer Can Really Pay
As soon as possible, try to learn the amount of mortgage the buyer is qualified to carry and how much his/her down payment is. If their offer is low, ask their Realtor® about the buyer's ability to pay what your home is worth.
19. When the Buyer Would Like to Close
Quite often, when buyers would "like" to close is when they need to close. Knowledge of their deadlines for completing negotiations again creates a negotiating advantage for you.
20. Never Sign a Deal on Your Next Home Until You Sell Your Current Home
Beware of closing on your new home while you're still making mortgage payments on the old one or you might end up becoming a seller who is eager (even desperate) for the first deal that comes along.
21. Moving Out Before You Sell Can Put You at a Disadvantage
It has been proven that it's more difficult to sell a home that is vacant because it becomes forlorn looking, forgotten, no longer an appealing sight. Buyers start getting the message that you have a another home and are probably motivated to sell. This could cost you thousands of dollars.
22. Deadlines Create A Serious Disadvantage
Don't try to sell by a certain date. This adds unnecessary pressure and is a serious disadvantage in negotiations.
23. A Low Offer - Don't Take It Personally
Invariably the initial offer is below what both you and the buyer knows he'll pay for your property. Don't be upset, evaluate the offer objectively. Ensure it spells out the offering price, sufficient deposit, amount of down payment, mortgage amount, a closing date and any special requests. This can simply provide a starting point from which you can negotiate.
24. Turn That Low Offer Around
You can counter a low offer or even an offer that’s just under your asking price. This lets the buyer know that the first offer isn’t seen as being a serious one. Now you’ll be negotiating only with buyers with serious offers.
25. Maybe the Buyer's Not Qualified
If you feel an offer is inadequate, now is the time to make sure the buyer is qualified to carry the size of mortgage the deal requires. Inquire how they arrived at their figure, and suggest they compare your price to the prices of homes for sale in your neighborhood.
26. Ensure the Contract is Complete
To avoid problems, ensure that all terms, costs and responsibilities are spelled out in the contract of sale. It should include such items as the date it was made, names of parties involved, address of property being sold, purchase price, where deposit monies will be held, date for loan approval, date and place of closing, type of deed, including any contingencies that remain to be settled and what personal property is included (or not) in the sale.
27. Resist Deviating From the Contract
For example, if the buyer requests a move-in prior to closing, just say no and that you’ve been advised against it. Now is not the time to take any chances of the deal falling through
7 Deadly Mistakes Homesellers Make When selling thier home
The 7 Deadly Mistakes Most Home Sellers Make
And the 9 Step System to sell your home fast and for top dollar
1. Failing to analyze why they are selling.
2. Not preparing their home for the buyer's eye.
3. Pricing their homes incorrectly.
4. Selling too hard during showings.
5. Signing a long-term listing agreement without a written performance guarantee.
6. Making it difficult for buyers to get information on their home.
7. Failing to obtain a pre-approved mortgage for one's next home
The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar
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The Real Estate Market Has Changed . . .
"Buyers are far more discriminating, and a large percentage of the homes listed for sale don't sell the first time. It's more critical than ever to learn what you need to know to avoid costly seller mistakes in order to sell your home fast and for the most amount of money.”
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Remember not so long ago, when you could make your fortune in real estate. It was nothing then to buy a home, wait a short while, and then sell it at a tidy profit.
And then do it all over again.
Well, as you probably know, times have changed. As good as the market is right now, home prices are still below what they were at their peak. Buyers are far more discriminating, and a large percentage of the homes listed for sale never sell. It's more critical than ever to learn what you need to know to avoid costly seller mistakes in order to sell your home fast and for the most amount of money.
The 7 Deadly Mistakes Most Home Sellers Make
Failing to analyze why they are selling.
Not preparing their home for the buyer's eye.
Pricing their homes incorrectly.
Selling too hard during showings.
Signing a long-term listing agreement without a written performance guarantee.
Making it difficult for buyers to get information on their home.
Failing to obtain a pre-approved mortgage for one's next home.
The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar
Selling your home is one of the most important steps in your life. This 9 step system will give you the tools you need to maximize your profits, maintain control, and reduce the stress that comes with the home selling process:
1. Know why you're selling, and keep it to yourself.
The reasons behind your decision to sell affect everything from setting a price to deciding how much time and money to invest in getting your home ready for sale. What's more important to you: the money you walk away with, or the length of time your property is on the market? Different goals will dictate different strategies.
However, don't reveal your motivation to anyone else or they may use it against you at the negotiating table. When asked, simply say that your housing needs have changed.
2. Do your homework before setting a price.
Settling on an offering price shouldn't be done lightly. Once you've set your price, you've told buyers the absolute maximum they have to pay for your home, but pricing too high is as dangerous as pricing too low. Remember that the average buyer is looking at 15-20 homes at the same time they are considering yours. This means that they have a basis of comparison, and if your home doesn't compare favorably with others in the price range you've set, you won't be taken seriously by prospects or agents. As a result, your home will sit on the market for a long time and, knowing this, new buyers on the market will think there must be something wrong with your home.
3. Do your homework.
(In fact, your agent should do this for you). Find out what homes in your own and similar neighborhoods have sold for in the past 6-12 months, and research what current homes are listed for. That's certainly how prospective buyers will assess the worth of your home.
4. Find a good real estate agent to represent your needs.
Nearly three-quarters of homeowners claim that they wouldn't use the same realtor who sold their last home. Dissatisfaction boils down to poor communication which results in not enough feedback, lower pricing and strained relations. Another FREE report entitled, "10 Questions to Ask Before You Hire an Agent” gives you the straight, to-the-point questions you should be asking when you interview agents who want to list your home. You can obtain a FREE copy of this report from my website.
5. Maximize your home's sales potential.
Each year, corporate North America spends billions on product and packaging design. Appearance is critical, and it would be foolish to ignore this when selling your home.
You may not be able to change your home's location or floor plan, but you can do a lot to improve its appearance. The look and feel of your home generates a greater emotional response than any other factor. Clean like you've never cleaned before. Pick up, straighten, unclutter, scrub, scour and dust. Fix everything, no matter how insignificant it may appear. Present your home to get a "wow" response from prospective buyers.
Allow the buyers to imagine themselves living in your home. The decision to buy a home is based on emotion, not logic. Prospective buyers want to try on your home just like they would a new suit of clothes. If you follow them around pointing out improvements or if your decor is so different that it's difficult for a buyer to strip it away in his or her mind, you make it difficult for them to feel comfortable enough to imagine themselves an owner.
6. Make it easy for prospects to get information on your home.
You may be surprised to know that some marketing tools that most agents use to sell homes (e.g. traditional open houses) are actually not very effective. In fact only 1% of homes are sold at an open house.
Furthermore, the prospects calling for information on your home probably value their time as much as you do. The last thing they want to be subjected to is either a game of telephone tag with an agent, or an unwanted sales pitch. Make sure the ads your agent places for your home are attached to a 24 hour prerecorded hotline with a specific ID# for your home which gives buyers access to detailed information about your property day or night 7 days a week without having to talk to anyone. It's been proven that 3 times as many buyers call for information on your home under this system. And remember, the more buyers you have competing for your home the better, because it sets up an auction-like atmosphere that puts you in the driver's seat.
7. Know your buyer.
In the negotiation process, your objective is to control the pace and set the duration. What is your buyer's motivation? Does s/he need to move quickly? Does s/he have enough money to pay you your asking price? Knowing this information gives you the upper hand in the negotiation because you know how far you can push to get what you want.
8. Make sure the contract is complete.
For your part as a seller, make sure you disclose everything. Smart sellers proactively go above and beyond the laws to disclose all known defects to their buyers in writing. If the buyer knows about a problem, s/he can't come back with a lawsuit later on.
Make sure all terms, costs and responsibilities are spelled out in the contract of sale, and resist the temptation to diverge from the contract. For example, if the buyer requests a move-in prior to closing, just say no. Now is not the time to take any chances of the deal falling through.
9. Don't move out before you sell.
Studies have shown that it is more difficult to sell a home that is vacant because it looks forlorn, forgotten, simply not appealing. It could even cost you thousands. If you move, you're also telling buyers that you have a new home and are probably highly motivated to sell fast. This, of course, will give them the advantage at the negotiating table
And the 9 Step System to sell your home fast and for top dollar
1. Failing to analyze why they are selling.
2. Not preparing their home for the buyer's eye.
3. Pricing their homes incorrectly.
4. Selling too hard during showings.
5. Signing a long-term listing agreement without a written performance guarantee.
6. Making it difficult for buyers to get information on their home.
7. Failing to obtain a pre-approved mortgage for one's next home
The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar
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The Real Estate Market Has Changed . . .
"Buyers are far more discriminating, and a large percentage of the homes listed for sale don't sell the first time. It's more critical than ever to learn what you need to know to avoid costly seller mistakes in order to sell your home fast and for the most amount of money.”
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Remember not so long ago, when you could make your fortune in real estate. It was nothing then to buy a home, wait a short while, and then sell it at a tidy profit.
And then do it all over again.
Well, as you probably know, times have changed. As good as the market is right now, home prices are still below what they were at their peak. Buyers are far more discriminating, and a large percentage of the homes listed for sale never sell. It's more critical than ever to learn what you need to know to avoid costly seller mistakes in order to sell your home fast and for the most amount of money.
The 7 Deadly Mistakes Most Home Sellers Make
Failing to analyze why they are selling.
Not preparing their home for the buyer's eye.
Pricing their homes incorrectly.
Selling too hard during showings.
Signing a long-term listing agreement without a written performance guarantee.
Making it difficult for buyers to get information on their home.
Failing to obtain a pre-approved mortgage for one's next home.
The 9 Step System to Get Your Home Sold Fast and For Top Dollar
Selling your home is one of the most important steps in your life. This 9 step system will give you the tools you need to maximize your profits, maintain control, and reduce the stress that comes with the home selling process:
1. Know why you're selling, and keep it to yourself.
The reasons behind your decision to sell affect everything from setting a price to deciding how much time and money to invest in getting your home ready for sale. What's more important to you: the money you walk away with, or the length of time your property is on the market? Different goals will dictate different strategies.
However, don't reveal your motivation to anyone else or they may use it against you at the negotiating table. When asked, simply say that your housing needs have changed.
2. Do your homework before setting a price.
Settling on an offering price shouldn't be done lightly. Once you've set your price, you've told buyers the absolute maximum they have to pay for your home, but pricing too high is as dangerous as pricing too low. Remember that the average buyer is looking at 15-20 homes at the same time they are considering yours. This means that they have a basis of comparison, and if your home doesn't compare favorably with others in the price range you've set, you won't be taken seriously by prospects or agents. As a result, your home will sit on the market for a long time and, knowing this, new buyers on the market will think there must be something wrong with your home.
3. Do your homework.
(In fact, your agent should do this for you). Find out what homes in your own and similar neighborhoods have sold for in the past 6-12 months, and research what current homes are listed for. That's certainly how prospective buyers will assess the worth of your home.
4. Find a good real estate agent to represent your needs.
Nearly three-quarters of homeowners claim that they wouldn't use the same realtor who sold their last home. Dissatisfaction boils down to poor communication which results in not enough feedback, lower pricing and strained relations. Another FREE report entitled, "10 Questions to Ask Before You Hire an Agent” gives you the straight, to-the-point questions you should be asking when you interview agents who want to list your home. You can obtain a FREE copy of this report from my website.
5. Maximize your home's sales potential.
Each year, corporate North America spends billions on product and packaging design. Appearance is critical, and it would be foolish to ignore this when selling your home.
You may not be able to change your home's location or floor plan, but you can do a lot to improve its appearance. The look and feel of your home generates a greater emotional response than any other factor. Clean like you've never cleaned before. Pick up, straighten, unclutter, scrub, scour and dust. Fix everything, no matter how insignificant it may appear. Present your home to get a "wow" response from prospective buyers.
Allow the buyers to imagine themselves living in your home. The decision to buy a home is based on emotion, not logic. Prospective buyers want to try on your home just like they would a new suit of clothes. If you follow them around pointing out improvements or if your decor is so different that it's difficult for a buyer to strip it away in his or her mind, you make it difficult for them to feel comfortable enough to imagine themselves an owner.
6. Make it easy for prospects to get information on your home.
You may be surprised to know that some marketing tools that most agents use to sell homes (e.g. traditional open houses) are actually not very effective. In fact only 1% of homes are sold at an open house.
Furthermore, the prospects calling for information on your home probably value their time as much as you do. The last thing they want to be subjected to is either a game of telephone tag with an agent, or an unwanted sales pitch. Make sure the ads your agent places for your home are attached to a 24 hour prerecorded hotline with a specific ID# for your home which gives buyers access to detailed information about your property day or night 7 days a week without having to talk to anyone. It's been proven that 3 times as many buyers call for information on your home under this system. And remember, the more buyers you have competing for your home the better, because it sets up an auction-like atmosphere that puts you in the driver's seat.
7. Know your buyer.
In the negotiation process, your objective is to control the pace and set the duration. What is your buyer's motivation? Does s/he need to move quickly? Does s/he have enough money to pay you your asking price? Knowing this information gives you the upper hand in the negotiation because you know how far you can push to get what you want.
8. Make sure the contract is complete.
For your part as a seller, make sure you disclose everything. Smart sellers proactively go above and beyond the laws to disclose all known defects to their buyers in writing. If the buyer knows about a problem, s/he can't come back with a lawsuit later on.
Make sure all terms, costs and responsibilities are spelled out in the contract of sale, and resist the temptation to diverge from the contract. For example, if the buyer requests a move-in prior to closing, just say no. Now is not the time to take any chances of the deal falling through.
9. Don't move out before you sell.
Studies have shown that it is more difficult to sell a home that is vacant because it looks forlorn, forgotten, simply not appealing. It could even cost you thousands. If you move, you're also telling buyers that you have a new home and are probably highly motivated to sell fast. This, of course, will give them the advantage at the negotiating table
11 things you need to know to pass inspection
11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection
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"According to industry experts, there are at least 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection when your home is for sale. Here are 11 you should know about if you're planning to put your home up for sale."
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Homebuyers Want to Know Your Home Inside and Out
While homebuyers are as individual as the homes they plan on purchasing, one thing they share is a desire to ensure that the home they will call their own is as good beneath the surface as it appears to be. Will the roof end up leaking? Is the wiring safe? What about the plumbing? These, and others, are the questions that the buyers looking at your home will seek professional help to answer.
According to industry experts, there are at least 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection. We've identified the 11 most common of these and, if not identified and dealt with, any of these 11 items could cost you dearly in terms of repair.
In most cases, you can make a reasonable pre-inspection yourself if you know what you're looking for. Knowing what you're looking for can help you prevent little problems from growing into costly and unmanageable ones.
11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection
1. Defective Plumbing
Defective plumbing can manifest itself in two different ways: leaking, and clogging. A visual inspection can detect leaking, and an inspector will gauge water pressure by turning on all faucets in the highest bathroom and then flushing the toilet. If you hear the sound of running water, it indicates that the pipes are undersized. If the water appears dirty when first turned on at the faucet, this is a good indication that the pipes are rusting, which can result in severe water quality problems.
2. Damp or Wet Basement
An inspector will check your walls for a powdery white mineral deposit a few inches off the floor, and will look to see if you feel secure enough to store things right on your basement floor. A mildew odor is almost impossible to eliminate, and an inspector will certainly be conscious of it.
It could cost you $200-$1,000 to seal a crack in or around your basement foundation depending on severity and location. Adding a sump pump and pit could run you around $750 - $1,000, and complete waterproofing (of an average 3 bedroom home) could amount to $5,000-$15,000. You will have to weigh these figures into the calculation of what price you want to net on your home.
3. Inadequate Wiring & Electrical
Your home should have a minimum of 100 amps service, and this should be clearly marked. Wire should be copper or aluminum. Home inspectors will look at octopus plugs as indicative of inadequate circuits and a potential fire hazard.
4. Poor Heating & Cooling Systems
Insufficient insulation, and an inadequate or a poorly functioning heating system, are the most common causes of poor heating. While an adequately clean furnace, without rust on the heat exchanger, usually has life left in it, an inspector will be asking and checking to see if your furnace is over its typical life span of 15-25 yrs. For a forced air gas system, a heat exchanger will come under particular scrutiny since one that is cracked can emit deadly carbon monoxide into the home. These heat exchangers must be replaced if damaged - they cannot be repaired.
5. Roofing Problems
Water leakage through the roof can occur for a variety of reasons such as physical deterioration of the asphalt shingles (e.g. curling or splitting), or mechanical damage from a wind storm. When gutters leak and downspouts allow water to run down and through the exterior walls, this external problem becomes a major internal one.
6. Damp Attic Spaces
Aside from basement dampness, problems with ventilation, insulation and vapor barriers can cause water, moisture, mold and mildew to form in the attic. This can lead to premature wear of the roof, structure and building materials. The cost to fix this damage could easily run over $2,500.
7. Rotting Wood
This can occur in many places (door or window frames, trim, siding, decks and fences). The building inspector will sometimes probe the wood to see if this is present - especially when wood has been freshly painted.
8. Masonry Work
Re-bricking can be costly, but, left unattended, these repairs can cause problems with water and moisture penetration into the home which in turn could lead to a chimney being clogged by fallen bricks or even a chimney which falls onto the roof. It can be costly to rebuild a chimney or to have it repainted.
9. Unsafe or Over-fused Electrical Circuit
A fire hazard is created when more amperage is drawn on the circuit than was intended. 15 amp circuits are the most common in a typical home, with larger service for large appliances such as stoves and dryers. It can cost several hundred dollars to replace your fuse panel with a circuit panel.
10. Adequate Security Features
More than a purchased security system, an inspector will look for the basic safety features that will protect your home such as proper locks on windows and patio doors, dead bolts on the doors, smoke and even carbon monoxide detectors in every bedroom and on every level. Even though pricing will vary, these components will add to your costs. Before purchasing or installing, you should check with your local experts.
11. Structural/Foundation Problems
An inspector will certainly investigate the underlying footing and foundation of your home as structural integrity is fundamental to your home.
When you put your home on the market, you don't want any unpleasant surprises that could cost you the sale of your home. By having an understanding of these 11 problem areas as you walk through your home, you'll be arming yourself against future disappointment.
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"According to industry experts, there are at least 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection when your home is for sale. Here are 11 you should know about if you're planning to put your home up for sale."
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Homebuyers Want to Know Your Home Inside and Out
While homebuyers are as individual as the homes they plan on purchasing, one thing they share is a desire to ensure that the home they will call their own is as good beneath the surface as it appears to be. Will the roof end up leaking? Is the wiring safe? What about the plumbing? These, and others, are the questions that the buyers looking at your home will seek professional help to answer.
According to industry experts, there are at least 33 physical problems that will come under scrutiny during a home inspection. We've identified the 11 most common of these and, if not identified and dealt with, any of these 11 items could cost you dearly in terms of repair.
In most cases, you can make a reasonable pre-inspection yourself if you know what you're looking for. Knowing what you're looking for can help you prevent little problems from growing into costly and unmanageable ones.
11 Things You Need to Know to Pass Your Home Inspection
1. Defective Plumbing
Defective plumbing can manifest itself in two different ways: leaking, and clogging. A visual inspection can detect leaking, and an inspector will gauge water pressure by turning on all faucets in the highest bathroom and then flushing the toilet. If you hear the sound of running water, it indicates that the pipes are undersized. If the water appears dirty when first turned on at the faucet, this is a good indication that the pipes are rusting, which can result in severe water quality problems.
2. Damp or Wet Basement
An inspector will check your walls for a powdery white mineral deposit a few inches off the floor, and will look to see if you feel secure enough to store things right on your basement floor. A mildew odor is almost impossible to eliminate, and an inspector will certainly be conscious of it.
It could cost you $200-$1,000 to seal a crack in or around your basement foundation depending on severity and location. Adding a sump pump and pit could run you around $750 - $1,000, and complete waterproofing (of an average 3 bedroom home) could amount to $5,000-$15,000. You will have to weigh these figures into the calculation of what price you want to net on your home.
3. Inadequate Wiring & Electrical
Your home should have a minimum of 100 amps service, and this should be clearly marked. Wire should be copper or aluminum. Home inspectors will look at octopus plugs as indicative of inadequate circuits and a potential fire hazard.
4. Poor Heating & Cooling Systems
Insufficient insulation, and an inadequate or a poorly functioning heating system, are the most common causes of poor heating. While an adequately clean furnace, without rust on the heat exchanger, usually has life left in it, an inspector will be asking and checking to see if your furnace is over its typical life span of 15-25 yrs. For a forced air gas system, a heat exchanger will come under particular scrutiny since one that is cracked can emit deadly carbon monoxide into the home. These heat exchangers must be replaced if damaged - they cannot be repaired.
5. Roofing Problems
Water leakage through the roof can occur for a variety of reasons such as physical deterioration of the asphalt shingles (e.g. curling or splitting), or mechanical damage from a wind storm. When gutters leak and downspouts allow water to run down and through the exterior walls, this external problem becomes a major internal one.
6. Damp Attic Spaces
Aside from basement dampness, problems with ventilation, insulation and vapor barriers can cause water, moisture, mold and mildew to form in the attic. This can lead to premature wear of the roof, structure and building materials. The cost to fix this damage could easily run over $2,500.
7. Rotting Wood
This can occur in many places (door or window frames, trim, siding, decks and fences). The building inspector will sometimes probe the wood to see if this is present - especially when wood has been freshly painted.
8. Masonry Work
Re-bricking can be costly, but, left unattended, these repairs can cause problems with water and moisture penetration into the home which in turn could lead to a chimney being clogged by fallen bricks or even a chimney which falls onto the roof. It can be costly to rebuild a chimney or to have it repainted.
9. Unsafe or Over-fused Electrical Circuit
A fire hazard is created when more amperage is drawn on the circuit than was intended. 15 amp circuits are the most common in a typical home, with larger service for large appliances such as stoves and dryers. It can cost several hundred dollars to replace your fuse panel with a circuit panel.
10. Adequate Security Features
More than a purchased security system, an inspector will look for the basic safety features that will protect your home such as proper locks on windows and patio doors, dead bolts on the doors, smoke and even carbon monoxide detectors in every bedroom and on every level. Even though pricing will vary, these components will add to your costs. Before purchasing or installing, you should check with your local experts.
11. Structural/Foundation Problems
An inspector will certainly investigate the underlying footing and foundation of your home as structural integrity is fundamental to your home.
When you put your home on the market, you don't want any unpleasant surprises that could cost you the sale of your home. By having an understanding of these 11 problem areas as you walk through your home, you'll be arming yourself against future disappointment.
legal mistakes to Avoid when buying or selling a home
Legal Mistakes to Avoid When Buying or Selling a Home
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"When such a major investment is transferred from one party to another, even the subtle legal details need to be taken care of. If not they can turn into major problems if handled incorrectly."
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When you're buying or selling a home, there are many important legal issues, large and small, that you should be aware of. To begin with, residential real estate is not an uncomplicated process. When such a major investment is transferred from one party to another, even the subtle legal details need to be taken care of. If not they can turn into major problems if not handled correctly.
It is essential to be as informed as possible in order to properly protect yourself in the process of buying or selling a home. There are several issues that will certainly cost you if you are not properly informed. In this report, we identify 3 of the most common of these issues.
Because there are many legal issues to consider, your first step is to consider choosing reputable and experienced professionals to represent your interests. When selecting your real estate agent, ensure that you find someone who has extensive experience with the process. They should also refer you to a local real estate lawyer who can ensure your interests are protected.
3 Legal Issues That Could Cost You Thousands
Following are 3 common examples of legal clauses that can work to your disadvantage if not worded correctly:
1. Survey Clause
Home buyers have the right to add a survey clause to the real estate contract on the home they wish to purchase. When this home is yours, you should be aware of the implications of this clause. Your current survey may no longer be up-to-date if you have had a swimming pool built, or an addition added, since the survey was drawn up. If your survey is not up-to-date by these standards, the buyer may request an updated survey. The home seller may be required to bear the cost to have a new survey prepared. The cost for this process typically runs anywhere from $700 to $1,000. This is $700-$1,000 less that you will net for your home.
An experienced real estate agent should provide you with a survey and it is up to the buyer to decide if the survey is acceptable. Your agent should be able to advise you appropriately when dealing with this issue, but if you or your agent are unsure, you have the right to consult your lawyer before you sign the offer. Don't be afraid to take this important step, as thousands of dollars could be riding on the decisions you make at this point.
2. Home Inspection Clause
Some real estate transactions have fallen through because of the wording of the inspection clause. This clause previously stated that the buyer has the right to rescind their offer if they were dissatisfied with the outcome of a home inspection. In some cases, this was used unfairly against the seller when a minor repair issue would give the buyer a legal loophole to their change of heart. Meanwhile, the seller lost both time and money because of this technicality. First, they may have declined other offers (offers which may now be lost for-ever) in favor of the one which has now fallen through, and missed the opportunity for other offers which might have come through during the current negotiations. Secondly, their home may have been unfairly labeled as a "problem house" which could cost them in terms of the dollar amount of subsequent offers. And thirdly, they then found themselves back on the market, incurring the inconvenience and additional carrying costs of having to market their property for a longer period of time.
This clause should read that the seller has the option to fix any items that the home inspection flags. This wording protects both the buyer and the seller. The buyer is assured that the home they are buying meets objective structural standards, and the seller is protected against the whim of a buyer who changes his/her mind.
Not all contracts will be written in this way. Make sure you are working with a lawyer experienced in real estate matters to ensure your interests are protected.
3. Swimming Pool Clause
If the home you are buying or selling has a swimming pool, there should be a specific legal clause which addresses this costly item. Some contracts are written to provide a warranty to the pool to survive closing. The broadness of this wording protects buyers, but is not necessarily in the best interest of sellers who might instead request that the clause be worded to indicate that, at the time of closing, they believe the pool to be in good working condition.
The existence of a pool in any home negotiation is certainly reason enough to ensure that you seek advice from a real estate professional and obtain legal counsel so that your interests are represented properly.
By being aware of these and other legal issues, and by seeking advice from an experienced real estate professional and obtaining legal counsel, you can protect yourself against unnecessary cost and potential hardship.
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"When such a major investment is transferred from one party to another, even the subtle legal details need to be taken care of. If not they can turn into major problems if handled incorrectly."
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When you're buying or selling a home, there are many important legal issues, large and small, that you should be aware of. To begin with, residential real estate is not an uncomplicated process. When such a major investment is transferred from one party to another, even the subtle legal details need to be taken care of. If not they can turn into major problems if not handled correctly.
It is essential to be as informed as possible in order to properly protect yourself in the process of buying or selling a home. There are several issues that will certainly cost you if you are not properly informed. In this report, we identify 3 of the most common of these issues.
Because there are many legal issues to consider, your first step is to consider choosing reputable and experienced professionals to represent your interests. When selecting your real estate agent, ensure that you find someone who has extensive experience with the process. They should also refer you to a local real estate lawyer who can ensure your interests are protected.
3 Legal Issues That Could Cost You Thousands
Following are 3 common examples of legal clauses that can work to your disadvantage if not worded correctly:
1. Survey Clause
Home buyers have the right to add a survey clause to the real estate contract on the home they wish to purchase. When this home is yours, you should be aware of the implications of this clause. Your current survey may no longer be up-to-date if you have had a swimming pool built, or an addition added, since the survey was drawn up. If your survey is not up-to-date by these standards, the buyer may request an updated survey. The home seller may be required to bear the cost to have a new survey prepared. The cost for this process typically runs anywhere from $700 to $1,000. This is $700-$1,000 less that you will net for your home.
An experienced real estate agent should provide you with a survey and it is up to the buyer to decide if the survey is acceptable. Your agent should be able to advise you appropriately when dealing with this issue, but if you or your agent are unsure, you have the right to consult your lawyer before you sign the offer. Don't be afraid to take this important step, as thousands of dollars could be riding on the decisions you make at this point.
2. Home Inspection Clause
Some real estate transactions have fallen through because of the wording of the inspection clause. This clause previously stated that the buyer has the right to rescind their offer if they were dissatisfied with the outcome of a home inspection. In some cases, this was used unfairly against the seller when a minor repair issue would give the buyer a legal loophole to their change of heart. Meanwhile, the seller lost both time and money because of this technicality. First, they may have declined other offers (offers which may now be lost for-ever) in favor of the one which has now fallen through, and missed the opportunity for other offers which might have come through during the current negotiations. Secondly, their home may have been unfairly labeled as a "problem house" which could cost them in terms of the dollar amount of subsequent offers. And thirdly, they then found themselves back on the market, incurring the inconvenience and additional carrying costs of having to market their property for a longer period of time.
This clause should read that the seller has the option to fix any items that the home inspection flags. This wording protects both the buyer and the seller. The buyer is assured that the home they are buying meets objective structural standards, and the seller is protected against the whim of a buyer who changes his/her mind.
Not all contracts will be written in this way. Make sure you are working with a lawyer experienced in real estate matters to ensure your interests are protected.
3. Swimming Pool Clause
If the home you are buying or selling has a swimming pool, there should be a specific legal clause which addresses this costly item. Some contracts are written to provide a warranty to the pool to survive closing. The broadness of this wording protects buyers, but is not necessarily in the best interest of sellers who might instead request that the clause be worded to indicate that, at the time of closing, they believe the pool to be in good working condition.
The existence of a pool in any home negotiation is certainly reason enough to ensure that you seek advice from a real estate professional and obtain legal counsel so that your interests are represented properly.
By being aware of these and other legal issues, and by seeking advice from an experienced real estate professional and obtaining legal counsel, you can protect yourself against unnecessary cost and potential hardship.
Tuesday, March 22, 2011
Killer Ninja recruiting online
Here is Jay kinders Killer Ninja recruiting online plan exposed through reverse engineering...
here is his reruiting website landing page
http://www.lawtonrealestatecareer.com/
and here is his step by step gameplan exposed...
Email campaign 1- how to fail tips
http://www.zannee.com/recruitingninja/marketing-piece
email campaign Bonus link 1
http://www.zannee.com/recruits/AgentBusinessPlan.pdf
email campaign 2- going paperless
http://www.paperlesspipeline.com/blog/5-piece-done-for-you-recruiting-campaign
email campaign bonus link 2
http://zannee.com/become-a-mobile-agent.php
example landing page 1
http://www.joinrwwichita.com/
example 2
http://www.insiderec.com/
overview
http://www.zannee.com/recruitingninja/tour
overview video
http://recruitingninja.com/course-ninja-details.php
recruiting tools
commission calculator example
http://www.insiderec.com/calculate_your_commission_des_moines_real_estate_agents_-_des_moines_realtor_remax_real_estate_concepts-des_moines_iowa-2.html
17 second business plan example
http://www.insiderec.com/create_a_personal_business_plan_des_moines_real_estate_agents_-_des_moines_realtor_remax_real_estate_concepts-des_moines_iowa-2.html
here is his reruiting website landing page
http://www.lawtonrealestatecareer.com/
and here is his step by step gameplan exposed...
Email campaign 1- how to fail tips
http://www.zannee.com/recruitingninja/marketing-piece
email campaign Bonus link 1
http://www.zannee.com/recruits/AgentBusinessPlan.pdf
email campaign 2- going paperless
http://www.paperlesspipeline.com/blog/5-piece-done-for-you-recruiting-campaign
email campaign bonus link 2
http://zannee.com/become-a-mobile-agent.php
example landing page 1
http://www.joinrwwichita.com/
example 2
http://www.insiderec.com/
overview
http://www.zannee.com/recruitingninja/tour
overview video
http://recruitingninja.com/course-ninja-details.php
recruiting tools
commission calculator example
http://www.insiderec.com/calculate_your_commission_des_moines_real_estate_agents_-_des_moines_realtor_remax_real_estate_concepts-des_moines_iowa-2.html
17 second business plan example
http://www.insiderec.com/create_a_personal_business_plan_des_moines_real_estate_agents_-_des_moines_realtor_remax_real_estate_concepts-des_moines_iowa-2.html
Monday, March 21, 2011
siteexplorer blog comments
watch these 2 videos first important you must tell me how many blogs you comment on in 1 hour...
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/2fed0dc9-a289-419d-9881-150ee60ff430
video 2 very important-the bosses will track how many blog comments
you need to comment fast and move on to next blog
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/c45779d4-b020-4d1b-8a86-e0220f55a213
here are the steps
open
https://siteexplorer.search.yahoo.com
then enter the the url i gave you
enter http://www.trafficgenerationcafe.com/
click explore url
click on inlinks
click on
except this domain
click on entire site
go click on each link and comment on blog
then use the website I gave you.... in the email.
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/2fed0dc9-a289-419d-9881-150ee60ff430
video 2 very important-the bosses will track how many blog comments
you need to comment fast and move on to next blog
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/c45779d4-b020-4d1b-8a86-e0220f55a213
here are the steps
open
https://siteexplorer.search.yahoo.com
then enter the the url i gave you
enter http://www.trafficgenerationcafe.com/
click explore url
click on inlinks
click on
except this domain
click on entire site
go click on each link and comment on blog
then use the website I gave you.... in the email.
pingfm and pixelpipe
watch this video first before signing up for
http://ping.fm
watch the video do assignment, email me then continue to assignment 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/d3d89558-b0f1-49fb-9e5a-46a8bcdb4047
sign up all new accounts with the name that i gave you
linden moejr
username lindenmoejr14
password swagger1
elcyna belle
username elcynabell14
password swagger1
tiara moer
username tiaramoe14
password swagger1
lisa dutkat
username lisadutka1
password swagger1
username lisadutka14
watch this video
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/fa4e8619-45f6-499b-b2b7-a07401406bea
then sign up to http://pixelpipes.com
linden moeseo
username lindenmoeseo14
password swagger1
elcyna bell
username elcynabell16
password
http://ping.fm
watch the video do assignment, email me then continue to assignment 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/d3d89558-b0f1-49fb-9e5a-46a8bcdb4047
sign up all new accounts with the name that i gave you
linden moejr
username lindenmoejr14
password swagger1
elcyna belle
username elcynabell14
password swagger1
tiara moer
username tiaramoe14
password swagger1
lisa dutkat
username lisadutka1
password swagger1
username lisadutka14
watch this video
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/fa4e8619-45f6-499b-b2b7-a07401406bea
then sign up to http://pixelpipes.com
linden moeseo
username lindenmoeseo14
password swagger1
elcyna bell
username elcynabell16
password
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
blogs for social local mobile
http://marieforleo.com/2011/03/simple-tricks-approach-land-dream-clients/
http;//problogger.com
http://chrisg.com
http://mashable.com
http://trafficgenerationcafe.com
http://howtomakemyblog.com/
http://www.dailyblogtips.com/
http://www.chrisbrogan.com/
http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/
http://dankennedy.com/blog/
http;//problogger.com
http://chrisg.com
http://mashable.com
http://trafficgenerationcafe.com
http://howtomakemyblog.com/
http://www.dailyblogtips.com/
http://www.chrisbrogan.com/
http://www.getrichslowly.org/blog/
http://dankennedy.com/blog/
Monday, March 7, 2011
eproperty craigslist backpage
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/c9dd325a-45ea-49ed-95e0-fd414c28646d
video 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/5df2b772-474a-4130-8124-3ff290bd7172
video 3
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/3e8b7af1-5908-455d-a5d1-745eeaaf340c
then run these ads on craigslist and backpage.com
video 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/5df2b772-474a-4130-8124-3ff290bd7172
video 3
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/3e8b7af1-5908-455d-a5d1-745eeaaf340c
then run these ads on craigslist and backpage.com
Important Craigslist System
Watch This Video....
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/1558d004-cacb-459b-9c5e-adc6f5c2641b
Run ads that is in the document in the different sections of craigslist.....
example
RUN THESE ADS IN THE CENTRAL JERSEY REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Section.
Click on us cities
Click on CENTRAL JERSEY
Click On Real Estate
click on Post
Click On I am offering housing
CLICK ON For Sale BY BROKER
Cut and paste the ads
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/1558d004-cacb-459b-9c5e-adc6f5c2641b
Run ads that is in the document in the different sections of craigslist.....
example
RUN THESE ADS IN THE CENTRAL JERSEY REAL ESTATE FOR SALE Section.
Click on us cities
Click on CENTRAL JERSEY
Click On Real Estate
click on Post
Click On I am offering housing
CLICK ON For Sale BY BROKER
Cut and paste the ads
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Comment Kahuna blog comments
watch the videos then go download the blog comment software
http://commentkahuna.com/
important
use a real name when blogcommenting
look at the other blog post first
then make comments related to the blog
only do this for 1 hour.. Stop then tell me how many blogs you commented on.
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/d37bb60d-82b3-4105-9254-4a2e22ba81f5
video 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/8fc55998-5029-4669-ae5c-51712cb16562
video 3
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/8bab0149-541c-468c-8c2c-2fa29cfda192
Ok below is the info for the submissions.. only use the 1 I sent you in the email.
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Url http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com/
rss feed http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com/feed
Title :Hoboken Homes For Sale
description :A Blog About Hoboken homes For sale,Hoboken foreclosures , Hoboken mortgage brokers and Hoboken realtors
category- real estate, agents and brokers
keywords , hoboken homes for sale, hoboken foreclosures, hoboken realtors, hoboken mortgage brokers
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url http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com/
rss feed http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com/feed
title -woodbridge mortgage brokers
category-mortgages, loans, real estate
keywords, woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge
description
a blog about woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge ,.
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url http://sociallocalmobilemarketing.com/
http://SocialLocalMobileMarketing.com/feed
title- Social Media Marketing For Small Business
catogory- marketing, advertising, internet, social media,
keywords- small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
description -a blog about small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
comment kahuna keywords= marketing, advertising, social media, seo
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url http://edisondoctors.net/
rss feed url http://edisondoctors.net/feed
title- edison doctors
category- health, doctors,
keywords-, edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
description- a blog about edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
commentkahuna keywords- doctors, health, fitness
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url http://dentistswoodbridge.com/
rss feed http://dentistswoodbridge.com/feed
title – dentists woodbridge
category – health, dentist ,
keywords, dentists woodbridge, woodbridge dentists, woodbridge dentists nj
description- a blog about dentist woodbridge, woodbridge dentist, woodbridge dentist nj
comment kahuna keywords- health, fitness, dentist ,
http://commentkahuna.com/
important
use a real name when blogcommenting
look at the other blog post first
then make comments related to the blog
only do this for 1 hour.. Stop then tell me how many blogs you commented on.
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/d37bb60d-82b3-4105-9254-4a2e22ba81f5
video 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/8fc55998-5029-4669-ae5c-51712cb16562
video 3
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/8bab0149-541c-468c-8c2c-2fa29cfda192
Ok below is the info for the submissions.. only use the 1 I sent you in the email.
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Url http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com/
rss feed http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com/feed
Title :Hoboken Homes For Sale
description :A Blog About Hoboken homes For sale,Hoboken foreclosures , Hoboken mortgage brokers and Hoboken realtors
category- real estate, agents and brokers
keywords , hoboken homes for sale, hoboken foreclosures, hoboken realtors, hoboken mortgage brokers
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url http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com/
rss feed http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com/feed
title -woodbridge mortgage brokers
category-mortgages, loans, real estate
keywords, woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge
description
a blog about woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge ,.
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url http://sociallocalmobilemarketing.com/
http://SocialLocalMobileMarketing.com/feed
title- Social Media Marketing For Small Business
catogory- marketing, advertising, internet, social media,
keywords- small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
description -a blog about small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
comment kahuna keywords= marketing, advertising, social media, seo
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url http://edisondoctors.net/
rss feed url http://edisondoctors.net/feed
title- edison doctors
category- health, doctors,
keywords-, edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
description- a blog about edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
commentkahuna keywords- doctors, health, fitness
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url http://dentistswoodbridge.com/
rss feed http://dentistswoodbridge.com/feed
title – dentists woodbridge
category – health, dentist ,
keywords, dentists woodbridge, woodbridge dentists, woodbridge dentists nj
description- a blog about dentist woodbridge, woodbridge dentist, woodbridge dentist nj
comment kahuna keywords- health, fitness, dentist ,
web directory submissions
first watch the videos
then register and use the 3 tools at
http://imtalk.org/
ONLY submit to directories for 1 hour Then STOP- and let me know how many directories you submitted too
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/b0575ed6-1d85-412d-bafc-5478fe4be235
part 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/91ab6bbb-0c5f-4529-8962-34010cd46e9b
part 3
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/8bab0149-541c-468c-8c2c-2fa29cfda192
Very imporatant it takes only 5 minutes to do.. wdsite submitter and rss subnitter
Only spend 1 hour doing Directy Submitter
After 1 Hour.. STOP and tell me how many directories you signed up
I need the name and email you used to sign up!!
website is http://imtalk.org/
Ok below is the info for the submissions.. only use the 1 I sent you in the email.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Url http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com
rss feed http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com/feed
Title :Hoboken Homes For Sale
description :A Blog About Hoboken homes For sale,Hoboken foreclosures , Hoboken mortgage brokers and Hoboken realtors
category- real estate, agents and brokers
keywords , hoboken homes for sale, hoboken foreclosures, hoboken realtors, hoboken mortgage brokers
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com
rss feed http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com/feed
title -woodbridge mortgage brokers
category-mortgages, loans, real estate
keywords, woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge
description
a blog about woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge ,.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://SocialLocalMobileMarketing.com
http://SocialLocalMobileMarketing.com/feed
title- Social Media Marketing For Small Business
catogory- marketing, advertising, internet, social media,
keywords- small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
description -a blog about small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
comment kahuna keywords= marketing, advertising, social media, seo
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://edisondoctors.net
rss feed url http://edisondoctors.net/feed
title- edison doctors
category- health, doctors,
keywords-, edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
description- a blog about edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
commentkahuna keywords- doctors, health, fitness
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://dentistswoodbridge.com
rss feed http://dentistswoodbridge.com/feed
title – dentists woodbridge
category – health, dentist ,
keywords, dentists woodbridge, woodbridge dentist, woodbridge dentist nj
description- a blog about dentist woodbridge, woodbridge dentists, woodbridge dentist nj
comment kahuna keywords- health, fitness, dentist ,
then register and use the 3 tools at
http://imtalk.org/
ONLY submit to directories for 1 hour Then STOP- and let me know how many directories you submitted too
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/b0575ed6-1d85-412d-bafc-5478fe4be235
part 2
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/91ab6bbb-0c5f-4529-8962-34010cd46e9b
part 3
http://www.screencast.com/users/lindenjr/folders/Jing/media/8bab0149-541c-468c-8c2c-2fa29cfda192
Very imporatant it takes only 5 minutes to do.. wdsite submitter and rss subnitter
Only spend 1 hour doing Directy Submitter
After 1 Hour.. STOP and tell me how many directories you signed up
I need the name and email you used to sign up!!
website is http://imtalk.org/
Ok below is the info for the submissions.. only use the 1 I sent you in the email.
-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Url http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com
rss feed http://hudsoncountyrealestatechat.com/feed
Title :Hoboken Homes For Sale
description :A Blog About Hoboken homes For sale,Hoboken foreclosures , Hoboken mortgage brokers and Hoboken realtors
category- real estate, agents and brokers
keywords , hoboken homes for sale, hoboken foreclosures, hoboken realtors, hoboken mortgage brokers
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com
rss feed http://woodbridgemortgagebrokers.com/feed
title -woodbridge mortgage brokers
category-mortgages, loans, real estate
keywords, woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge
description
a blog about woodbridge mortgage brokers, mortgage brokers woodbridge ,.
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://SocialLocalMobileMarketing.com
http://SocialLocalMobileMarketing.com/feed
title- Social Media Marketing For Small Business
catogory- marketing, advertising, internet, social media,
keywords- small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
description -a blog about small business marketing, social media marketing for small business,
comment kahuna keywords= marketing, advertising, social media, seo
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://edisondoctors.net
rss feed url http://edisondoctors.net/feed
title- edison doctors
category- health, doctors,
keywords-, edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
description- a blog about edison doctors, doctors edison, edison doctors nj,
commentkahuna keywords- doctors, health, fitness
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
url http://dentistswoodbridge.com
rss feed http://dentistswoodbridge.com/feed
title – dentists woodbridge
category – health, dentist ,
keywords, dentists woodbridge, woodbridge dentist, woodbridge dentist nj
description- a blog about dentist woodbridge, woodbridge dentists, woodbridge dentist nj
comment kahuna keywords- health, fitness, dentist ,
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