Posts with tag 'common home buying questions'
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Should You Opt for an Open or Traditional Floor Plan?
Open floor plans are all the rage, even though they've been around for decades. There's no question they're beautiful, but are they right for you? Your taste and your lifestyle make that determination. To help you decide, our real estate agents want to compare and contrast them from a practical point of view. Here are some points to consider.
- Do you love to entertain?
People who love to entertain will likely appreciate the open space so guests can enjoy talking in one area, music playing in another, and refreshments being served in a third. Some people may a...
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5 Things a First Home Should Provide
The thought of buying your first home is exciting. However, before picking out curtains and decorations, you must consider whether it's the right investment for your future. Our real estate agents suggest you consider the five following considerations before your heart settles on any first home.
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Cost of Ownership
Is the home affordable? This is the first and most important question any homebuyer should ask about Ber...
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Buying Before Selling: Learn How to Bridge the Gap
Sometimes life sneaks up on you. You weren't expecting that fantastic job opportunity, and you certainly weren't expecting to transfer out of state. Suddenly, without warning, you find yourself in the position of having to find a home in a new place, and you haven't sold the one you're in. How do you manage that balancing act?
Our real estate agents may suggest you consider a bridge loan. But what is that, exactly? Essentially, it is a short-term loan backed by the equity in your existing home that will allow you to cover the time gap between its sale and the purchase of a new house. That may seem simple en...
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Common Questions From Buyers - Answers from Nikki Barrett!
We thought we'd ask some of our agents some common real estate questions that buyers have, and get their answers. Nikki Barrett from our Littleton office answered the first home buyer question:
How long does it take to buy a home?
Nikki Barrett: Once you have found a home and are under contract with the seller to purchase that home, it is about 60-75 days from that point until you close on the home and can move in! If you have any other questions, just let us know, we're happy to help!
Learn more about Nikki here.