The Triangle real estate market has been picking up during first quarter of 2012. One clear indication is the number of properties for sale that have received multiple offers. That means the sellers have 2 or more offers simultaneously to consider and negotiate. Buyers need to understand the ... » Learn More about Multiple Offers on a House for Buyers
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Mortgage Documentation: The Paper Marathon
Every buyer client of mine this year who has bought a home with a mortgage has complained how much information they have had to provide to their lender. The process has become more tedious for homebuyers over the last 3 years. The silver lining is that homebuyers are getting getting home loans ... » Learn More about Mortgage Documentation: The Paper Marathon
Do I Need a Survey when Purchasing a Home?
First-time and even repeat homebuyers do not understand why a survey is an important part of the homebuying process. Here is the "cliff notes" version (aka Land Survey 101) which will give you some information about surveys. What is a survey? The dictionary definition is, " to determine and ... » Learn More about Do I Need a Survey when Purchasing a Home?
What is a Vent Boot? How does a Vent Boot work?
Here is the answer to the question from the other day! It is a Vent Boot! A vent boot covers the pipes that stick out of your roof and what it does is it seals the area where the pipe comes out. I'm bringing this up to you today because replacing the vent boots is a relatively cheap repair - ... » Learn More about What is a Vent Boot? How does a Vent Boot work?
Can You Help? Guess What This Is!
I often run across interesting articles and information that is helpful for your real estate needs. This time, however, I found something unique. Do you KNOW what this is? (Click on the video below) Comment below or at Amy@AmyShair.com! Answer is coming soon! ... » Learn More about Can You Help? Guess What This Is!