Settlement Day and Your Pre-Settlement Walk-Thru
Congratulations! It is Settlement Day…
You are headed to your final walk-thru prior to Settlement Day with your real estate professional filled with excitement. Your head is likely spinning wit...
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Class-Harlan Real Estate February “Around the House Tips & Tools”
Did you know that the Spring Real Estate market begins in earnest immediately after Superbowl Sunday? It’s also that time of year when we begin dreaming of daffodils, tulips and crocus poking their way through the earth as the earliest signs ...
Must Have Tools Every Homeowner Should Have
Nothing beats the feeling a first-time homeowner has when they unlock the front door and step into their new home for the very first time. Thoughts of what furniture or drapes to buy or whether to keep the carpet or lay down some fresh hardwood...
Top 10 Tricks for Writing a Stand Out Offer
Buying a home isn't as simple as saying "I'll take it!" and writing a check for the down payment. A lot goes into closing the deal, including negotiations on price, inspections, dealing with the bank, and more. Most importantly though, just li...
Why Home Buyer Qualifications Matter to the Seller
Selling a home is a momentous occasion to say the least, but nothing beats that feeling of getting an offer after all the work that went into listing the home and preparing for each showing. But before popping the champagne, there’s one v...
The Importance of Curb Appeal
Bucks County and Montgomery County, PA offer stunning landscapes, long distance vistas, rivers, lakes, farmland and an abundant assortment of living options. A simple Sunday drive can easily turn into a dream home window-shopping excursio...
Water: Important Considerations When Choosing a Home
Water is a vitally important utility. Think about all the things we use it for: drinking, cooking and cleaning. There isn't a day where you don't turn on a faucet somewhere in your home. Yet this utility sometimes drifts towards the bottom ...
The Appraisal Process in a Real Estate Transaction
Appraisals are often a very important part of a real estate transaction, particularly when it comes to lending. Nearly all lenders will want to see that the subject property appraises at or above the purchase price in a transaction. The main re...
Stucco Repairs & Considerations in Real Estate
When choosing a home, the risk of hidden damage and potential for high maintenance costs down the road should always factor into your purchasing decision. One of the first places to look is in the building materials used; certain materials ...
It’s Showtime: Quick Tips to Get Ready for your Open House
Think of an open house as your home’s big welcome party to the market. The signs and balloons go up and all buyers in the area are invited! At this point in time, your home is less of a home and more a marketable product. At this stage, y...