WHAT’S A PRE-ESCROW?
Normally the buyer gets to choose the escrow/title insurance company which means they also pay all those costs. Oftentimes, the listing agent will set up a “pre-escrow” where the title work is done prior to putting the home on the market. The seller CAN require the buyer to use a particular company, as long as […]
Should We Clean Up for the Appraiser?
My answer to this question has changed over the years, I used to tell my clients, “Oh, don’t bother. It won’t matter. The appraiser is just going to look at your square footage and your upgrades.” But I’ve changed my mind on this one. I just don’t like to take any chances and usually […]
Buy Then Sell After
Rising mortgage rates may be cooling the market slightly, but inventory is still low and there are still more buyers than sellers.