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Buying in a Seller’s Market

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Tips to get a leg up as a buyer by Lisa Merritt Home buying is often made either possible or unreachable due to the local and national economy. Fortunately, what goes up, must come down. So, for buyers who can wait, economic changes in supply and demand can create opportunities. These shifts in real estate…

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Beyond the Closing Table

Beyond the Closing Table

Agent Advice is Priceless Phew! You made it through the process of buying a home. Along the way, you’ve worked closely with your buyer’s agent, who has worked hard to earn your trust. As you settle into your new nest, consider these reasons to maintain a relationship with your agent—beyond the closing table. Your agent…

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Your Offer Was Accepted, Now What?

Congratulations! You made an offer on the home you want, and the sellers have accepted. What happens now? There are a lot of things to do before you can sit down at the closing table. Your  Nest agent will help guide you through these next steps: What’s Next Earnest Money Deposit: You will need to…

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The Buyer’s Journey

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Getting Started Looking to buy a home? Fantastic! Congrats! Hooray! Let’s set you up for a success. In today’s highly competitive, fast-moving market, you’ll need to get your ducks in a row to make an appealing offer. Before you begin seriously window shopping, here are a few things you’ll need to accomplish: Find an Agent…

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Making an Offer (They Hopefully Won’t Refuse)

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You’ve found the one! The search is over, and you’ve found a home that fits your needs both now, and for the foreseeable future. Now what? It’s time to make an offer! Confer with your Nest agent to determine your starting price. This will depend on several factors, and may be higher or lower than…

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Market Conditions: What to Expect

Market Conditions

The home buying process is never “one size fits all.” One of the important factors to consider is the state of your local housing market conditions, specifically whether it’s a buyer’s market or a seller’s market. What’s the difference? In a seller’s market, the demand for housing exceeds the inventory or available homes. In a…

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Great Expectations: Finding the Right Home

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There are so many helpful things your agent can do, that you might think they’ll be able to get you exactly what you want in a home without any need to compromise. But realistically, this is not the case for most home buyers. But your buyer’s agent is the best person to have in your…

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Finding the Right Mortgage Lender

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Finding the right mortgage lender to get that preapproval for a mortgage might seem daunting. Good news—your buyer’s agent is here to help! Ask your agent for recommendations and you can rest assured that they will give you the names of mortgage lenders they trust. At Nest Realty, we love all things local. That includes…

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Ready to Buy Your First Home? A Quick Checklist

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An Easy List for First-Time Home Buyers by Lisa Merritt Buying your first home is a major milestone in your life, similar to graduating high school or moving out of your parents’ house. When you buy a property, you are making a long-term investment decision in your future and potentially taking the first step toward…

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