1. Do you have the right people with you? Yes, we’re going to insert ourselves here at the start! If at all possible, it’s important to have your Realtor® with you. As your advocate, they’ll be able to answer a lot of your questions, be the go-between with the seller’s agent, and give … Read more
There’s no way around it — the process of buying and/or selling a home requires you to get personal with your Realtor®. With time, conversation, and plenty of leaning on your Realtor® for their professional expertise, you’re bound to build a relationship that’s beneficial for both parties. To jumpstart that process, here are five things … Read more
Like any other industry, real estate has a language all its own. As you embark on the buying/selling process, you’re bound to hear a million new terms and phrases. Certainly, one of the best parts of having a Realtor® is having a translator at the ready to help explain any term or step in the … Read more
1. They Know How to Accurately Price a Home While anyone can spend a few minutes online and pull information on sales of comparable houses, Realtors® also have the experience to know whether a specific house is overpriced or underpriced based on the current market conditions, the desirability of the neighborhood, and the … Read more
So you are thinking about or have just moved to Fort Worth, TX. First of all, welcome! Often ranked at the top of the best places to live list, Fort Worth offers residents a balance of nightlife and city living with easy access to natural amenities. One topic that many new homeowners or prospective home … Read more
Step 1: Find a Realtor® “Realtor®” and “real estate agent” are often used interchangeably, but they aren’t the same thing. While both sell real estate, only a Realtor® is a member of the National Association of Realtors®, bound by the professional standards of the Realtor® Code of Ethics. This code stipulates that Realtors® deal with … Read more
Step 1: Find a REALTOR® “Realtor®” and “real estate agent” are often used interchangeably, but they aren’t the same thing. While both sell real estate, only a Realtor® is a member of the National Association of Realtors®, bound by the professional standards of the Realtor® Code of Ethics. This code stipulates that Realtors® deal with … Read more
The Basics of a Mortgage First things first, let’s walk through the mortgage process with some basic definitions of terms you’ll hear throughout the process. GFWAR Realtors® can provide a better understanding of the home buying process, including mortgages. Mortgage — In a nutshell, a mortgage is a loan that enables you to cover the … Read more
Here are five incredible benefits to working with a Realtor®. 1. You get an expert guide. Truly, your Realtor® is there to serve you — they are the right person to hire because they have an incredible amount of insight, experience, and expertise to offer. From explaining how to get pre-approved to breaking down open … Read more
Fort Worth has a rich history filled with humble beginnings, from an Army outpost on the Trinity River in 1849 to now the fifth largest city in Texas and the 13th largest city in the United States. Known as the place “where the West begins,” Fort Worth received this moniker courtesy of Fort Worth businessman … Read more