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Real Estate Agents Come In Many Forms

By | February 11th, 2007|

Seller brokers, buyers' agents, dual agents, exclusive seller agents, discount agents - real estate agents come in many different forms. Learn what each of these kinds of real estate agents do and whose interests they represent. This article may help you when you're trying to decide what kind of agent to help you in your next real estate transaction.

Son Evicting Parents From Home

By | February 10th, 2007|

A mother lives in a home her son bought for her for a retirement home. The son is now trying to evict her from the home he bought, and there are no written agreements on the home. The mother must gather all information she has about the deal she made with her son and hire a real estate attorney.

Mortgage Pay Off: How to Get Lien On House Released

By | February 8th, 2007|

What do you do if you pay off your mortgage, but there is still a lien on your home? If the mortgage company you bought the loan from is no longer in existence, there is still a way to get the lien off your house and prove you paid off the mortgage. Ilyce suggests that a local title company may be able to track down the mortgage company and get the lien off of the house.

Credit Card Balance Hurts Mortgage Applicants

By | February 7th, 2007|

Should you pay off credit card bills before applying for a mortgage? Lenders are used to seeing credit card balances, and they can adjust for them. What happens is that the lender adds up how much you can afford to spend each month on your mortgage, interest and taxes. Having a zero balance on credit cards will help your chances for getting a good rate on a mortgage.

Neighbors Disagree About Landscaping

By | February 5th, 2007|

A homeowner put a new walkway next to his driveway and along side his neighbor's yard, but is now having issues with the neighbor over conflicting landscaping. The neighbor installed a fence and removed the new sod along the walkway, causing the walkway to come apart. The best way to settle disputes with neighbors over landscaping is usually through communication, understanding, and maybe a plate of cookies.

Rental Property: A Financially Successful Investment

By | February 3rd, 2007|

Owning rental property can be a financially successful investment. Ilyce advises a reader who recently bought her first rental property on how to make her investment a financial success. One of the most important ways to make owning a rental property a financially successful investment is by renting to quality tenants.

How To File Complaint Against Real Estate Agent

By | February 2nd, 2007|

A buyer is out a large sum of money due to fraud committed by a real estate agent. A complaint can be filed against the agent, but an attorney should really be used to go after this agent. It's though to know how to proceed against the agent without the help of a competent litigator.

Condominium Building Should Limit Rentals

By | January 31st, 2007|

A condominium association can permit any owner to rent out their unit, or place restrictions on renting a home. An owner would like to have this rule changed to cap rentals. Once you change the condominium declaration or the rules and regulations, you'll have to let everyone know about the new rule and then whether to grandfather in existing rental units or make people move when the lease ends. Ilyce explains the 70/30 rule for owner occupancy and why limiting rentals is good for the building.

Nine Questions To Ask Before Hiring A Real Estate Agent

By | January 30th, 2007|

How do you hire a real estate agent? You want to find someone who will be a partner in your home selling or buying effort. Ask the questions to make sure you are compatible with your real estate agent or broker, every step of the way.

Check Real Estate Agent’s License Before Hire

By | January 29th, 2007|

Before you hire a real estate agent, make sure he or she has an active license to do business in your state. Most states require that the license is printed and displayed in the agent's office. You can also contact the state to verify the license.

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