While selling your house on your own will save you in real estate commissions, much of the costs you will absorb, such as marketing, are included in the commission. These savings come at a high price for most sellers, and we’ll discuss the costs you can expect with an FSBO listing in Spokane. Screening Calls … Continued
Disclosure documents in real estate require you as the seller to list any known issues with the property and remodeling projects undertaken by the current owners. The disclosure process does not exist only to protect the buyer. It is essential to understand that sellers benefit significantly from this step in any real estate transaction. Read … Continued
Downsizing homes can be a daunting task. You can feel confident moving forward and avoid the sense of dread that so often overwhelms homeowners by following a few simple tips to help you downsize your house in Spokane. Allow yourself plenty of time to go through your belongings, taking several weeks instead of trying to … Continued
Suppose you have been considering making alterations to your home. In that case, the bottom line is to make sure the work is permitted if required by law to avoid the consequences, which are much more complicated than pulling the permit initially. While you may believe you and your family will live in your current … Continued
How much you need to save to buy your first investment property in Spokane depends upon many variables. It is best when you set a goal to write out concisely on paper the steps you will take to achieve the goal. Even for experienced investors, real estate investors should perform a yearly goal check to … Continued
As a landlord, keeping tenants happy is your top priority because it helps avoid vacancies and keep your numbers in the black. Things can escalate quickly if unreported when it comes to housing repairs, such as what may be seemingly minor plumbing problems suddenly become a flood in several units. Vacancies are costly, taking time … Continued
What is wholesaling in real estate? Wholesalers approach homeowners with homes that are typically in a state of disrepair. These owners may want to sell but realize they cannot afford or are physically unable to do the work required to go through the listing process and compete on the Spokane MLS. Once the wholesaler contracts … Continued
Too young to own your own business? Not really! When it comes to building wealth, a diversified portfolio should include real estate investments. Time is definitely on your side, and the sooner you begin your investment business in life, the better. It is imperative to have the mindset of running a business from the start. … Continued
You may think it’s only the tenant who has a hard time paying the mortgage, but as a real estate investor or landlord, there may be times when it’s hard to pay the mortgage on your end as well. Here are some things you can do to avoid facing difficulty in paying your mortgage each month. Keep … Continued