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March 3rd, 2024 at 11:00 am

A guide to buying a house for sale by owner (FSBO)

Updated March 3, 2024

When you’re planning to find your next home—or your first—you have a stack of to-do lists on your plate, from moving arrangements, figuring out what to look for when buying a house, and recalculating your wish list and budgeting to houses on the market. 

The good news is that a real estate professional familiar with these transactions can guide you through the sometimes-challenging process of FSBO homes, and you can widen your search to include them and potentially find what you’re looking for at a pleasing price. Find an agent with skills to fit your needs from Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties.

Below we’ll review benefits and cons of buying market properties that are for sale by owner, and what to look out for. 

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October 12th, 2023 at 11:00 am

What is a CMA in real state?

You’re searching for a new house and are ready to enjoy all the benefits of owning a home, and you’ve partnered with a REALTOR® to help you find the perfect property, navigate the offers and negotiations processes, and communicate with home sellers in your area. If you’re curious about what kind of home to buy, read up on buying a fixer-upper vs a move-in ready home and what are tract houses to make sure you know your own real estate goals when entering the market.

When you’re determining your budget or preparing to make an offer, your REALTOR® will likely suggest building a CMA, or a Comparative Market Analysis (sometimes referred to as a comparable market analysis). But what is a CMA in real estate, and how can it help you as a buyer?

In essence, a CMA is a tool you can use to see how a property’s value measures up compared to others. Understanding a CMA is the first step to becoming a more savvy buyer, and this helpful tool will allow you to assess your local market options, determine a homes value, and deliver airtight, fair offers.

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August 25th, 2023 at 11:00 am

Understanding California closing costs in real estate

Buying a house is a major purchase. In fact, for most people, it will be either the largest or one of the largest purchases of their lives. It can be easy to become fixated on that big number that you’ll be paying down for many years to come. However, even that big number doesn’t tell the whole story.

For one thing, it doesn’t include the seller closing costs and buyer closing costs.

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July 19th, 2023 at 4:00 pm

If you’re selling a home, choosing your real estate agent is an important decision. The agent you should work with is one that both understands your goals and objectives and also sees the importance of meeting your needs. Your agent is the key to a successful real estate experience. Choosing the right agent doesn’t have to be a painful experience, but it should involve some questions.

Start the process by asking your friends, family, and coworkers for recommendations. Look at agent reviews on websites like Yelp to see what others are saying. When you’ve narrowed down your list, select two to five agents to meet with for a preliminary interview.

Once you’ve selected a few agents, it’s time to start the interview process. Avoid real estate agents that promise unrealistic attainable suggestions. For example, don’t hire the agent that gives you the highest list price, just because he or she gave you the highest price. Instead, use these questions as a guide to helping you find the most compatible real estate agent.

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July 12th, 2023 at 4:00 pm

The final walkthrough is an exciting time for homebuyers. At this point, you’re close to becoming a homeowner. Don’t let the joy and prospect of owning a new home let you forget the importance of a final walkthrough. Be sure you’re taking a careful look around your property. During a final walkthrough you can determine if repairs have been completed and confirm that the property is in adequate condition. To help guide you through the final walkthrough, we’ve put together this checklist. Print it out and bring with when you’re ready to inspect your property.

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