How Can You Ensure Your Offer Is Accepted?

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The spring market here in Birmingham is on fire right now. To help you make the most of a crowded market, I want to share some advice on how to handle a multiple offer situation. Here are a few things to think about when you're competing against other offers:

• How much are you asking the sellers to pay in closing costs? 
• How flexible are you on the closing date?
• Are you working with a reputable lender? 
• Are you conditionally approved? 
• Do you know what the seller is looking for?

As you can see, it's crucial to have a general idea of your needs and the seller's needs when trying to get your offer accepted. If you have any questions for us, or if you would like our assistance, give us a call or shoot us a quick email. We would love to hear from you! 

 

Can You Avoid These Common Real Estate Mistakes?

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 With the busy spring real estate season in full swing, there is no better time to discuss common home buying mistakes you should be aware of! Here are a few of the mistakes unwitting home buyers make:

1. Relying on information found online: A lot of times, the information you find on the Internet is outdated or flat out inaccurate. If you want reliable real estate information, your best resource is a real estate professional.
2. Failing to get pre-approved: If you submit an offer on a home that has garnered offers from other buyers, your offer will likely be rejected if it doesn't have a pre-approval letter from a lender along with it. If you have a pre-approval from a reputable lender, you offer is almost as good as a cash offer.
3. Not knowing the market shifts frequently: Market conditions are constantly changing and are location dependent. About 24 months ago, it was a strong buyer's market; prospective buyers could make various requests that the seller would likely fulfill. Now, there are a ton of buyers out there looking for a home! To get good information so you make informed decisions, you need to speak with a real estate professional!
4. Getting Picky: If you get picky about paying a few extra dollars on a home, you're giving up the lifestyle that you and your family deserve. Keep in mind that in a few years you'll probably not mind paying the extra money for the home because you and your family deserve it.

Avoiding these mistakes is crucial if you want the buying process to go smoothly. Give us a call or shoot us an email if you need real estate assistance of any kind. We would love to give you a hand!