Frequently Asked Questions
Question about selling
Yes but it is unlikely. That is the short answer. In normal economic times, real estate appreciates gradually, usually about 2% per year. In times of strife, like the bust of 2006-2008, we saw huge drops in value.
Short answer: yes. Longer answer: older homes bring character, often bigger trees in established neighborhoods. New homes should not need any updates and fixes that homes will inevitably call for. So ask yourself: what do you value and then what you search for will be clear.
A broker is usually the one who is legally responsible for the behavior of their real estate agents. They usually do the recruiting and sometimes hiring of agents. Brokers, like myself are subject to more education and must meet experience milestones.
Absolutely! Just let the folks at the title company know that is how you’d like to close on your new home.
Once you have qualified for a loan, closing a home with your lender takes about 30 days.
Questions about renting
Typically 1 month rent plus that same amount as a security deposit.
In most cases, yes pets are welcome. Some landlords will have a size maximum or won’t allow cats, for example. Fees associated with pets is usually a deposit like $300/animal and sometimes it’s refundable and sometimes it’s just a fee.
Yes! If you get into a great subdivision with pools, tennis and pickleball courts, gyms, etc…it is usually included at no extra cost.
This fee is usually up to the renter. If it is something you do not want to handle, just explain that to your agent and she can see what can be arranged.
This is usually a case by case basis. Some HOAs require a minimum number of months to help avoid multiple moves and other inconsistencies.