We Tried to Sell Our Home by Owner

We Tried to Sell Our Home by Owner

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We Tried to Sell Our Home by Owner

I’m Harvey James, thanks for stopping by my website. My wife and I thought it would be easy to sell our house without the help of a realtor. We live in an affluent residential area where homes sell quickly. Our house is in excellent condition inside and out, so of course it would be easy to sell, right? Wrong! We found that there’s nothing simple about selling your own home. We put a sign out front and did a bit of advertising. Five months later we still had our house on the market and had only had one very low offer. My wife suggested we contract with a broker, so we decided to give it a try. Three weeks after the agent listed our home, we had accepted an offer and were in escrow. There are many reasons to list with a realtor. I hope you benefit from my story.

 

Condos Vs. Houses: Considerations For First-Time Home Buyers

17 March 2017
 Categories: Real Estate, Blog

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When you are ready to invest in real estate for the first time, you may have a very clear idea of exactly the house you want to buy. On the other hand, you may simply feel as though you'll know it when you see it. If you are in the latter category, you may want to consider both condos and houses before choosing the right home for you.

Consideration #1: Is There a High Demand for Condos in Your Community?

If you find the idea of condo living appealing, that doesn't necessarily mean that it should be your top choice. You may want to consider whether there is a high demand for condos in your community or whether there will be in the future. It's sometimes a better investment to buy a condo than a single-family home, but it depends on your location and how popular condos are in your area.

Consideration #2: Do You Plan to Expand Your Family?

You may adore condo living when you are single or newly coupled. However, when you have a baby, you may want a back yard of your own where children can play outside with a certain amount of privacy. You may also need the room that a larger home provides. You need to consider whether you plan to expand your family and whether you may want to move to a house while keeping the condo as an investment property if you do.

Consideration #3: Do You Have Any Physical Limitations?

Anyone who has mobility issues will find that there are pros and cons to both living in a condo and choosing a house. A ranch-style home with universal modifications can cater to the needs of someone who is mostly confined to a wheelchair, while elevators and the design of condos may make condo living equally appealing. Talk to your real estate agent about any physical limitations that may impact the kind of homes you are seeking.

Finally, keep in mind that it's a good idea to go into your home search with an open mind. If you're not sure what you want, you can learn a lot from the first few condos and houses you see. If these considerations help you decide which on you prefer, be sure to talk to a real estate agent, like those at Coldwell Banker Pro West, about whether you want to buy a condo or a home, and they can help you find a home that fulfills all your expectations.