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What to Look for in a Good Las Vegas Realtor
Look for a Las Vegas realtor with experience. The real estate business is a profession with a high turnover. This means you’re likely to find many newcomers within the workforce and while a new realtor may come armed with ambition and good intentions, do you really want to trust what could potentially be one of [...]
Read More >>The Las Vegas Realtor Commission
A good Las Vegas realtor means more than just someone that provides you with the latest from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS), takes you around to view available homes or sticks a “For Sale” sign on your front lawn if you’re selling. You need someone who will take the time to sit down with you, [...]
Read More >>Are You Ready for a Lower Mortgage Payment?
Are you or someone you know considering a foreclosure? You may want to consider a short sale to save your credit! Loan Modification Verses Refinance Verses Short Sale: What is the best option for you? Loan modifications are becoming easier to obtain, but still require a “financial hardship”. This could be defined simply as loss of income. [...]
Read More >>Foreclosures
What is a Foreclosure? A foreclosure is defined as the legal process by which an owner’s right to a property is terminated, usually due to default. Typically, a foreclosure will involve a forced sale of the property at a public auction with the proceeds being applied to the mortgage debt. Timeline of a Foreclosure What [...]
Read More >>Short Sale Tips
WHAT IS A SHORT SALE? A short sale is when a lender agrees to accept an amount less than the payoff on a loan actually is. In most cases the home owner owes more on their property than it is currently worth. A seller must qualify for a short sale by proving a hardship, mainly a financial hardship. The [...]
Read More >>Surviving Escrow
You’ve Opened Escrow, Now What? Congratulations, you are on your way to owning your very own home! Follow these suggestions (and your realtor’s advice) so that escrow and settlement with go as smooth as possible. You will be asked for a down payment on the home you are purchasing. You can choose to put down [...]
Read More >>Getting The Best Mortgage Rate Online
Getting the Best Rates for Your Mortgage Naturally, you want to get the best deal for the least amount of money. This holds true for mortgage rates as well. A lower interest rate means a lower monthly mortgage payment, which can save you money in the long run. Also, it is easier to qualify for [...]
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