BAP site syndication http://www.homesofswmichigan.com Thu, 11 Mar 2010 23:39:24 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/images/M_images/ http://www.homesofswmichigan.com BAP site syndication http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/buying-a-kalamzoo-mi-home-the-offer-is-accepted-.what-not-to-d-14.html The Two Things NOT To Do After Your Offer on a Kalamazoo Home Is Accepted 1) : You've made the offer on a home for sale in Kalamazoo MI. It was accepted. Maybe the seller didn't even counter-offer. They simply accepted your offer. You've almost bought the home you've chosen. Then, later that night, or the next day, or the next, you start worrying. Did I make a good decision? Can I afford it? What if this happens? What if that happens? This is a normal reaction. It is called buyer's remorse. Almost every Kalamazoo home buyer experiences it, especially first time home buyers. It's a big decision and it's natural to second-guess yourself. The best way to handle buyer's remorse is to take out a sheet of paper and draw a line down the center. On one side, list all the positive things about buying this home. On the other side, list all of the negatives. You will very likely come to realize that buying this home is a good decision. Remember how you felt when you first walked in the door of the house? It probably felt right. That was a positive emotional reaction. What you may be experiencing now is a temporarty negative emotional reaction that will pass. Unless there is a new issue or new information that has come to light, you should attribute your feelings to simple anxiety or stress over making a big decision. 2) Shopping Spree: Buyers are sometimes so excited about their new home that they go out and order new furniture, appliances, window treatments, and sometimes even a new car! People get excited about buying their new home in Kalamazoo. I had one client who went out and purchased a $10,000 lawn tractor on credit. He figured he was going to need it and he could afford it, but this type of thing can create havoc with your credit and debt ratios that lenders look at to approve your loan. Sometimes excessive purchases can cause the lender to reduce the amount of your loan, placing your home purchase at risk. Postpone additional shopping until after closing. Once you have moved in and are settled, you can start thinking about all the amenities and extras to make the new house your home. So to summarize #2, When buying homes for sale Kalamazoo (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com) MI, you should avoid until after closing the following; opening new credit accounts, buying anyhing on credit of any significant amount, changing your savings or checking account, changing where you bank, and depositing or withdrawing large sums of money into your accounts. But you should: continue to pay your bills on time and of course you really should keep your job! The top choice for information regarding homes for sale in Kalamazoo MI, home buying tips for Kalamazoo area homebuyers, selling a home in Kalamazoo MI or investing in Kalamazoo real estate, visit http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com).We've worked hard to make our website user-friendly AND comprehensive.You'll even find a very easy system to search the Kalamazoo area MLS for homes for sale in Kalamazoo. If you or someone you know are in need of a competent and caring real estate professional in or near Kalamazoo MI, I hope you will contact me. (mailto:Joel@AHeadForRealEstate.com) Blog - Buyer Info Thu, 26 Feb 2009 13:33:01 +0100 http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/buying-a-kalamzoo-mi-home-the-offer-is-accepted-.what-not-to-d-14.html http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/selling-your-kalamazoo-area-home-the-advantages-of-internet-based-mark-13.html Why do I choose to advertise Kalamazoo Homes For sale on the Internet Have you noticed how many fewer real estate ads are running in the Kalamazoo Gazette? Have you noticed how much smaller the Sunday Open House section in the Kalamazoo Gazette has become? Then there is the Homes Magazine. Have you noticed the Homes Magazine is about half as thick as it was just a couple of years ago? Kalamazoo real estate ads have found a new home. I'm not the only person who has figured out the advantages of Internet based marketing has over print advertising. The Internet has largely replaced newspapers as the advertising medium of choice for real estate listings, not just in the Kalamazoo MI area, but all over the world. So WHY is that? Because information can be changed or updated almost instantly, listings can be searched and sorted by price or area, and the information is available to prospective buyers 24 hours a day, seven days a week. If properly put together, a home listed for sale in Kalamazoo can be displayed not only with a very complete description of the house and property, but with color photos as well. In addition to photos, there are virtual tours and even video. According to a recent survey by the National Association of Realtors, almost 80% of all buyers use the Internet to search for a new home. They like the ability to see pictures and obtain additional information. Plus, buyers who search on the Web spend an average of $22,600 more for their new home than other buyers. If my goal is to sell your home for the best price in the least amount of time, Internet marketing is an obvious choice. The top choice for information regarding homes for sale in Kalamazoo MI, home buying tips for Kalamazoo area homebuyers, selling a home in Kalamazoo MI or investing in Kalamazoo area real estate, visit http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com).We've worked hard to make our website user-friendly AND comprehensive.You'll even find a very easy system to search the Kalamazoo area MLS for homes for sale Kalamazoo (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com). If you or someone you know are in need of a competent and caring real estate professional in or near Kalamazoo MI, I hope you will contact me (mailto:Joel@AHeadForRealEstate.com). If you are thinking of selling your Kalamazoo area home and would like a market price evaluation, I will be happy to provide that to you online. Free of charge and free of obligation or hassle. Simply provide to me some information about your home in the form below and I will send you via email an online evaluation as thorough as it can be performed without ever seeing your home. Blog - Seller Info Wed, 25 Feb 2009 07:48:31 +0100 http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/selling-your-kalamazoo-area-home-the-advantages-of-internet-based-mark-13.html http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/choosing-a-kalamazoo-area-real-estate-agent-14.html When you choose a Kalamazoo area real estate agent, you’re selecting someone to represent you in one of the largest financial transactions and biggest decisions you may ever undertake. As the Internet continues to simplify the way people research buying and selling homes in Kalamazoo, there are many good reasons to choose an agent who is comfortable and knowelgeable of the power of technology to provide you with exceptional service, including: ·Providing you with an online home evaluation to stay on top of current market value. Sending up-to-date information by email for you to review at your convenience.· · Emailing new home listings to you as soon as desirable properties hit the market.· Delivering e-newsletters and market updates to keep you informed about market trends and other important matters.· Showcasing your home on the major real estate portals on the Web to help you sell it for top dollar. If you’re thinking about buying or selling or simply want to stay informed about the Kalamazoo real estate market, using technology helps me consistently provide you with timely information and outstanding service. Please don’t hesitate to call or email me if I can help you. The top choice for information regarding homes for sale in Kalamazoo MI, home buying tips for Kalamazoo area homebuyers, selling a home in Kalamazoo MI or investing in Kalamazoo area real estate, visit http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com.We've worked hard to make our website user-friendly AND comprehensive.You'll even find a very easy system to search the Kalamazoo area MLS for homes for sale in Kalamazoo. If you or someone you know are in need of a competent and caring real estate professional in or near Kalamazoo MI, I hope you will contact me. Blog - Seller Info Mon, 23 Feb 2009 20:45:06 +0100 http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/choosing-a-kalamazoo-area-real-estate-agent-14.html http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/selling-your-kalamazoo-mi-home-the-3-ps-of-success-2.html What does it take to sell a home in today's buyers market in Kalamazoo MI? It Takes The Three P's; 1. Product. That's your house. After your home is on the market, it is a product. It is inventory. Part of the chain of supply vs. demand. 2. Presentation. That is the marketing I provide when you choose me to sell your home. That marketing includes:* Keys to maximizing 'curb appeal' to capture the interest of more buyers* Unique effective techniques to reach busy, discriminating buyersI have 64 point marketing plan that includes a focus on web based marketing, because that is where the buyers are. The National Association of Realtors has discovered in a recent survey that over 80% of home buyers begin their search for a new homes in Kalamazoo on the Web. 3. Price. There is no getting around it, price is critical in a buyers market. Home buyers and their Kalamazoo area real esate agents (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com) are ignoring all but the best buys. But homes ARE selling. Imagine what would happen if your house was perfectly clean, staged properly, and set up to make the absolute finest first impression it could make but it was overpriced. Home buyers may remember how nice it was, but don't expect offers. All of the marketing in the world won't get your house sold if it's overpriced. Dangling a price that is too high for the market just won't work today. I can help save you time, energy and stress in selling your home for the highest amount of money the market will bring. Whenever you're ready, I can schedule a no-obligation meeting to discuss your options by phone or in person. Meanwhile, if you would like an online market evaluation of your home as it compares to other homes in your Kalamazoo area neighborhood that are currently for sale, please complete the form below. Naturally, there is no obligation and never a hassle. The top choice for information regarding homes for sale in Kalamazoo MI, home buying tips for Kalamazoo area homebuyers, selling a home in Kalamazoo MI or investing in Kalamazoo area real estate, visit http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com).We've worked hard to make our website user-friendly AND comprehensive.You'll even find a very easy system to search the Kalamazoo area MLS for homes for sale in Kalamazoo. If you or someone you know are in need of a competent and caring real estate professional in or near Kalamazoo MI, I hope you will contact me. Blog - Local Market Info Sun, 22 Feb 2009 12:45:56 +0100 http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/selling-your-kalamazoo-mi-home-the-3-ps-of-success-2.html http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/making-an-offer-on-a-kalamazoo-mi-home-for-sale-kalamazoo-home-buyer-13.html The smoothest transactions are transactions with a win-win outcome Both the buyer and the seller feel good about the transaction and everybody feels they have been treated fairly. As a buyer of a home in Kalamazoo MI, wouldn't it be nice to be able to call the previous owners with questins you may have about the operation of a mechanical component of the house? You might have a question about an appliance warranty expiration. It's always nice to be able to call and ask questions of the previous owner and be received warmly. One of the best reasons to work with a buyers agent when purchasing a home for sale in Kalamazoo is that the buyers agent represents you and negotiates on your behalf. Agents act as buffers between each party, minimizing the emotions of the buyer and seller. If you've ever been involved in a real estate transaction, you know that emotions can rise to the surface quite readily. When you make an offer, the seller can accept, decline, or counter it. The best tips to ensure that your offer is accepted include: * Be pre-approved by a lender. This strengthens your position. * Provide a substantial deposit. This shows you are serious about the property. This deposit is known as "Earnest Money" or "Good Faith Deposits" . They are not a charge or a fee. The deposit is credited to your downpayment or closing costs. Naturally, if your offer isn't accepted the deposit is returned to you. * Limit your contingencies to those important to you, such as financing, inspections, and the sale of your current home if necessary. The cleaner the offer, the more likely it is to be seriously considered. This is especially true if you are offering less than list price. * I'll help you create the offer including the amount. If your offer is too low, the seller may not even consider countering your offer. If your offer is too high, well then you may end up paying more for the house than you need to pay. In this buyers market we are in here in the Kalamazoo MI area, homes will often sell for considerably less than the list price. You want to balance your desire for the home vs. your desire to pay as little as possible for it. Be ready to pay a bit more for a home you REALLY want, especially if you expect to live there more than a couple of years! My goal as your Kalamazoo area real estate agent is to get you the best home for you with the best terms possible. I will negotiate on your behalf, working hard to help you get what you want and what you need. The top choice for information regarding homes for sale in Kalamazoo MI (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com), home buying tips for Kalamazoo area homebuyers, selling a home in Kalamazoo MI or investing in Kalamazoo area real estate, visit http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com (http://www.HomesofSWMichigan.com).We've worked hard to make our website user-friendly AND comprehensive.You'll even find a very easy system to search the Kalamazoo area MLS for homes for sale in Kalamazoo. If you or someone you know are in need of a competent and caring real estate professional in or near Kalamazoo MI, I hope you will contact me. (mailto:Joel@AHeadForRealEstate.com) Blog - Buyer Info Sun, 22 Feb 2009 12:02:57 +0100 http://www.homesofswmichigan.com/making-an-offer-on-a-kalamazoo-mi-home-for-sale-kalamazoo-home-buyer-13.html