The First Question You Should Ask Your Listing Agent

Posted on December 27, 2011 by tedwevans35

[originally posted by www.kcmblog.com] thank you Steve Harney

What is the most important thing a seller should look for when hiring a real estate agent to sell their house? We are often asked this question. Is it the size of the
company they are licensed with? Is it their marketing program? Their years
experience in the business? Should you choose the agent who suggests the
highest listing price? Continue reading →

Selling your Home? Is the Price Right?

Posted on November 23, 2011 by tedwevans35

Absolutely you can sell your home in less than 60 days and put more cash in your pocket! In my last blog post I updated you on 2011 statistics in the Williamsburg market – but I wanted to expand my thoughts on the very important Sold to List Price Ratio and
pricing your home properly the first time. Continue reading →

It’s a Good Time to Buy – 63% vs. It’s a Good Time to Sell – 18%

Posted on November 18, 2011 by tedwevans35

And the winner is?…..We all hear many real estate stories on local, regional, and
national news – but it is important to remember that all real estate is local. So to keep it local, I went to the Williamsburg Area Association of Realtors and pulled some information for 2011 through September 30^th. Continue reading →

Is it Time to Burn the Mortgage?

Posted on November 10, 2011 by tedwevans35

Have you ever been to a mortgage burning party? Or even heard of a mortgage burning party? Heck some of us are not even sure who is holding our mortgage. Others are walking away from their mortgages – I guess a whole new kind of party to some. But really, mortgage parties did exist… Continue reading →

It’s Time to Buy my First House – “Avoiding Common Mistakes”

Posted on October 28, 2011 by tedwevans35

This really shouldn’t apply to just first time home buyers, I’ve seen many purchasers make these mistakes on their fifth home purchase! As you read through these tips, remember to be patient and rely on the experts to help guide you through the process.

This is a fun and exciting time for you and your family, so enjoy!

Click the link to access a PDF file of Common Mistakes and Helpful Guidelines

It’s Time to Buy my First House – The “Open House”

Posted on October 13, 2011 by tedwevans35

You’ve been meaning to get out of the cramped apartment, have something you can call your own, and realize the American Dream. You think to yourself “you know, I’ve got nothing else to do today, I’m going to take a run by that Open House and check it out.”

As you drive up to the home you love the feel of the neighborhood, the house looks great, and your heart is beating a bit faster. This is the first one you’ve looked at – could it be love at first site? You can’t wait to see the inside. Continue reading →

Are you really wearing that? And other important questions to ask your Realtor.

Posted on October 5, 2011 by tedwevans35

Just the other day I listened to a couple of real estate agents exchanging their perceptions on real estate attire. After I realized the two fashionistas were
not talking about me it got me thinking…does it really matter to a client how
their Realtor is dressed? For that matter do I care about the wardrobe choices of my doctor, dentist, or accountant when I meet with them? Continue reading →