Buying a Project Home

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In today’s housing market you can find almost any type of home you can think of. From new homes to Victorian homes, you can find it. One type of home that many people shy away from are project homes, also known as fixer uppers. Often a little TLC can spruce up a project home, but sometimes a project home could be a money pit. Before investing in a project home you should consider a few factors.

First, consider how much time and money you have to put into the home. Fixer uppers take a certain amount of commitment from their owners, and sometimes if major repairs cannot be made early on then the house could deteriorate into further disrepair.

You should inspect the home and surrounding property carefully. The owners may not have filled the realtor or you in on everything at fault with the house. Make sure to check the house foundation, pipes, and wood for any signs of problems too large for you to handle. If possible, you may want to hire an inspector to look at the home and tell you everything that will have to be done.

Consider if you are going to be living in the house while doing the repairs. Most home buyers are planning to move into their new house right away, and so should carefully consider the full extent of the work the home will need. Ask yourself if it is safe or reasonable for you to live in the house while doing repairs. If not then you may want to look for a home that will need less TLC.

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Buying a new home can be stressful, especially for first time buyers. Buying a fixer upper can be even trickier. If you’re interested in buying a project home then it is a great time to get in touch with a RE/MAX agent, like Lisa Jones. Lisa can help you narrow down your search and get you well on your way into your new home.

I am a seasoned realtor in College Station, TX affiliated with RE/MAX Bryan-College Station. I offer a one-stop source for real estate services and information about Bryan-College Station Real Estate. Please visit my website for a complete list of real properties for sale in Bryan College Station - you just might find the home you have been dreaming of! Or Call today (979) 255-7010   

Real Estate Specialists: The Buyer's Agent

Never before has the role of specialists in the world of real estate been more important. With buyers and sellers requiring more services, the industry has seen an explosion of agents who specialize in either the representation of sellers or buyers. These specialist agents can provide a wealth of services and maintain a complete impartiality during the sales process as there is only one client to concern them. 

Historically the sales transaction and the concerns of the buyer were the purview of a single realtor. However, as the industry has progressed so have the needs of each party and so the specialist arose. Buyers have some very particular needs, and specifically the need to feel that their best interests are seen to. Listing agents are representatives of the home's owner and in that role they have a primary responsibility to that owner. How could they properly look after the needs of an interested buyer as well? 

So what is it that a buyer's agent does? Primarily the buyer's agent will begin with the location of suitable properties for their clients. This is usually based upon a list of requirements and desires that the client has communicated to the agent. They will then arrange viewings and recap their findings with their clients and assist in deciding upon a good candidate for an offer. This will be based on the wealth of community information that a buyer's agent commands. As specialists, they are experts on their given area which is critical in the education of clients on the areas that they are considering. Once a property is decided upon, the buyer's agent changes significantly, evolving into an overseer-negotiator role. They will typically coordinate the inspections and conduct the negotiations with the listing agent. This includes the execution of the buyers subjects and the closing of the actual contract. 

There is an art to representing a buyer. It is a role that has become ever more crucial in an industry where customer service is the single most important thing that an agent can offer. If you are in the market for a home then the buyer's agent is the friend that you need to make sure that you are given the service that you deserve.

 

Lisa Jones is a seasoned realtor affiliated with RE/MAX Bryan-College Station. She offers a one-stop source for real estate services and information about Bryan-College Station Real Estate. Visit her homepage for a complete list of real properties college station, and you just might find the home you have been dreaming to have.