Many Brokers/real estate sales agents and sellers have cordial and productive relationships working toward a common goal of selling a property. Still, there is one occasional point of contention that must be worked through at the beginning of the relationship that can set the tone for the entire engagement: COMMISSIONS. NOTE: Although we mostly use the term “commission(s)” in this article, Continue Reading
Helping Your Adult Children Buy Their First Home: What You Should Know
If you’re thinking about helping your son or daughter purchase their first home, you are not alone. Many parents, just like you, help their kids make the jump from living at home to owning one. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, 23 percent, or nearly one in four, of those 37 years old or younger used a gift from their parents to buy their first home, and 6 percent relied on a loan Continue Reading
Should I Buy Now or Wait: Advice from a Tampa Bay Real Estate Broker
We’ve heard from several clients and friends recently who said they are going to wait to buy their next (or first) Tampa Bay home. They have seen or heard recent news headlines that predict a cooled down market with better opportunities for buyers. Frustrated with the current market and being outbid several times, they are postponing their real estate dreams and resigning themselves Continue Reading
