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We all know that closing costs are those fees paid by buyers and sellers at the end of a real estate transaction when everything is finalized, dotted lines are signed, and money changes hands. What many of us are not so clear about is what those costs are really for and who pays what. And … Continued

The coronavirus pandemic has altered almost every aspect of our society. That’s especially true of the way many businesses conduct business in many industries now, particularly the real estate industry. Agents are having to adapt to these new conditions, and that also means it’s a different game for both real estate buyers and sellers. Showings … Continued

An experienced and qualified real estate agent is a great asset to have on your side. To learn some tricks of the trade that will make your home sale or purchase that much easier, check out these agent hacks for home buyers and sellers in Columbia. Make Sure the Price Is Right Any agent worth … Continued

Some view real estate investors as savvy individuals looking to exploit their hard work for personal gain, but there’s actually a lot of good that the duo of an investor and agent can provide to a neighborhood. To better understand how investors are making a difference, you need to know how the agent-investor combo is … Continued

Both sellers and buyers want the same thing: to make their home worth more. Sellers want to increase their home’s value in order to sell at a higher price. And buyers want to increase the value of their big investment. But some of the recommended home improvement projects, such as a kitchen remodel, don’t yield … Continued

In some cases, a buyer and seller may choose to use the same agent to represent both parties in a single transaction. To help you decide if this is right for you, check out these pros and cons of dual agency for buyers and sellers in Columbia. Con: Confusion The first thing that can throw … Continued

As an investor, you’re used to moving quickly and communicating effectively to close a deal. To help you meet that goal, a qualified agent can make the entire process more efficient. To better understand the agent’s function, let’s examine why every Columbia real estate investor needs a good agent on their team. Why Every Columbia … Continued

There’s a lot of room for mistakes to be made in real estate transactions by both buyers and sellers. In fact, buyers and sellers often make the same mistakes or at least similar mistakes but coming at them from different ends. And these mistakes can often be enormously costly. But with foreknowledge, you can be … Continued