What Happens at Closing
What Happens at Closing?
It's the moment you've been waiting for—well, one of them. You've gone through the home-buying process, made an offer, and now it's time to sign on the dotted line. But what exactly happens at a closing? Let's dive in ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on December 9, 2022 in Buying a Home
What Not To Do After Closing on A House
What Not To Do After Closing on A House
5 Tips
You've finally closed on your home and can breathe a sigh of relief. But what comes next? Here's what not to do after closing on your home:
Don't make major changes until you've lived there a year. ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on November 16, 2022 in Buying a Home
What is a Buyer Agency Agreement
What is a Buyer Agency Agreement
The worst thing you can say if you’re looking to purchase a home is “I’ll work with whoever finds me a house.”
I only work with buyers that sign exclusive buyer representation ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 7, 2022 in Buying a Home
Should I Buy A Home Now or Wait Until 2023?
Should I Buy a Home Now or Wait Until 2023?
Not sure if it is a good time to buy a house. The real estate market is shifting … in a good way. The last couple of years have been intense. In all my 21 years in the business ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on June 29, 2022 in Buying a Home
What Not to Say When Touring a Home
What Not to Say When Touring a Home
One thing to not do while you’re touring a house is talk about what you think about that house while you’re inside of it. 99% of sellers have some sort of recording devices or inside their home ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on June 23, 2022 in Buying a Home
When You Need a Buyer's Agent
When You Need a Buyer's Agent
Buyer's Agency Representation
A lot of people think when buying a home they should go straight to the listing agent and I’m going to give you an analogy that basically explains why you should not do that. ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on June 11, 2022 in Buying a Home
A Key To Building Wealth Is Homeownership
A Key To Building Wealth Is Homeownership
The link between financial security and homeownership is especially important today as inflation rises. But many people may not realize just how much owning a home contributes to your ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on May 20, 2022 in Buying a Home
How to Avoid a Bidding War
How to Avoid a Bidding War
3 Pro Tips to Avoid a Bidding War!
If you're a buyer and are tired of swinging and missing, I've got three tips that will help you negotiate a deal on a house within your budget!
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Posted by Janice Allen on May 14, 2022 in Buying a Home
How to Make an Offer on a Property
Putting in an offer on a property is an “official” thing - it’s got to be in writing
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Posted by Janice Allen on April 21, 2022 in Buying a Home
What is an Escalation Clause?
In today’s Getting Real With Janice Allen Show, I'm going to answer a question I get asked almost all the time, especially during this hot multiple offer environment we are in . When using an escalation clause in a multiple offer situation be ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on April 2, 2022 in Buying a Home
Multiple Offers - How to Win a Bidding War
Here are my Top 6 Tips, on how you can win A BIDDING WAR (aka Multiple Offer Situation)
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Posted by Janice Allen on March 5, 2022 in Buying a Home
What Are Closing Costs?
What Are Closing Costs?
Fees for Buying a Home
The closing is the process of passing ownership of a property from the seller to the buyer. As a buyer, you will sign what seems like endless piles of documents and will have to present ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on September 22, 2021 in Buying a Home
Tips for Buying Waterfront Property
Tips for Buying Waterfront Property
Check out these tips for buying waterfront property
You may not be the only one hoping to move towards the water because of all these advantages. With only so much lakefront to give away, competition Before you ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on August 6, 2021 in Buying a Home
What Is An Appraisal Gap?
What Is An Appraisal Gap?
Appraisal Gaps Make Winning Offers On Homes!
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Posted by Janice Allen on July 29, 2021 in Buying a Home
Inflation & Rising Home Prices - Should You Buy?
Inflation is rising and so are home prices. Should you buy right now? Last week there was a big jump with inflation … 4.2% which is a jump we haven’t seen in awhile. And according to CNBC, when the economy was slowing down last year, ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on May 26, 2021 in Buying a Home
You Bought a House ... Now What?!
So you closed on your new house, have the keys in hand, now what? Here’s where I’ll give you a transition plan for the first few days in your new house.
You’ve just completed the biggest financial transaction of your life and can ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on May 20, 2021 in Buying a Home
How to Buy a Retirement Home in This Crazy Market
If you're wondering how to buy and sell in this crazy market, this episode is for you!
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Posted by Janice Allen on May 4, 2021 in Buying a Home
Will Increasing Mortgage Rates Impact Home Prices?
There has been some discussion recently on home prices in relation to mortgage rates. Some believe if there is a rapid rise of mortgage rates, home prices should decrease. Logically it makes the most sense for the price of the house to drop when ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on March 5, 2021 in Buying a Home
Common Things to Look Out for Before Buying Your Dream Home
It is easy to become overwhelmed when you enter the home buying market. Friends, family, colleagues, and even acquaintances will give you their opinions if you are a first time home buyer. While most of them are looking out for your best interest, ...
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Posted by Janice Allen on March 5, 2021 in Buying a Home
Is Getting a Home Mortgage Still Too Difficult?
Potential homebuyers are always cautioned to be aware of mortgage lending standards and the difficulty they might face when trying to obtain a mortgage. Credit availability is expanding, making it easier to get a mortgage now than it was a year ago....
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Posted by Janice Allen on March 5, 2021 in Buying a Home