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first time buyers Key Questions to Ask When Choosing a Real Estate Agent Whether you’re buying or selling, working with a real estate agent is an essential part of the process. But before choosing an agent to work with, there are a few key questions to ask to determine if their expertise & marketing tactics are right for you — and your home. So, how do you know […]
community Moved In? Now What? – A Post Move Check List So, it’s been a month since you moved into your new home. The empty boxes are stacked in corners like miniature Leaning Towers of Pisas and you are missing some key pieces of mail. The moving checklist guided you day by day, but now that the moving storm has subsided, how do you complete the settling in […]
Buyers 7 Things to Do Before Moving into Your New Home The keys are yours, now what? VICTORIA KEICHINGERTODAY Congratulations! You’re a new homeowner. While you may not be able to wait to move in, there are a few things you should consider tackling before hanging those family photos on the walls. 1. Change the locks – For peace of mind, it’s a good idea to change out […]
appraisal When is the Right Time to Sell? Jessica Riffle Edwards with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage answers this age old question. GUSTAVO GONZALEZTODAY When is the right time to sell your home? Is it in the spring? Is it in the summer? Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage agent Jessica Riffle Edwards sheds a little light on this age old question. Watch the video below […]
Buyer's Market Considering a Career in Real Estate? What does it take to have a successful career in real estate? A Coldwell Banker young rising star shares his story. VICTORIA KEICHINGERTODAY Have you ever thought about a career in real estate, but aren’t sure you have what it takes? We caught up with Joe Piccininni, an agent with Coldwell Banker Beau Hulse Realty in […]
community Coldwell Banker at Inman Connect San Francisco 2017 Inman Connect San Francisco brings together more than 4,000 of the most important people in real estate including top-producing agents and brokers, CEOs of leading real estate franchises and tech entrepreneurs to embrace and leverage the change that surrounds real estate. Coldwell Banker showed up big this year.  From the stage to the lobby Gen Blue […]
appraisal Condo vs. Townhouse Condo and townhouses are often lumped together, but have some significant differences. Agent Jessica Riffle Edwards explains the differences between the two. GUSTAVO GONZALEZTODAY I’ll admit it, I’ve owned a condo for the last three and a half years and just found out what the difference was between a townhouse and a condo. While you […]
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appraisal Help! My Home Isn’t Selling You listed your home for sale, but the home isn’t selling! Learn the simple things you can do to sell your home faster with Coldwell Banker real estate agents. ALEXANDRA FILIACI TODAY You listed your home for sale with high hopes. You love your property and you felt certain that it would sell in a reasonable […]
Buyer's Market How to Tell the Difference Between a Buyer’s Market and a Seller’s Market This is SO IMPORTANT  for you to know as a Buyer or Seller so that you can strategize your plan of action wisely and accurately. Of course, your agent can easily explain this to you, but you need to understand it! Make no mistake, if you don’t pay attention to the difference in these two markets, […]
buying 7 Things To Know Before Becoming A Landlord Thinking about investing in a rental property?  Here are some great tips that will get you started! First-time homebuyers are a declining group. Historically, 40% of homebuyers have been first-time buyers, but that percentage continues to shrink, even as millennials continue to show more interest in becoming buyers (eventually). If you’re already a homeowner, your wheels might be […]
Buyers What Is Equity and Why Is It Important? This is information, that you, as a homeowner or buyer, really need to know. Read on for the ins and outs of equity! Have you heard that owning a home helps ‘build equity’ but still not sure what that means? Get the information from the experts at Coldwell Banker. You’ve probably heard people throw around […]
Buyers Why You Really Need a Home Inspection This is such an important topic and a MUST READ for buyers! Buying a house is probably the single largest investment you’ll ever make – learn how getting a home inspection can help you get the most value for your home. Buying a house is probably the single largest investment you’ll ever make, and you […]
Buyers What Are Closing Costs? First time home buyers…this ones for YOU!  Must read! What are closing costs? What should I know before getting my next loan?   What Are Closing Costs? Closing costs are fees paid in connection with the refinance or transfer of ownership in real property. They are paid by either the buyer or the seller on […]
buying First-Time Homeowners: Everything You Need to Know About Homeowners Insurance Oh my…this is a MUST READ for First Time Home buyers!  Don’t leave home without it! What exactly is home insurance and do I really need it? Ready to buy your first home? Before you dot the I’s and cross the T’s on your mortgage, it is important to understand the ins and outs of […]
buying 10 Questions For Mortgage Lenders The most frustrating part of your homeowner purchase if you are not paying cash?  The mortgage application and approval hands down!  Start off your journey with some great advice! Prepare for your meeting with your mortgage lender by showing up with these 10 questions. Buying a home starts with finding the right mortgage lender. Here […]
appraisal Does It Really Matter What Your Neighbor’s Home Sold For? Interesting food for thought. Depending on the dynamics of the other homes in the neighborhood, fair market values can vary. Whether you’re buying or selling, remember that your neighbor’s sale price is just one piece of the puzzle. Whether you’re buying or selling, make sure you look beyond the data to get the big picture on […]
buying Are You Forgetting This Crucial Aspect Of Your House Hunt? Lucky for you, Coldwell Banker Kappel Gateway property search function has a drive time filter! A very important consideration you should be aware of if you are a commuter. If you had to choose, would you pick the dream house or the dream commute? Anyone stuck in traffic can tell you just how important commute […]
buying I Can’t Get a Traditional Mortgage… What Are My Alternatives?   Quandry: You are faced with circumstances that may prevent you from obtaining a traditional mortgage. Don’t panic…you have alternatives! You want to buy a house, but your credit history isn’t in tip top shape, or you cannot show a consistent cash flow even though you have a lot of money saved in the bank […]
babies 9 Questions To Ask When Searching For A Family Home These are serious questions you need to ask when purchasing a home, especially if you are a first time homebuyer! Here’s how to find a house your growing family will love for years to come. Unless you’re planning on doing your own version of Fixer Upper, the general home-buying rule of thumb is to look […]