Author: keynote

Real estate is filled with technical terms that many people aren’t familiar with, and one of those terms is “due diligence.” After a home buyer has made an offer and signed a sales contract, due diligence comes into play. The due diligence process may be unfamiliar and not a little intimidating, but it’s something you … Continued

As you know, real estate agents make their money in the form of commissions. They don’t make wages or get a salary. Instead, when agents help clients buy or sell properties, they get (typically) a percentage of the sale price as payment for the services they provide. Many buyers and sellers think agents charge too … Continued

We don’t really like to think about it or plan for it, but we should. And that is what will happen to our assets after we’re gone, especially our home. A trust is a good option here because it will avoid the long, drawn-out process of probate. Trusts aren’t just for wealthy people with a … Continued

Contingency offers are common in real estate transactions, most often as protection for buyers in certain situations. With a contingency, finalizing the transaction depends on the fulfillment of other conditions or other events taking place. A contingency offer can certainly offer you protection as a buyer, but it can also create problems. Read on to … Continued