Monthly Archives: August 2021
WHAT IS THE BEST WAY TO ESTIMATE THE VALUE OF YOUR HOME
Dave, We are thinking about selling our house, but we would first like to know how much our home is worth. We’ve seen a few websites—like Zillow and Truila, just to name a couple of them—that say they can estimate the value for us, but we aren’t sure if they are reliable. We know you’ve... Read More
HOW CAN WE REMAIN OPEN TO HIGHER OFFERS WITHOUT LOSING THE BUYER
Dave, There are four siblings involved in trying to sell a house. The Realtor has it listed a price that two of us feel is too low. His hope/plan is to have an offer at the open house the day the house is listed. It seems like this will trigger an aggressive buyer to either... Read More
IS IT SAFE TO USE A MORTGAGE LOAN APPLICATION PORTAL
Dave, We were applying for a 30-year fixed-rate mortgage. Our credit scores are in the 800’s, and we were applying for a mortgage in order to avoid IRA withdrawals and the taxes. This mortgage company is pushing us to use an internet portal that requires all of our passwords to our banking and investment accounts.... Read More
WHAT IS A POCKET LISTING
Hi, Dave. Great columns. I always learn a lot. Can you explain exactly what “pocket” or “off-market listings” are, how they work, and how a buyer can tap into that segment of the market? Thanks. Bill F., Grand Junction Bill F, The under used, but often successful “pocket listing”! One of my favorites! A pocket... Read More