For some of us, selling a home may seem like a simple task, but there’s a lot that goes into every real estate transaction. To save yourself the headaches and avoid the pitfalls, let’s go over 3 reasons why you need to hire an agent when selling your house in Port-Elizabeth. They Know the Landscape … Continued
Property taxes make up a big chunk of the total tax burden for homeowners, so it pays to have some understanding of this tax. Certainly, we need funding for public services and infrastructure, which are funded by property taxes, but no one wants to overpay. And a good way to ensure you aren’t being overcharged … Continued
Selling a home is seldom easy. And it only gets more difficult and takes longer if you make any mistakes along the way. The most common mistakes home sellers make typically cost them both in terms of time on the market and the final sale price. When you do things right, though, it’s usually just … Continued
Buying a home is a big step and a huge investment. So you need to make absolutely certain you’re ready and able to buy that first or next home. That means you should have a good idea of what you’re looking for, what you can afford, how you will finance it, and whether you are … Continued
If you’re selling (or for refinancing or for tax purposes), you will need to know the true value of your house. Very seldom do homeowners get it right when they price their home at what they think it’s worth – this usually winds up in an overpriced home. The three main methods for valuation are … Continued
Divorce is never something you plan on, and it’s far from a pleasant experience. But it does happen, and the divorce process is usually complicated and sometimes ugly, especially when it comes to real estate assets. Certainly, you should hope for and work toward the best and most amicable outcome, but you should also prepare … Continued
Many sellers and agents are honest and forthright, but, unfortunately, some are not. Of course, they want to and should cast their home in the best light possible to make it as appealing as possible to potential buyers. The problem, though, is that some sellers take it too far and cross the line into deception … Continued
Traditionally, the spring and summer months are when both buyers and sellers come out of the woodwork, and things can begin to move at a dizzying pace. To get things sorted out and stop them from becoming overwhelming, let’s cover how to prepare to buy and sell a Port-Elizabeth home over summer break. Budget and … Continued
Downsizing from a large, freestanding property to a smaller, more manageable unit can provide several lifestyle benefits for those who are planning to downsize or even retire. Aside from the fact that a smaller home will be far easier to maintain, it also provides the owner with far more freedom to be able to lock-up-and-go … Continued
Buying a home can be more than a little challenging. In fact, the process can be downright confusing and overwhelming, especially for first-time buyers. The chief source of home-buying anxiety is a result of knowing that it is the largest financial transaction of your life – you don’t want to make an enormously expensive blunder. … Continued
