Frequently Asked Questions

First impressions matter in business, but especially in real estate. Anyone walking through a house or touring it virtually will be looking for ways to pass or negotiate down on the price. We will advice you and give you estimates that will help you make the best decision on preparing your home for sale.

Getting a pre-sale home inspected is never a bad idea. Homebuyers will hire their own home inspection and their inspector will find some faulty items, but if you know of them first, then you will be able to address them beforehand. Although if you want to sell fast and its as-is condition, you may opt not to, of course, knowing that offers may reflect that fact.

The selling price of a house fluctuates depending on multiple factors. The most common ones are the neighborhood and what similar-sized houses are currently selling for. Also, look at the age and condition. Do major repairs need to be done? If so, that might lower the price for the property. And again, the market matters. Like everything else, home prices vary depending on supply and demand.

Once the house is on the market, it may take anywhere from four to six weeks to sell. However, if the market is fairly hot, a seller could see their house off the market within a week. On the flip side, if there is a lull in the market or issues arise such as negotiation, lack of exposure, or house conditions then the property can sit on the market for much longer.

Yes, almost everything in real estate is negotiable. Typically, there is a difference between a home’s list price and how much it actually sells for. The current market’s saturation will determine how much wiggle room there is for negotiation.

A public tax assessor gives the assessed value for a property. This assessment typically occurs yearly for taxation purposes. The fair market value is an agreed-upon price between a willing buyer and seller. There is usually a difference between the assessed value and market value.

Every market presents challenges and opportunities, if you find yourself in need to buy a property and you can afford it then you should go for it. In Real Estate is always better to buy and wait than wait and then buy. In normal circumstances Real Estate always appreciate in value, and even when the market goes down it will come back even higher than before. Just ask your parents how much they paid for their home...one day you may tell your own kids what you paid for yours and they will give you the same look you gave your parents.

Congratulations! You are on your way to homeownership, the first thing you will need to do is to be pre-approved for a loan. Talk to a mortgage broker and find out what you qualify for. Remember that you should be confortable with your future monthly payments do not over extend. If you need help finding the right lender or mortgage broker, we can refer some.

If your planning to move in close proximity to your current residence or within the same county then we can help you list your home for sale with a subject to clause. This means that we'll find you a buyer and then help you find your next home and both transactions shall close concurrently, this way you only move once. We can do the same if you move long distance as well, with close collaboration with all parties involved we can make it happen for you.

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At Aponte Real Estate, we understand selling or buying a property could be an overwhelming experience. That's why our team of friendly experts is dedicated to making your real estate journey smooth and stress-free. From finding the perfect buyer or the perfect home to negotiating the best deal, we've got you covered. We will support you and guide you every step of the way.