Andretta Pierce South Suburbs Real Estate

1. Making a big purchase like buying a car before a house.  A big purchase would use up a considerable proportion of a a borrower's total credit limit. 2. Not having a Home Inspection: With all the distressed properties on the market skipping a home inspection is a big mistake. One Home Inspector said to me, he would do a home inspection ...

It is Over! $8000 you will never see if you are a potential home buyer and you did not get a contract in by April 30th. Let's examine some of the reasons. 1. Working with a Part Time Realtor. You chose to work with a  part time Realtor who was a friend or a relative that did not show properties to you in a timely ...

We hear so much about foreclosures....but do you know how they affect your property taxes?  The answer...a lot. It is a snowball effect that affects all homeowners...and if you don't believe me...were you surprised when you opened your tax bill (which was mailed very early)in Cook County and found your property tax bill had been ...

How not to rent to own a house?  How many times have Real Estate Agents received phone calls from "for sale" signs posted in front of their listings from renters or future homeowners....who cannot purchase right now.....but are quick to ask... "Hello...I was wondering if the seller of this beautiful home would be willing to ...

1.  They don't ask enough questions of their lender and end up missing out on the best deal. Some of the questions are: Where is my loan originating from?  Who will service the loan? What are the fees? How can I get a lower interest rate? What is private mortgage insurance? What other products do you offer? 2. They don't act ...

Buying a home and being a first time buyer should be fun, not stressful. Let's look at ways to make it peaceful. Find a good real estate agent you can relate to: check out how they communicate with you, make it a personality fit. Emotions run high when buying, a good Realtor will keep your emotions in check.Don't let all the news ...