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You are our number one priority and our team of agents is ready to help you meet your goals. We know you have a choice when choosing a real estate professional to be on your side and thus we aim to always exceed your expectations as often as possible when helping you buy or sell a home.

First Steps In Selling A Home

First it's important to determine what Your Home's Market Value is

Determining the value of your home comes from looking at a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA), considering influencing factors and the relationship of a comprehensive marketing plan with a pricing strategy. All of which we can help you do.

With so many homes on the market in Portland, what can you do to make my listing stand out?

When selling your home, our marketing will be targeted to maximize the key features buyers are looking for through the most expansive and effective media channels possible. We also focus on responding quickly and thoroughly to their inquiries in order to capitalize on their interest. Understanding the preferences of today’s buyer and how they want to be serviced is one of the most effective ways we sell your home.

When is the best time to sell my home?

This frequently asked question cannot be answered with a simple or general answer. Every real estate market is different, therefore, the best time to sell a home will be different from real estate community to real estate community. In most cases, the spring months are the best time to be selling a home. The spring months will vary from community to community. Learn about our 1% Express Listing!

Since every home sellers situation is different, you should discuss the timing of your home sale with your Realtor. In some cases, selling a home during the fall and winter months actually may be better than waiting until the spring real estate market. This is due to a combination of many factors including lower competition and that serious buyer’s are always looking for a home, just to mention a couple factors. Get you custom market report here!
How much do I need for a down payment?

The national average for down payments is 11%. But that figure includes first time and repeat buyers. Let’s take a closer look. Want to know what you are approved for?

While the broad down payment average is 11%, first time homebuyers usually only put down 3 to 5% on a home. That’s because several first-time home buyer programs don’t require big down payments. A longtime favorite, the FHA loan, requires 3.5% down. What’s more, some programs allow down payment contributions from family members in the form of a gift.

Some programs require even less. VA loans and USDA loans can be made with zero down. However, these programs are more restrictive. VA loans are only made to former or current military servicemembers. USDA loans are only available to low to-middle income buyers in USDA-eligible rural areas.

For many years, conventional loans required a 20% down payment. These types of loans were typically taken out by repeat buyers who could use equity from their existing home as a source of down payment funds. However, some newer conventional loan programs are available with 3% down if the borrower carries private mortgage insurance (PMI). Want us to find homes that fit your budget, click here!
I'm relocating to Chicago, Illinois How can Big Next Move help me transition?

Buying a home is a step toward an American Dream, financial security and building equity. It is typically the most significant investment for an individual or a family, making the process both exciting and overwhelming, especially for first-time homebuyers. Understanding the process and having the right agent to assist you can make home buying enjoyable and rewarding.
Who pays the Realtor fees when buying a home?

One reason why buyers often question the need for having a Realtor when buying a home is because they don’t understand who actually pays the Realtor fees. Well, the Seller of the home is who pays those associated fees so the clients buying the home get all the Realtors hard work for free! Click here to get started today!

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