Carefully-Crafted Tips

Real Estate Without the Hassle

Our team knows firsthand just how stressful and confusing the real estate buying or selling process can be; but don’t fret, you’re in good hands! Read these tips from our real estate professionals to make your home buying or selling a breeze.

Home Buying Tips

Your Title Goes Here

Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.

Check Your Credit

Errors on your credit can affect the interest on your loan and will determine how much you save in the long run.

Decide Your Down Payment

Your down payment determines if you need Private Mortgage Insurance and how much your interest will be. Don’t forget to set aside some money for closing costs and unexpected home repairs.

Needs vs. Wants

This all depends on your budget, so create a “Needs and Wants” checklist, then take it to your real estate professional so they can help determine what is feasible within your budget.

Do Your Homework

Do some research on your own, be proactive, never forgo having a home inspection done, drive by a house during the evening if you viewed it during the day, and if you have questions, never be afraid to ask your real estate professional.

Get Pre-Qualified

Get a rough estimate on what your budget is for your home. This is not a binding agreement-it’s something you can use to gauge your home-buying capability.

Your Title Goes Here

Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.

Don’t Apply For New Credit

Applying for a new line of credit can lower your credit score. If you are approved, your lender may worry that you will spend up to your new credit limit and then default in your loan.

Choose the Right Home Loan

A lower interest rate means more savings in the long run. Don’t settle down on the first home loan you see; prepare yourself, shop around, and compare offers before choosing a home loan.

Don’t Increase Your Debts

Your debt-to-income ratio is extremely important for a loan approval. Taking on more debt could put you in danger of going above the maximum acceptable debt-to-income ratio.

Don’t Skip or Miss a Payment

Having a good credit history with on-time and in-full payments is important for your credit score.

Ready to Find Your Perfect Property?

Browse Our Listings

Home Selling Tips

Your Title Goes Here

Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.

Enhance Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Maybe add some new sod, plant, flowers, paint the front door, replace the mailbox, but don’t go too overboard. Buyers want to have a good first impression, so set the expectations.

Smell Test

Invite an unbiased person over to recognize any odors that you may not notice. You may need to deep clean and always make sure your home smells fresh for showings.

Clean And Declutter

A space looks much bigger with less clutter and it is easier for prospective buyers to envision their own families in the home. Don’t forget to clean the bathrooms, kitchen, remove cobwebs, and put some WD-40 on your squeaky doors.

Map Your Move

Moving is stressful, so create a plan for packing (maybe even a checklist), the moving truck, putting your belongings in storage, etc.

Be Flexible

Be prepared if a buyer wants to see your home with little notice. The most popular times to show are evenings and weekends, so be prepared to leave the house during the showing.

Your Title Goes Here

Your content goes here. Edit or remove this text inline or in the module Content settings. You can also style every aspect of this content in the module Design settings and even apply custom CSS to this text in the module Advanced settings.

Build an Emergency Fund

Having an extra sum of cash will always come in handy if you ever need to make a quick home improvement.

The Garage

Think about having a garage sale to get rid of any unwanted or unnecessary items. Family heirlooms or any other personables should be stored in your garage.

Avoid Overpricing

Your real estate professional has your best interests at heart, so trust the Comparative Market Analysis that they give. You don’t want to have your house sitting on the market for too long.

Be Patient

The right buyer is out there, so give it some time. It will be worth the wait.

For more information about resources available to you, please contact us at 970-867-6770!

Location

Coates Realty Group, LLC
114 E Platte Ave
Fort Morgan, CO 80701

Get Directions

Contact Information

Phone: 970-867-6770
Email: coates@coatesrealty.net

Hours & Social media

Hours: Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 5 PM

Write a Review!