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What Sellers Should Know About Pets and Showings
 Buyers and their agents need to feel welcome to look at the property at their leisure without danger or distractions. So while you adore your sweet-tempered pit bull rescue, he could turn territorial, barking and growling at potential homebuyers. And it could cost you the opportunity to sell your home.
Think of buyers as guests and work to make them feel comfortable as they consider your home for purchase. If you have a protective dog or one that isn't well-trained, drop her off at doggie day care when you know your home is going to be shown. Or call a pet sitter on call who can take your pet for a long walk while your home is being shown.
If you
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MORTGAGE RATES
U.S. averages as of May 2024:
30 yr. fixed: 7.17%
15 yr. fixed: 6.44%
5/1 yr. adj: 6.68%
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you must leave the dog at home, don't expect real estate professionals to handle your dog. They are not dog trainers and should not be expected to risk a dog bite to show your home to buyers. This
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Putting Zeal In Your Curb Appeal
 Curb appeal, the first impression your home conveys to prospective buyers, should create an emotional desire to own the home and enjoy the lifestyle and status it represents.
Putting the best face on your home also should give a lasting impression that motivates buyers to cross the threshold and take that first step toward closing the deal.
Experts advise, more like a home improvement or exterior staging job than a cosmetic makeover, curb appeal that sings is particularly crucial now that more and more buyers are calling the shots.
Give your house model home level curb appeal for that "new" look and feel and buyers will beat a path to your door. That's because there's nothing like
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What Does ‘Prior to Fund’ Mean
 In general, ‘prior to fund’ means your loan approval is almost at the goal post. When lenders issue an initial decision, there will still be things needed to complete even though you’ve submitted everything your lender asked for. There are stages in the loan approval process and even though you probably realize it, lenders have given these stages different names.
When you receive your initial approval, there will still be some items needed. Usually these items are simply nothing more than getting your loan file in compliance. There are items in your file referred to as credit documents, things such as your paycheck stubs and W2s. These need to be within a 30 day window and many times if your loan application goes beyond 30 days, you’ll be asked to update a few things. This is common, especially so when a loan is submitted for a preapproval before a property is even located. You submit your documentation and begin shopping for a home. In all
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Mortgage rates predicted to lower in 2024!
There are 1538 houses on the market as of April 9, 2024. Houses are still selling as inventory has gone up for spring! I don't believe prices will fall anytime soon. Currently houses are still flying off the market if they make good first impressions and are priced right. Despite rising mortgage rates in 2023, demand remained strong. For 2024, rates are predicted to go lower as we approach summer.
Sellers, if you are thinking about selling, you will likely be able to get a higher price than ever before. Call me so I can create a market analysis for your home and help you decide if selling is the right move for you in the coming year! Buyers, if you need to buy, you will need to be pre-qualified before we start the home buying process. I am here to help you navigate this very competitive market! Call me at 505-450-2981
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