Realtor Magazine Consumer Handouts

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Buyer Handouts Eight steps to getting your finances in order Budget basics worksheet Eight ways to improve your credit Five factors that decide your credit score Your property wish list Tips for finding the perfect neighborhood Tips on buying in a tight market The pros and cons of condos Five reasons you need a REALTOR Questions to ask when choosing a real estate practitioner Ten steps to prepare for home ownership How big of a mortgage can I afford? Seven reasons to own your own home Five common first-time homebuyer mistakes Ten tips for first-time homebuyers Ten things to take the trauma out of homebuying How high tech is your home? Ask a home inspector/Defects to watch out for What your home inspection should cover How comprehensive is your home warranty? Five property tax questions you need to ask Ten questions to ask your condo board Ten questions to ask your lender Six creative ways to afford a home Choices that will affect your loan Five things to understand about homeowners insurance Five things to understand about title insurance What not to overlook on a final walk-through Common closing costs for buyers What to keep from your closing Tips for packing like a pro     Seller Handouts Understanding Agency Five things to do before you sell Tips for holding a yard sale Ten ways to make your home more salable Five ways to speed up your sale Seven steps for preparing for an open house Seven terms to watch for in a purchase contract What you'll net at closing Moving tips for sellers Twenty low-cost ways to spruce up your home What is appraised value? Understanding capital gains in real estate Does moving up make sense? Remodeling that pays Twelve tips for hiring a remodeling contractor FSBO: Tips on how to price your home Open house tips for FSBO's Seventeen service providers you'll need when you sell Six forms you'll need to sell your home Is your buyer qualified?