Real Estate Question and Answer
Why didn’t I receive a counter offer?
Why didn’t I receive a counter offer? Dear Phyllis, My fiancé and I made an offer on a house but due to the condition of the economy, our offer was low. Although we would have increased our offered price, we were never given the op...
Can I sell my home if the roof isn’t permitted?
Can I sell my home if the roof isn’t permitted? Dear Phyllis, After I bought my home, I had the heater replaced and a put on a new roof. Although the work was done by local contractors it was suggested that to save money I not pull ...
When is a good time to list your home for sale?
When is a good time to list your home for sale? Dear Phyllis, My aunt recently passed away and I am her executor. I am planning on having her home painted before selling. When is a good time to list your home for sale? Linda Dea...
What happens when a cash buyer can’t pay cash?
What happens when a cash buyer can’t pay cash? Dear Phyllis, After four months on the market, we finally sold our home to an all cash buyer. Closing was to occur in thee weeks. Because there was no loan to worry about, we have been mo...
How important is a for sale sign when selling your home
Dear Phyllis, My husband and I are getting divorced and will be selling our home next year. I really don’t want to have to explain our situation and don’t want the neighborhood to know that we are moving. I prefer to not have a sign, but...Senior Planning a Move
Senior Planning a Move Dear Phyllis, My mother has begun to discuss selling her home and moving into a senior’s apartment complex. While I think this is a good idea, I think it is too soon for her to give up her home. But I do concu...Planning ahead
Planning ahead Dear Phyllis, We have lived in our home for thirty years. Over the last several years, we have spent almost $15,000 on the outside. We have a new driveway, fresh paint and new drought tolerant landscaping. Five years ag...
Counter Offers not Required
Counter Offers not Required Dear Phyllis, I have been looking at homes for nine months. During that time we have written several offers which for various reasons weren’t accepted. The most recent offer my agent submitted was on a ho...
