Buffalo Buyer Resources
Buffalo Buyer Resources
Buy a home in Western New York, information regarding purchasing a Buffalo home for first-time and experienced home buyers.What the appliances are not included?
Over on a social network there has been a lengthy discussion regarding appliances and the sale of a home that I thought it would be important to discuss. This discussion was started by a home buyer that thought that the appliances were included when they wrote the contract and were surprised to be asked if they wanted to purchase them just before [...]
Earnest Money Deposit on your new Buffalo home purchase
What is Earnest Money Deposit? When you write an offer to purchase your Western New York dream home you will place an "earnest money" deposit. This deposit shows the seller that you're serious about the offer to purchase the property. The amount of earnest money deposit varies based on the type of property being purchased. The sales contract will [...]
Why you should pre-qualify for a mortgage before you start your WNY home search!
Mortgage Pre-approval Advantages Knowledge -- You will know exactly how much you can afford before you start home shopping. Competitive advantage -- Sellers and real estate agents will consider you a serious buyer. Speeds time to closing -- Since you are preapproved you can move into your dream home much faster! Know Exactly How Much You Can [...]WNY Are you Stuck in Analysis Paralysis?
Yes you the guy sitting on the fence! And You with the overpriced listing sitting in the corner! Are you over analyzing what is happening in the Western New York Real Estate Market? There are some general rules that if you follow when making a decision to or Real Estate in Western New York that you use to ensure that you make a sound decision. [...]
First Time Buyer Advice for North Tonawanda Buyers
Are you ready to buy your first North Tonawanda home? It can be a scary time and the process can be intimidating. First you have to decide how much you can afford, and then you need to decide where you want to live. There are hundreds of decisions that can make even the most experienced North Tonawanda buyer buckle under the pressure. Good news [...]
Why Use A Realtor® for your Buffalo Home Purchase?
Why Use a REALTOR®? In this highly competitive real estate market in Buffalo and Niagara Falls, can you really afford not to work with a professional who does this every day? All New York real estate licensees are not the same. Only real estate licensees who are members of the National Association of Realtors® can call themselves Realtors®. [...]
Western New York Favorite Buyer Articles
Help for WNY Buyers There are many reasons people purchase homes in Western New York. The first decision after deciding to purchase a Buffalo area home is to select a Realtor®. I want to be that Buffalo Niagara Realtor® that you select. That is why I have created this resource for Real Estate buyers in Western New York. I have a [...]
Planning the move into your new WNY home!
Everyone has a nightmare moving story to tell. But the smart Western New Yorker is smart about moving and plans their move! The more you plan, the less likely disaster is to strike. If you plan and have contingency plans, your move can be rather stress free. You already have anticipated the problem and are prepared with a backup plan. Read [...]
Contact Information for Local Utility Companies
Once you have an accepted contract and your mortgage is approved and you are waiting to close there are some details that you must take care of. The most important detail is making sure that your utilities are turned on or you could have some immediate problems. Cable & Internet: Time Warner Cable 888.668.6044 [...]
Five Biggest Real Estate Myths
The Today Show recently featured Barbara Corcoran discussing the Five Biggest Real Estate Myths. This is something that I think both Buyers and Sellers need to watch. I am always asked "Is this a good time to sell?" or "Should I purchase a home in WNY now?" Those are loaded questions folks. You cannot answer them generally. Each [...]