Archive for January, 2009

Protect Your Deposit When Buying Real Estate

Friday, January 23rd, 2009

Real Estate Advisor asked: When you start the process of buying a home or any type of real estate, you'll no doubt hear the term "earnest money deposit" (EMD). So what exactly is an EMD?An EMD becomes relevant when you are ready to make an offer on a property. In ...

2006: U.S. Cities With Affordable Real Estate And Homes

Sunday, January 18th, 2009

Real Estate Advisor asked: The price of housing is a major challenge in the United States. Some estimates note that more than 50% of the population cannot afford a median priced home. According to National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), of the total number of new and existing homes sold ...

Do You Need A Real Estate Appraiser When Buying A Home Or Condo?

Thursday, January 8th, 2009

Real Estate Advisor asked: If you are considering purchasing or selling a home, condo or any other type of real estate, you will most likely need the services of a real estate appraiser. An appraiser performs an assessment of properties and other types of real estate to help establish its ...

Alphabet Soup? Nope, Those are Real Estate Agent Designations!

Wednesday, January 7th, 2009

Joe Cline - Austin Real Estate Broker asked: What do the letters behind a real estate agent's name stand for? Real estate agents, like doctors, lawyers, and other professionals can ear designations, certifications, and other credentials. These are usually shown by putting a series of initials after the agent's name. ...