Insider Discussion – Top 3 Things Today’s Buyers Must Know
Thinking about buying a home? Discover the Top 3 things every buyer should know about affordability, rising inventory, and creating a winning strategy in today’s market.
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Insider Discussion – Ask Your Home Inspector These Vital Questions
Before buying a home, know what to ask your home inspector. Protect your investment by spotting aging systems, code issues, and hidden repair risks early.
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Insider Discussion – 50 Year Mortgages Are a Bad Idea!
50 Year Mortgages may lower payments but delay equity and raise prices. Learn why extending loan terms hurts affordability and what buyers should do instead.
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Insider Discussion – What Sellers Regret Most
Avoid seller’s regret! Learn how cleaning, staging, and small repairs before listing can attract better offers and faster home sales.
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Insider Discussion – Are Cash Offers Better?
Cash isn’t always king. Learn how to verify proof of funds, spot investor red flags, and choose offers that actually make it to closing.
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Insider Discussion – Buyers – It’s time To Get Real
Insider Discussion – Buyers – It’s time To Get Real – Buying a home in Fort Wayne in 2025? The market is shifting. Learn why pre-approval is crucial, what to expect with closing costs, and how to negotiate repairs in...
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Insider Discussion – Sellers Really Need This From Their Agent
Insider Discussion – Sellers Really Need This From Their Agent –
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Insider Discussion – Do Not List Before Asking These Vital Questions
Insider Discussion – Do Not List Before Asking These Vital Questions – Before you list, ask your agent these 3 questions. Ask your agent: 1) What is your suggested price and why? 2) What marketing will you use: photos, video, social?...
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Insider Discussion – Potentially Save Thousands With a Float-Down Option!
Insider Discussion – Potentially Save Thousands With a Float-Down Option! – Ask your lender about a float-down option. If rates drop significantly before you close, they may let you re-lock — and that could save you thousands.
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Insider Discussion – Should You Agree To Limited or Dual Agency?
Insider Discussion – Should You Agree To Limited or Dual Agency? – Limited or Dual agency means the same agent represents both you and the seller — which some may see as a conflict of interest. Although there are legal protections...
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Insider Discussion – How To Define Bedrooms
Insider Discussion – How To Define Bedrooms – A bedroom without a window or closet might not meet code. If it’s not up to legal standards, disclose it — or face big problems at appraisal and inspection. Check out our blog at...
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Mortgage Rates Climbing Again + New Down Payment Assistance Grants Available!
Mortgage Rates Climbing Again + New Down Payment Assistance Grants Available! What’s up with rates? Bippus State Bank and 3 Rivers FCU reporting 30 yr mortgages around 6.8% this week, trending higher. Also, many lender reporting fresh grant...
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