Uncategorized Heat Pumps, This super-efficient A/C tech could slash your bills this summer This super-efficient A/C tech could slash your bills this summer These innovative devices extract heat from the air outside (even when it’s chilly) and pump it into your home during winter. by Leslie SattlerAugust 10, 2024 Photo Credit: iStock Want to save money on your energy bills while keeping your home cozy all year round? Meet the heat pump — […]
Uncategorized Eco-Friendly Home Features That Attract Buyers Eco-Friendly Home Features That Attract Buyers The Rob Ellerman Team at ReeceNichols Published on August 6, 2024 If you’re looking to sell your home, incorporating eco-friendly features can significantly increase its appeal to potential buyers. As more people become environmentally conscious, these features not only reduce the carbon footprint but also offer cost savings and […]
Technology APPLE VISION PRO & Real Estate Applications APPLE VISION PRO & Real Estate Applications   Recently I had the opportunity to do a demonstration of the Apple Vision Pro.  I had no expectations, or knowledge of the capabilities going into the demo.  My previous life experience with 3 D movies had always been lackluster.  Maybe it had to do with the fact […]
VA Loans VA Loan Inspection Requirements VA Loan Inspection Requirements: The Complete List of the VA MPRs The VA has a form of home requirements known as the Minimum Property Requirements (MPRs) to ensure the property is a safe and sound investment for the homebuyer. Below we break down these requirements and how they differ from a traditional home inspection. By Chris […]
Uncategorized Thinking of buying land? Think it is easy? Here are some factors to consider before buying. Thinking of buying land? Think it is easy? Here are some factors to consider before buying. You will probably need these professionals in your corner; REALTOR ARCHITECT BUILDER ENGINEER LENDER REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY Each of these professions does their own specialized job. And as professionals, we will try to stick to our areas of expertise. […]
LISTING TIPS Selling Properties? Here’s 10 Tips to Make Your Listing More Attractive to Buyers Real Estate Tips Selling Properties? Here’s 10 Tips to Make Your Listing More Attractive to Buyers If you’re a real estate agent looking to sell a property, creating an attractive listing is key to getting buyers interested. Here’s 10 tips to do so! Jacob Ferrer Dec 28, 2022 Looking to sell more properties in 2023? […]
Offer Process & Timeline How to avoid PMI without 20% down How to avoid PMI without 20% down By: Craig Berry February 25, 2022 –  Avoid PMI without a 20% down payment The great thing about PMI is that it helps you buy a house with less than 20% down. But on the downside, it’s an additional fee you have to pay each month. Because of this, some […]
Uncategorized HOW TO BUILD A MODERN SMART HOME Smart Home Advice · smart home automation · Smart Home Basics · smart home building ·May 17, 2022 HOW TO BUILD A MODERN SMART HOME Building a new home can be exciting.  With rising costs, at times it can be stressful to think about all the design, choices and budget considerations. For many, it can be easy to overlook smart home technology […]
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CAREERS IN REAL ESTATE Connecticut Real Estate Lic How to Start Your Real Estate Career in Connecticut Here’s a Beginner-Friendly Guide to Becoming a Real Estate Agent in CT FTRS Blog How to Start Your Real Estate Career in Connecticut    Jacqueline Kyo ThomasFreedom Trail Realty School, Inc. Last Updated: February 20, 2023 Would you like to become a real estate agent in the […]
Offer Process & Timeline How to Handle Buyer Love Letters   How to Handle Buyer Love Letters February 9, 2023 Risk Management, Working With Buyers, Working With Sellers, Legal By: Lee Nelson There are potential risks involved in this common tactic, including fair housing violations. Here are seven tips for tackling love letters with your clients. ©NoSystem images – Getty Images Key Takeaways: Buyer love letters can put sellers […]
VA Loans VA Loan & Foreclosures, Short-sales, Auctions, Low Income Properties   Foreclosures, Short-sales, Auctions, Low Income Properties, & the VA Loan Please refer to the condition guides for single family, multi-family, and condos properties. It is not impossible, but it is more improbable, that foreclosures and short-sales, will work with a VA loan. Single Family Home & the VA Loan Condos and the VA Loan […]
VA Loans VA Loans and New Construction   New Construction & the VA Loan If you are shopping for new construction properties and find a newly built, never occupied house. When the property is new, whether single family, multi-family, or a condo, what will the Veterans Administration require? Why will this new construction property possibly be more complex, than say an average […]
VA Loans Multi Family Home and the VA Loan   Multi Family Home and the VA Loan (Based on experience & much trial and error The VA will allow the purchase of up to a 4 unit Multifamily (MF), so long as the Veteran lives in one of the units. However, other VA rules make MF’s hard to acquire. As they need to be […]
VA Loans Condos and the VA Loan Condos and the VA Loan   (Based on experience & much trial and error)   The VA will allow the purchase of Condos. The VA condo approval process; In order to secure VA loans for a condominium, the condo needs to be on the VA approved list.  To see if the condo you are interested […]
VA Loans Single Family Home & the VA Loan       Single Family Home and the VA Loan (Based on experience & much trial and error) Read the remarks in the MLS listing carefully, if the words, contractors, developers, investors, repairs, ‘as-is’, TLC, or there is a negotiation fee of $1000-$10,000 beware, these are tells, that the property will not work with a […]