Posted by Bob McIntosh // October 15, 2014 // Arcane Wisdom / Blog / Home Buying //
With real estate properties increasing 8.5% to an average of $1,395 for square foot, can first time home buyers afford to be picky about their first home? First-time home buyers may be nervous putting in their bids because they face rejection in an already tight housing market. However, buying a home can be a rewarding […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // October 8, 2014 // Arcane Wisdom / Blog / Home Buying //
What to expect at home inspection and why you need One Walk through a home and there may not appear to be anything wrong, but this is why you need the experienced eyes of a licensed, professional inspector. It is best to know the potential problems (even with a new home) before you buy. Keep […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // September 23, 2014 // Blog
As the U.S. housing market rebounds, some professionals are warning of a resurgence in real estate and mortgage fraud. So what is being perpetrated, and investigated now, and what should those that encounter it, do about it? The more you learn about these scams, the more you will be able to avoid becoming a victim. […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // August 27, 2014 // Blog
What tips can help property owners sell their homes in 2014? More importantly, what tips and factors can help homeowners sell their properties faster, for the most money, and keep the most net proceeds in their pockets? 1. Price it Right This cannot be stated enough. If a home isn’t priced right, it isn’t going […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // August 22, 2014 // Arcane Wisdom / Blog
According to the National Association of Realtors 2009 Member Profile, the average real estate sales associate in 2009 made about $27,000. That’s the average, meaning that for every top producer putting $200,000 or $300,000 in his or her pocket, there are a dozen agents making basically minimum wage. Put it this way: a receptionist in […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // August 20, 2014 // Blog
Why is 2014 such an important and opportune time to sell a home? There are a number of great reasons 2014 may be the best moment for many to sell a home, especially for those in San Diego County. Many are scrambling to rent and buy homes in SoCal, but this is also an indicator […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // August 13, 2014 // Arcane Wisdom
A lot of people still aren’t sure if real estate investing remains as one of their best options for creating long-term strategies for building wealth. Can the average person still create wealth from real estate? Are these investments still a wise lifetime decision for America? If the answer is ‘yes’, then where are all the […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // August 6, 2014 // Arcane Wisdom
Why Some Home Buyers Aren’t Buying Home ownership in the U.S.A. remains low even though the real estate market continues an upward climb, and plenty of homes are available to buy and sell. Many people are qualified to buy but are still hesitant to avail themselves of what may be an excellent opportunity. One wonders […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // July 30, 2014 // Arcane Wisdom
Should You Rent or Sell Your Old Home When Moving Up? In Southern California, the number of home buyers who want to move up are considering keeping their present homes, and their numbers are increasing. When homeowners take advantage of the present real estate market in Southern California, they may wonder if it is a […]
Posted by Bob McIntosh // July 23, 2014 // Arcane Wisdom
If you need to sell house fast Western NY, it can often be difficult to engage in the sales process yourself, especially if it is your first time selling your home. Between all of the paperwork and having to deal with cleaning your home up in order to further generate sales, it can be very […]