Aponte Realtor

09/03/2023

05/23/2023

When you’re buying a house and you’re nearly at the finish line, you’ll get to do a final walkthrough of your property before closing day. The final walkthrough is your chance to make sure everything is in order and that your new home is ready for you. Let’s take a closer look at what you might want to do during the final walkthrough.
-Check all the lights to make sure there are no electrical issues.
-Check all doors & windows to make sure they open, close, and lock properly.
-Test the HVAC system.

05/15/2023

Are you in the market to buy land? Maybe you aren’t finding the home of your dreams and you’ve decided to start from the ground up - literally. Once you’ve evaluated your finances and have some land you want to purchase, be sure to do these five important things before you buy.

05/13/2023

Here are some pros and cons of fixer-upper houses to keep in mind.

PROS:�
- Usually a lower purchase price: Although you’ll likely need to spend more on renovating.
�-Less competition: Generally speaking, there is less competition for fixer-upper homes.�
-Chance to customize your home: Once you buy a fixer-upper house, you have the freedom to do whatever you’d like to it.

CONS:�
-Expensive renovations: Depending on the renovations, you may end up breaking even/spending more than you intended.
�-Unexpected issues: Even if you get an inspection, there can be unexpected issues, especially if the house is older.

07/11/2022

There are few situations more frustrating than struggling to sell your home after you put in on the market, especially when you may have expected a quick turnaround. If you tried to do everything right but something still isn’t clicking, check out these common reasons homes aren't selling.

07/08/2022

The first thing to know is you’re not alone: 71% of buyers are also, simultaneously, sellers. The key to success on both ends of the deal is having a realtor to guide you through:⁣
-Prepping & pricing your current home⁣
-Market assessment for your current and prospective home⁣
-Offers and contingencies clauses⁣
-Financing options and lender referrals
-Securing short-term housing if needed⁣
If you’re feeling overwhelmed or uncertain, the best thing to do is to talk to a pro!

07/06/2022

Here are 3 common mistakes sellers make, and how to avoid them:
1. Pricing too high - the key to getting the best price and terms for your property is to price accurately.
2. Not prepping your home to sell - you will net the most money by preparing and staging your home to showcase it in the best possible light.
3. Hiring the wrong agent - who you work with matters! Hiring an agent that has your best interests in mind should be a top priority of your journey.

07/01/2022

Did you choose D? Remember that you can still be denied a mortgage even after being pre-approved. Lenders check your credit during pre-approval and again just before closing before giving you the final green light. This means that opening new lines of credit or closing existing lines of credit during this process can lower your credit score and increase your debt-to-income ratio—both key reasons for a lender to deny final approval.

06/29/2022

Where are you moving if money isn’t an issue? Would you stay in the same city, state, even country? Let us know in the comments where you would end up!

06/27/2022

Are you wondering how to prepare for a home appraisal? If you plan on selling your home or trying to refinance your mortgage, you will need to get your property appraised as part of the process. Here’s a guideline for how that might look!

06/24/2022

It's essential to give buyers the opportunity to imagine their own families moving in. Clearing out your personal items and removing any clutter helps greatly with this process. Ready to sell? Contact me today!

06/22/2022

Summer is *officially* here which means it is time to make sure you are up to date on your seasonal maintenance. The weather and outside activities can take a toll on your home value. Use this list to keep your home in tip-top shape!