Jalpa Patel Real Estate

11/23/2024

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Join us from 12 PM - 2 PM to explore this beautiful home! Don’t miss your chance to see it in person.

10/04/2024

Find Property Information for 3880 Leighton Lane, Lexington, KY 40515. View Photos, Pricing, Listing Status & More.

04/14/2023

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.

06/27/2022

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!

06/20/2022

Everyone has their price. If someone knocked on your door today and asked you to name how much you would be willing to sell your home for, what would your response be? How much does that differ from what you paid for it?

06/17/2022

If you are in the market to buy a home, it can be extremely helpful to prepare yourself for the process as much as possible. Going into the market with the information you will likely need - your budget, potential costs, and current financial standing - can set you up for success.