Sandra Lujan

Whether you’re just starting out, building a family, or downsizing, finding the right home can make all the difference. It provides comfort, stability, and with the right choices, a great investment. Right now is a great time to buy in New York State. In fact, mortgage rates remain near historic lows and there is a good selection of homes available in most price ranges. Work with a Realtor that has the resources to help you find the perfect home.

When it comes to selling, knowing the value of your house and exercising patience and restraint are crucial. Before you put your house on the market, get it appraised by a licensed appraiser and/or a broker price opinion from a real estate agent so you can price it right. If you don’t want complications during your sale, you may also deem a home inspection necessary. As you discover issues during the pre-sale home inspection, you will have more control over how to handle these problems. Many sellers choose to fix those deficiencies before putting the home on the market as they may come up later during the buyer’s home inspection. If you uncover problems with your home during a home inspection, it is essential that you familiarize yourself with the disclosure laws in your state to avoid future litigation. While these laws generally require sellers to disclose either verbally or in writing, the presence of hazardous materials in your home or flaws in construction, they vary from state to state. It would be best if you consult a real estate agent, a lawyer, or your local housing authority if you are not sure of what you need to disclose to potential homebuyers.