Tag: niche buyer articles
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Questions for First Time Home Buyers
Read more: Questions for First Time Home BuyersAs an agent, you’re probably well aware of the potential equity and tax benefits renters could be missing out on, but they might not understand them. That’s why some renters who could benefit today from homeownership still remain on the fence. Even when they decide to jump in the market, everything about the homebuying process…
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How to Help a Military Home Buyer
Read more: How to Help a Military Home BuyerBuying a home presents a few extra challenges for active-duty servicemen and women, but it also offers some unique advantages—the opportunity to build equity while using a tax-free Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH), for example. Armed with a little information, your military home buyer can enjoy an experience not much different from the average homebuyer’s.
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Senior Moving Checklist
Read more: Senior Moving ChecklistDo you have elderly clients relocating from out of state? If you’re in a sunbelt market, the answer is likely yes! Whether they’re moving on their own or joining local relatives (and perhaps looking for a larger, more accommodating space for their multigenerational household), we’ve rounded up some tips to help make the transition a…
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Tools & Tips for Helping Military Buyers
Read more: Tools & Tips for Helping Military BuyersAt Richmond American, we love helping members of the Armed Forces achieve the American Dream of homeownership. So, any time we can do that and help our agent friends better serve their customers, we’re doubly excited! Here are just a few ideas and resources you can use to supplement your own extensive local area knowledge…
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Your Clients’ Pets & You
Read more: Your Clients’ Pets & YouHave you noticed that pets are playing a much bigger role in today’s housing market than they have in the past? You’re not alone. “[A 2017 SunTrust Mortgage survey] asked recent home buyers why they were buying their first home and their dog was the third most commonly cited reason, coming above children and marriage. Only…
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Floor Plans for Millennials in Colorado Springs
Read more: Floor Plans for Millennials in Colorado SpringsAccording to a recent Brookings Institution study, Millennials are moving to Colorado Springs at a faster rate than any other city in the U.S. The influx could be due to a variety of factors, including military and private-sector job opportunities, a comparatively low cost of living for the area and all the year-round outdoor recreation…
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Generating Leads from Large Local Employers
Read more: Generating Leads from Large Local EmployersAre you seeing a lot of interest from relocation buyers? It may be worthwhile to find out what’s bringing them to town. If it’s a large employer in your area, you may have an untapped lead source right under your nose! Once you’ve identified a demand for housing near a particular business, there are a…
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How to Help a “Boomerang Buyer”
Read more: How to Help a “Boomerang Buyer”It’s 2017, and that means many Americans who were hardest hit by the Great Recession have had time to reestablish their credit and may be thinking about owning a home again. These boomerang buyers—former homeowners looking to reenter the market after having been sidelined by foreclosure or bankruptcy—can be a great demographic for expanding your…
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Student Loan Debt and Homeownership
Read more: Student Loan Debt and HomeownershipHaving a college education is very valuable. Unfortunately, the price tag often reflects this, and navigating post-graduation financial waters can be tricky. That being said, student loan debt shouldn’t be a barrier to homeownership. There are ways to balance the responsibility of paying off student loans and still enjoy homeownership. Here are a few concerns…
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Tips for Helping Relocation Homebuyers
Read more: Tips for Helping Relocation HomebuyersUprooting is a big step for homeowners. Luckily, there are specific ways to help relocation homebuyers. Some of our favorite ideas include: Focus on schools. School ratings are important to not only families with children, but to all buyers thanks to their impact on resale value. Make sure you can easily direct clients to online…
