Posts by Grant Dean
Should I stay or should I go?
When you have your property listed for sale and an agent wants to preview or show a client should you stay while the property is being shown or leave? Generally speaking unless the property has very unique features that need a hands on demonstration and has been coordinated prior to showing up, GO. Do not…
Read MoreI have to leave what?
Top 3 last disputes before closing: 1. Garage remotes (not having them to give to buyers) 2. Curtains & Rods not staying 3. TV mounts being taken off the wall If you have listed as having garage door remotes on the Sellers Disclosure a buyer will expect you to leave them and if you don’t…
Read More12 Tips to Improve Curb Appeal
1. Keep you yard mowed & edged (replace sod in heavy traffic or dead areas) 2. Trim your hedges and shrubs 3. Freshly mulch around your trees & flower beds 4. Re-paint or re-stain the front door 5. Put a Welcome mat outside the front door 6. Put Fresh flowers in a pot/s by front…
Read MoreWhen do I get my keys?
What day of the week is best to close on a property? Any day except Friday. Many times buyers and sellers do not close at the same time during the day and if one party cannot close until the late afternoon the chances of the file funding and the buyer getting their keys is slim.…
Read More“The Internet says my house is worth $$$….”
Texas is a non-disclosure state, meaning what you paid for your home is not public record and is only known by you and whoever was part of the sales process. The only information that is recorded as public record is what you financed. So how do third party websites estimate what your home is worth?…
Read MoreThe appraisal came in low, now what?
What happens if the appraisal comes in less than the contract price? I dealt with this twice this past week. In both circumstances I was representing the buyer with the appraisal coming in under by several thousand dollars. So what are the buyers options? Per the contract the property must meet all the lender requirements…
Read MoreHome Inspections – Repairs or NOT?
Home Inspections & Doing Repairs – Should you say Yes or No? Buyers will many times do a series of inspections on property during their Option Period (if residential) or Feasibility (if commercial) and in my experience 90% of the time will ask for repairs. Take the advice of your agent however its my opinion…
Read MoreMaking Money with Short Term Rentals
Short Term Rentals have become a very popular way for homeowners to make money. My family and I have used the services of Home Away and AirBNB to find a place to stay for vacation several times. It can be a great way to earn additional money if you’re in an area that attracts tourists…
Read MoreWhat is a Lease Back and who cares?
What is a seller lease back & why should I care? Selling a home and moving is one of the most stressful times in life. The effort and money it takes to get the property ready to sell (repairs, improvements, packing up, staging, etc), having strangers coming in and out during the sale for showings,…
Read MoreWater – Where do we get it?
With all the growth in Central Texas, having enough water for residents has been a critical topic of conversation for each city. Cities like Round Rock, Cedar Park & Leander have partnered up to build a Deep-Water Intake Pump in Lake Travis to provide water to the cities as they grow. Currently the primary water source for…
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