Selling

What you don’t know can cost you time and money when it comes to selling your house. The best source of information is your real estate agent, and we’ve put together a growing list of helpful resources about the home selling process. When you’re ready, give The Jennifer King Team a call direct at 717-723-9080 or office at 717-509-2880 x3346 to discuss how we can help sell your house.
 

 

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Can a buyer assume my mortgage?

Assuming a mortgage is the act of taking over someone else’s mortgage debt, along with the home. Typically this is the general outline for this type of sale: The buyer makes an offer. Negotiations ensue. The seller accepts the offer. Instead of paying the offer price in cash or via mortgage financing, the buyer pays

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A Seller’s Guide To Negotiations & Counter-Offers

You’ve employed a Realtor®, established a listing price for your home, and put your house on the market. Perhaps several buyers have completed showings, and one or two have perhaps even been highly complimentary about your home. Sooner or later, you’re going to find the buyer(s) that are interested enough that they will make an

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Easy Fix For Scratches On Your Hardwood Floors!

Step 1: Grab a walnut. (Yes, a walnut!) Use a raw walnut. Make sure it’s not candied or cooked in any way. Step 2: Rub the walnut on the scratch. Rub the walnut in the same direction as the wood grain. It should take just a few swipes with the walnut to help make the

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Tips For Selling Your Home!

Ready to sell your home? Here are some critical selling tips for preparing your home for sale! Feel Free to Check Out My Guides “The Ultimate Home Seller’s Guide” and “How To Prepare Your House For Sale” View your home from the buyer’s vantage point. Step out to the street and view your home. What

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Five Little-Known Factors That Could Affect Your Home Sale

Many sellers who are preparing to sell their homes do things like making minor repairs, cleaning carpets, updating paint, etc. Making the appropriate updates & upgrades may help set your home apart! However, here are some additional items to consider: 1. Invisible Gas. Radon gas is a naturally occurring gas found all over the United States.

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Benefits Of Accepting A Cash Offer On A House

Sometimes cash is king. While cash often brings strength to an offer, and you don’t risk the volatility of a buyer who is subject to getting a mortgage to buy your property, is the cash offer always the right deal for your home sale? The Appeal of Cash:  The first thing you need to address

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What You Need To Know About Capital Gains & Real Estate Sales

Ten Things You Need To Know About Capital Gains Tax When you sell your property, the IRS may exclude up to $250,000 of your capital gain from your taxes if single, and up to $500,000 if married, and filing a joint tax return. Many homeowners take advantage of this law. Here are the top ten facts every home seller should

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Renting vs Selling – Pros & Cons

Some homeowners consider renting their property, often with the belief that they will receive good solid rental income during the rental period. Renting has definite pros, but also some cons you should consider. One area that a landlord may assume will offer a huge break is the tax write-off for rental properties. Renting your home

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Avoid These Emotional Mistakes When Selling A House

Selling a home is a complex, multi-step process. It’s not uncommon for sellers with the best of intentions to make emotional mistakes when selling. Fortunately, most of these errors are preventable – most, in fact, involve swallowing your pride so that you can act in your own best interests. It helps to keep your emotional distance and view

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How Long Does It Take To Close On A House?

When it comes to selling, buying, or closing on a home, one of the major headaches is the anxiety of timing the process. Recent US real estate statistics have highlighted that the average householder spends an average of four months house hunting. According to the report, many buyers view approximately twenty properties before choosing a

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Should You Remodel Your Home Before Selling?

Many sellers grapple with trying to figure out how to maximize profit when selling their properties. While certain factors, such as market conditions, the Realtor® you hire, and the location of your property undoubtedly have some  impact on your ability to sell, the condition of your house is extremely important. Without a doubt, a home with

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