There is a necessary expertise that is needed in to be successful in real estate. Being a Realtor since 2001, has allowed Barry to experience just about every scenario in the industry.
Barry feels it is important to share those experiences in print. This book series is meant to assist buyers and sellers to have a better understanding of the real estate process.
Buying a house for the first time can be a daunting task. With so many places and situations that can cost you money or even happiness, it’s something to approach with caution and while being informed.
In my book, I’ll show you everything you need to know to cause the process to go as smoothly as possible, without any mistakes. You’ll learn about programs for people buying for the first time, the best ways to get a loan, common mistakes to avoid and much, much more. Don’t let a couple of simple errors cost you thousands and thousands of dollars.
Here's what you will learn in this book...
Part 1: Getting Started
Owning vs Renting
Your first home loan
Keeping your credit ready
How to weigh your choices
Programs for first time home-buyers
Tax breaks available
14 common mistakes
Part 2: Buying
12 Steps to buying a home
Hiring an agent
How to find a good agent
The closing process
Inspections
Moving tips
Horror stories to avoid
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It’s true! Every day homes sell for WAY less than they should. It makes me cringe to see how many mistakes people make when selling. Don’t get me wrong, it’s great if you’re a buyer. However, if you’re a seller every mistake can cost thousands of dollars.
For decades, wealthy homeowners have been selling homes the right way. Think about it for a minute… if you’re selling a 10 million dollar home, a 1% increase in the sales price equals an extra $100,000!
Affluent sellers do what it takes to get top dollar for their homes. Normal sellers don’t seem to take selling as seriously (I have no clue why?) and normally don’t do what is necessary to get top dollar. If you use the right home selling strategies you can make at least 10-30k more when selling a $200,000 home.
Here's what you will learn in this book...
Part 1: Selling for More Money
Why I Wrote This Book and How It Will Help You
The Easiest Way to Sell Your Home for More Money
The Second Most Important Thing You Can Do To Sell Your Home for More Money
Wonder What Your Home is Worth? How to Determine Your Home's Value Without Paying For An Appraisal
Part 2: New Perspective and Tips
A Single Rule That Generates Serious Money
How the 80/20 Rule Applies to Home Sales
How to Sell to Any Buyer
The Secret Strategy that the Rich & Famous Use to Sell their Home for More Money
Why Home Staging Really Matters
Convincing Buyers within the First 8 Seconds
Dodging Unforgiving Details
How to Get Buyers Begging to View Your Home
Part 3: Selling Your Home
How to Negotiate Like Donald Trump and Get More Money for Your Home
Common Negotiating Mistakes
Negotiating Techniques
Two Additional Ways to Sell For More Money
What Most People Don’t Know
Home Matter?
Creative Financing
The Price Myth Debunked – Why Price Isn’t the Only Reason that Homes Don’t Sell
Listing Price Strategy
Four Reasons Why Home Sellers Hire A Realtor
Homeowners are putting money into their homes and making improvements or renovations all the time. But many times, they put money into project and parts that won’t garner a return on their investment.
Find out which improvements are the best to make to boost your home’s value and find out which ones won’t be worth it.
Here's what you will learn in this book...
Part 1: Getting Started
Remodeling – Is it worth it?
Where to spend the money
Trends to Avoid
Part 2: Your Area and Outdoor Improvements
Don’t Overdo It. Keeping Your Area in Mind
Outdoor Improvements
Part 3: Remodeling
Flooring, Walls and Lighting
Cooking Up a New Kitchen
Living Room Upgrades and Renovations
Bedroom and Attic Renovations
Bathrooms: Renovations and their ROI
Remodeling, Additions, and ROI
Part 4: Prepare to Sell
Importance of Good Pictures
Staging Solutions and Options
Going through a divorce is a tough time for both parties. It leaves so many questions about what to do with the house. I wrote this book to help couples in this situation and guide them on the best ways to deal with their house. You hear so many stories about fighting, problems and unfair distributions.
This will answer all those questions and more. It covers the implications of going to court over the house, things to know, dealing with uncooperative spouses and everything else to get you through this.
Don’t let a situation in which you want to sell your home quickly or cash out with your spouse as fast as possible cost you thousands of dollars.
Here's what you will learn in this book...
Part 1: Getting Started
What to do at first
Things to know
Finding homes worth
Going to court if needed
Dealing with emotions
Money concerns
How to prep for an even split