Blog: Real Estate

Whether you are selling your home or looking to buy, it is likely that you will want some clarification regarding a useful but poorly understood tool: the seller assist (a/k/a closing costs concessions, seller credit, or seller’s assist). This tool can benefit either party in the transaction, but also presents risks that should be carefully considered. From the Seller’s point of view, a request for a seller credit may seem like a request to give...

Buying real estate can be intimidating for most people, which is why we typically advise planning ahead, but taking it one step at a time. Once you get past the exciting hunting and selection part and move onto contract review, it is critical that you know your rights and how best to ensure they are protected under the contract. A well written, comprehensive contract can be the difference between a smooth, pleasant purchase and a...