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Why Use A REALTOR®

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Starting:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/4dpx77lept?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 A state license is required to sell real estate. But roughly half of those licensed take the additional step of becoming a REALTOR®. As we show you in this video, only members of...

How Can I Improve My Home’s Value?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Sales Process:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/dbz71792b1?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Buyers generally seek the least expensive home in the best neighborhood they can handle. Like the guy in the video says, you want to present a home that fits in the neighborhood...

What Is Mortgage Insurance?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Mortgages:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/hl2in4wmx6?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Like the video shows, mortgage insurance is a policy that protects lenders against some or most of the losses that result from defaults on home mortgages. Like home or auto...

What Costs or Fees Are Associated With Loan Origination?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Financing:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/bhhxf1xgpw?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Yes, loan origination involves costs and fees. As you’ll see in the video, when you turn in your application you'll be required to pay a loan application fee to cover the costs of...

What Types Of Closing Costs Are Associated With FHA-Insured Loans?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Federal Programs

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/wtk14ow3ym?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 While this video simplifies things to help you remember, except for the addition of an FHA mortgage insurance premium, FHA closing costs are similar to those of a conventional...

What Are The Steps Involved In The FHA Loan Process?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Federal Programs

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/6vyql08rha?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 The video puts this in more visual terms, but with the exception of a few additional forms the FHA loan application process is similar to that of a conventional loan. With new...

How Can The FHA Assist Me In Buying A Home?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Federal Programs

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/vft9da48y4?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Remember these points from the video:the FHA works to make homeownership a possibility for more Americans. With the FHA, you don't need perfect credit or a high-paying job to...

What Can I Expect To Happen On Closing Day?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Title and Closing

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/9hvvgw7lo6?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 While this video simplifies things to help you remember: you'll present your paid homeowner's insurance policy or a binder and receipt showing that the premium has been paid. The...

What Makes Up Closing Costs?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Title and Closing

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/i7t01fxr1d?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 What you’ll see in this video is, there may be closing costs customary or unique to a certain locality but closing costs are usually made up of the following: Attorney's or escrow...

What Should I Look Out For During The Final Walk-Through?

by title247 | Oct 19, 2017 | Selecting:

http://bucket.wistia.com/medias/8iqdu989xo?embedType=async&videoFoam=true&videoWidth=640 Well, as this story shows, this will likely be the first opportunity to examine the house without furniture giving you a clear view of everything. Check the walls and ceilings...