Dallas-Fort Worth Real Estate Podcast with The Good Home Team

Multi-generational living has existed since the dawn of civilization, but this trend has only recently re-emerged here in the United States in the form of multi-generational properties. If you’re considering buying or building this kind of home, there are a few points to keep in mind before you do so. 

0:00 - Introducing today’s topic 

0:55 - What multi-generational living is and why it has recently surged in popularity

2:09 - Is it better to buy a multi-generational home or to build one?

2:44 - The most significant factor many multi-generational buyers look for: size

3:35 - The second most significant factor many multi-generational buyers look for: privacy

6:04 - A few common challenges of multi-generational living

7:13 - Wrapping things up and explaining how we can help you find a multi-generational home

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

You’ve probably heard of companies like Opendoor and Offerpad, which claim to offer a fast and convenient alternative to the traditional home selling experience. However, is working with one of these “iBuyer” companies really the best way to go about selling your property?

One of the most obvious disadvantages is that you’ll earn less for your home. These companies use automatic valuation tools, like the one behind Zillow’s highly inaccurate Zestimate feature, to determine the price they’ll pay for your home. Usually, this figure is between 10% and 20% below your home’s fair market value.

So why would anyone work with an iBuyer? Well, in fairness, selling outright to one of these companies can be a more expedient option than listing on the open market. Sellers in urgent need of a fast sale may look to iBuyers as a convenient solution.

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This sounds great in theory, but there is a catch. Even if an iBuyer’s initial offer seems reasonable at first, you’ll find that they compensate for this by charging a 6% to 13% “convenience” fee. In other words, not only do iBuyers offer less than you could earn by listing with an agent, they also charge more than a typical Realtor’s commission.

To give you an example, take the story of one of my past clients. This client had a home worth approximately $325,000. The iBuyer company they were thinking of working with came in with an initial offer of $318,000, which, at first, my client was thrilled about. It was only when they noticed the fine print in their contract that they learned this is not the figure they would ultimately earn. Not only was the iBuyer going to charge them a 7.5% convenience fee, but they were also going to knock the price down based on issues found in the home inspection. When all was said and done, this would have amounted to a $33,000 reduction from the initial offer price.

At the end of the day, iBuyer companies are nothing more than glorified house flippers. If you truly want a fast, convenient deal, then reach out to my team and me about our guaranteed home sale program. Essentially, we guarantee we’ll sell your home in 39 days or less, or we’ll buy your property ourselves. 

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

In today’s Facebook Live interview, I’ll be going over the latest numbers and stats in our Dallas real estate market.

00:27 — What’s going on in the market currently?

01:33 — How are inventory levels?

02:20 — What does increasing inventory mean for you?

03:27 — The trends I see that aren’t being reflected in the numbers

05:23 — How to contact me

06:31 — How to get housing reports for your area

If you have any questions or would like more information, feel free to reach out to me. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Now that the spring selling season is at our door, a lot of sellers have been reaching out to me to find out how they can net the most on their upcoming home sales. Today I’ll be giving you an in-depth look at what you’ll need to do in order to have a show-ready home that will sell for top dollar in our market.

00:05— An introduction to today’s topic

00:53— Homes need to be presentable

01:25— Marketing needs to be done differently

02:22— How our new partner can renovate and update your home

03:45— Which option is best for sellers with out-of-date homes?

06:04— How to find out what works best for you

07:00— How to contact me

If you have any questions or would like more information, feel free to reach out to me. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Now that 2019 is well underway, it’s time to review some market trends we’ve observed so far. I recently sat down for an interview on the subject, and I’m excited to share the full conversation with you today.

0:24 — How is the market right now in general?

1:42 — What are some strategies sellers can use to sell quickly and for top dollar?

4:48 — What’s on the horizon for our Dallas area market?

6:12 — How does today’s market compare to a typical one?

6:42 — How to contact the Good Home Team

If you have any other questions or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

I recently sat down on Facebook Live for a great interview about home buying—specifically, new construction home buying. I answered some commonly asked questions about the process, gave tips, and more. Here’s an outline of the discussion, with timestamps so that you can skip around to the topic(s) that interest you the most:

0:40- How buying a new home is different from buying a pre-owned home.

1:15- Is hiring a real estate agent necessary for a buyer?

2:20- The different new home options for buyers and how to negotiate with the listing agent.

3:30- Will new home construction be affected by the recent market slowdown?

5:15- Working with a builder versus working with a homeowner.

6:30- Some more benefits of buying a new home with an experienced agent.

If you have any questions for me in the meantime about this topic or about anything else related to real estate, don’t hesitate to reach out and give us a call or send us an email today. We look forward to hearing from you.

Spring is just around the corner, and it’s historically the most active time of the year for home sales. Therefore, the time to prepare is now. If you don’t know where to begin, don’t worry—we have you covered. Today we’ll be sharing the best ways to ensure your home is ready to sell for top dollar this spring.

00:06— Introduction to today’s topic: how to sell in spring

00:55— Selling in winter versus selling in spring

01:26— Information about our upcoming Date Night event

02:30— What you should be doing right now to prepare for a spring listing

04:13— Should you sell first and then buy your next home, or buy first and then sell?

07:01— Strategies and steps for buying/selling this spring

08:27— How to reach out to the Good Home Team

09:20— A recap on the upcoming Date Night event on February 12

10:13— Conclusion to our conversation

If you’re looking to buy or sell this spring, have any questions, or need further information, feel free to call 972-215-7653, email [email protected], or visit our website at TheGoodHomeTeam.com. In the meantime, we look forward to hearing from you soon.

What’s in store for our Dallas real estate market in 2019? I answered this question and more in my latest Facebook Live interview.

0:41—Emerging trends in our 2019 market

1:52—Where inventory is at now and where it’s predicted to go in the coming months

2:54—What an increase in interest rates would mean for buyers and sellers

4:07—Key takeaways from 2018

6:16—My advice for buyers and sellers entering the market in 2019

If you have any more questions about what to expect from our 2019 market or you’re thinking of buying or selling a home soon, don’t hesitate to reach out to me. My team and I would love to help you.

Buying or selling a home may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about the holiday season, but did you know that the later months of the year can be a great time to accomplish your real estate goals? 

Actually, our team has noticed that December tends to be the third-best month of the year to buy or sell a home in our market.

Think of it this way: If you’re listing your home, you can not only enjoy decreased competition, but you can also be certain that the buyers who come to view your property during the holidays are committed to making a deal. Many buyers are concerned about rising interest rates, and therefore want to get into their next home as quickly as possible. They want to lock in a favorable rate while they’re still historically low.

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In addition to these more practical factors, buyers also tend to be more sentimental during the holidays. Seasonal decor, so long as it isn’t overdone, can make a house look like a home in the eyes of potential buyers.

All in all, there are many factors that make the holiday season a great time to buy or sell. Between the tax advantages, the personal benefits, and other factors, this later time of year offers much more opportunity for buyers and sellers than some might initially assume.

If you’d like to talk about your specific goals and circumstances, have any other questions, or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.

What makes buying or selling during the holidays a surprisingly good idea? Let’s find out. Want to sell your home? Get a FREE home value reportWant to buy a home? Search all homes for sale Buying or selling a home may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about the holiday season, but did you know that the later months of the year can be a great time to accomplish your real estate goals?  Actually, our team has noticed that December tends to be the third best month of the year to buy or sell a home in our market. Think of it this way: If you’re listing your home, you can not only enjoy decreased competition, but you can also be certain that the buyers who come to view your property during the holidays are committed to making a deal. Many buyers are concerned about rising interest rates, and therefore want to get into their next home as quickly as possible. They want to lock in a favorable rate while they’re still historically low.December tends to be the third best month of the year to buy or sell a home in our market. ”In addition to these more practical factors, buyers also tend to be more sentimental during the holidays. Seasonal decor, so long as it isn’t overdone, can make a house look like a home in the eyes of potential buyers. All in all, there are many factors that make the holiday season a great time to buy or sell. Between the tax advantages, the personal benefits, and other factors, this later time of year offers much more opportunity for buyers and sellers than some might initially assume. If you’d like to talk about your specific goals and circumstances, have any other questions, or would like more information, feel free to give us a call or send us an email. We look forward to hearing from you soon.