Seattle Real Estate with Mark Chavez

Seattle Real Estate with Mark Chavez

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Seattle Real Estate with Mark Chavez episodes

  • The Home Selling Process

    Join Joanna & I as we walk through the process of selling your home.

    1. Find a Realtor

    • Discuss plans
    • Initial walk through for a more accurate property valuation
    • Review market stats & comps
    • Discuss marketing strategy

      • 2. Get your financing and pre-approval started

      1. Real Estate Buying Process podcast

        2. 3. Prep home for listing

        1. Decluttering
        2. Moving out
        3. Touch ups/updates
        4. Discuss any punch list items that need to be taken care of

          5. 4. Value of a minor investment (if needed)

          1. $12,0000 investment
            1. New carpet
            2. New paint
            3. Landscape

              4. 5. Review offers

              1. Strongest offer with best terms
              2. Most qualified buyer

                3. 6. Negotiate

                1. Inspection repairs
                2. Low appraisal
                3. Contract date modifications

                  4. 7. Closing

                  1. Project manager all key players for a smooth and timely close

                    2. Hosts:

                    Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                    C: 206-960-6275 * [email protected] http://markchavezrealty.com

                    Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                    33 min
                  2. Interview with Home Inspector, Greg Curran.

                    In this episode I interview a Seattle local home inspector and get his insight on the value of home inspections.

                    1. Why hire a home inspector?
                    2. Should clients shadow you during the inspection?
                    3. What are some things you have found that were not easily visible by the layperson.
                    4. What is the average cost for a home inspection?
                    5. Understanding  the ROI of a home inspection.
                    6. Why should a client attend the inspection?
                    7. Should home owners periodically do home inspections of their house?
                    8. What are things you commonly see home buyers get nervous about that are not that serious?

                      9. Guest: Greg Curran

                      Web: http://.foxdeninspection.com

                      (206) 409-2036

                      Hosts:

                      Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                      C: 206-960-6275 * [email protected]

                      http://markchavezrealty.com

                      Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                      44 min
                    9. Difference in Home Types

                      In this podcast, I give a quick overview of the types of home in the Seattle Market. Including: Single Family Home, Condo, Townhouse and Co-op.


                      Hosts:

                      Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                      C: 206-960-6275 * [email protected]

                      http://markchavezrealty.com

                      Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                      9 min
                    10. Hiring a realtor to purchase a home

                      Episode Notes:

                      In this episode I'm joined by a dear friend of mine and financial coach, Jared Lyman as we discuss the value of hiring a full time realtor for all your real estate transactions.

                      My process to starting your home buying process

                      1. Meeting with a Realtor within the early stages of your home search is key. Realtors are super important members of your home buying team
                        • I provide updated information about the market
                        • Send you properties & information about your micro market for the area and type of homes you're looking for.
                        • Enjoy being a resource for your real estate questions.
                        • Before our initial meeting I have my buyers complete their Home Buyer Questionnaire. This gives me an insight into what my buyers they're looking for so I can prepare and properly advise them from our initial meeting.

                          • Finances

                          1. Confirm your buying power by getting your pre-approval from a reputable lender. If you don’t already have a lender you want to work with, I can recommend a few lenders to choose from that I feel will be a fit to your particular situation.
                          2. Setting up your financing to buy a home starts with understanding your Debt to Income Ratio: Your debt-to-income ratio is all your monthly debt payments divided by your gross monthly income.

                            3. Exploring Down Payment Options

                            Down payment money is out there we'll help you find it. Here is a link to help you explore some options on your own. Down Payment Resource Center 

                            Resources:

                            The Confident House Hunter by Dylan Chalk

                            Guest: Jared Lyman

                            Podcast: Money, It's Math & Mental

                            Web:https://www.financiallyabundantlife.com/

                            Hosts:

                            Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                            C: 206-960-6275 * markchavezrealty.com

                            Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                            40 min
                          3. Don't Feel Rushed to Buy

                            Benefits to buying homes off season You get to see how the home handles the harsh weather Mortgage rates are low so many buyers are ready to buy The seller may be moving out of necessity and may be willing to make a deal Don't let the pressure of buying get to you Don't sacrifice your budget or home criteria just to win a house Market update More title reports were ordered this January compared to last year, which means more homes are being prepped to hit the market this spring. Make a mortgage budget & stick to it What is the monthly mortgage you are comfortable with and stick with that Make a back-up stretch budget in case you need to escalate on the price to submit a competitive offer Know your home criteria What are your must haves for your future home What are your nice to haves What are your deal breakers


                            Hosts:

                            Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                            C: 206-960-6275 * [email protected]

                            http://markchavezrealty.com

                            Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                            16 min
                          4. A little bit about your hosts

                            Launching our first podcast with a little bit about ourselves and informing people about the fast moving Seattle Real Estate market.


                            Hosts:

                            Mark Chavez Residential Realtor - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                            C: 206-960-6275 * [email protected]

                            http://markchavezrealty.com

                            Joanna Chavez, Assistant to Mark Chavez - Windermere RE Mount Baker

                            9 min

                          About Seattle Real Estate with Mark Chavez

                          From the publisher's feed

                          In this podcast I’ll give quick updates on the moving residential real estate market in Seattle WA. Along with answering common questions buyers and sellers have and tips on how to use real estate to…