Benefits of Our Buyers' Advantage Program

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As we move further and further into the heaviest season for buying real estate, more buyers today are out to get the best deal possible. This is particularly true during a time when there are far more buyers out there than there are homes available for purchase.

So when you work with one of our buyers’ agents on the Russell Arkin Associates team, you will instantly feel peace of mind knowing you’re in good hands. Not only will you receive one-on-one expert advice and counsel – but also you will receive the many benefits of our exclusive Buyers’ Advantage Program. Here is a look at just some of the advantages.

Love It Or We’ll Sell It For Free

We know that in today’s fast-paced marketplace sometimes it’s hard to find the perfect home fast enough to beat other buyers and win the bid. In that haste, if you happen to learn that the house you purchased is not the right one for you – we’ll sell it for free! For up to 12 months after you buy it, the only commission you pay is to the agent that brings a buyer. That’s just one of the guarantees we make to our buyers because we know our high commitment level will yield only the best results in your home search. We are very confident we’ll help you find the perfect home that we stand by our commitment with this guarantee.

Buyers Walk Away With a Home Warranty, Every Single Time

Oftentimes we are able to negotiate a home warranty within a contract for our buyers but in cases where we are unable to get the seller to buy you a home warranty, we buy it for you. The added peace of mind with a renewable home warranty is just another one of the ways we make sure you are safe, secure and happy in your new home.

Long-Term Assurance of a Cleared Title

A lot of buyers have no idea that title insurance must be purchased when there is a lender involved for the sale of a home. The reason behind title insurance is to make sure there are no claims to the title moving forward and to insure the lender against any such claims. As part of Buyers’ Advantage Program, we offer a fully paid title insurance policy when the seller can’t or won’t pay for your portion of the policy. Just another of the many ways we work to make it a positive experience for you!

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If you are in the market for a new home, contact us today. We’d love to help make your dreams of buying the perfect home come true!

A Good Time for Buyers and Sellers

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It’s no secret that after 2007 the real estate market hit a rough patch for a few years. Inventory was way up because of all the foreclosed and distressed properties, so with supply up, prices inevitably went down thanks to the law of supply and demand. Fast forward to today. Now inventory is down, and prices have consistently gone up over the past year. Top off this news with interest rates remaining historically low. So what does this mean for the buyer and seller?

If you’ve thought of selling your home, the time is now. Since there are fewer homes on the market, there’s more competition for available homes. Low inventory often translates into multiple bids for homes in good condition, high list-to-sale price ratios and being able to negotiate better terms. It’s a great time for sellers.

So when selling your home, if you want to get top dollar for your property, take advantage of the low inventory. Here’s the thing: supply and demand affect what you’ll get for your home. When everyone who has been thinking about selling their home puts their home on the market is not the time to dive in—if you want to get the most out of your home. At the end of the day, you have a better chance at success if you decide to sell now, instead of waiting until all the Joneses get into the market.

If you’re in the market to buy a home, be aggressive. When a home that you’re interested in hits the market, plan to see it as soon as possible and make the best possible offer that’s at an appropriate price point for the seller. Remember, inventory is low. If you hesitate, the property could be gone because others will be making offers.

Right now, you can afford more of a home because of low interest rates. Interest rates are still below 4% with some as low as 3% with a 15- or 20-year fixed-rate mortgage. Mortgage bankers are eager to lend. When interest rates rise, you could get locked into spending a few hundred extra dollars a month on your payment. So why wait?

Give us a call so we can tell you where to be positioned and how to be successful in the market. Please contact us at (703) 401-7327 or visit us at www.russellarkin.com. We’d be happy to assist you.

Tips To Get the Home of Your Dreams in a Changing Market

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The current market is a very different world than it was just a few years back when there were lots of homes on the market and buyers could have their way when negotiating.  That’s not the case today.  Far fewer homes are on the market and there’s lots of competition for those available homes because interest rates are still so low.  Here are a few tips to succeed in this new market.

To get started, speak with a local expert who understands the market and knows how values from street to street and neighborhood to neighborhood.  Your agent will be your best advocate.  Investing in a home is the biggest purchase you’ll make so it’s important have a professional by your side.  This person can help you land your dream home and avoid home-buyer mistakes.  Your agent will also connect you with the right people (a lender, home inspector, attorney) to make the entire process as smooth as possible.    

When a home that you’re interested in hits the market, plan to see it as soon as possible and make the best possible offer that’s at an appropriate price point for the seller.  Remember, inventory is low.  If you hesitate, the property could be gone tomorrow because others will be making offers.  

Keep in mind that mortgage loan rates are still fantastic, which makes buying a home more affordable than ever.  A 30-year fixed-rate mortgage hovered at record-low rates during 2012, but the rates won’t last forever, so there’s not a better time to buy than now.  If you wait and interest rates rise, you could get locked into spending a few hundred extra dollars a month on your payment.    

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We’d love to hear from you.  You can reach us to find out about the best deals for 2013 by contacting us today at (703) 401-7327 or Russell@RussellArkin.com.