by Alex McIvor | Feb 1, 2022 | Uncategorized
Today I’m talking about “as-is” offers! I’ll explain how an “as-is” offer is different from an offer with no inspection contingency totally. I’ll also explain why I like them and what to expect when writing an...
by Alex McIvor | Jan 25, 2022 | Uncategorized
In today’s Real Estate Basics video, I’m tackling appraisals. What they are, what it means when you get a low/high appraisal, whether you need an appraisal if you’re a cash buyer or have waived your appraisal contingency, appraisal waivers, and much,...
by Alex McIvor | Jan 12, 2022 | Uncategorized
What the heck is a contingency?? In today’s Real Estate Basics video, I’ll cover that and the three main contingencies – inspection, appraisal, and loan – that a buyer is going to worry about when purchasing a home. 0:00 Intro 0:26 What is a...
by Alex McIvor | Jan 11, 2022 | Buyers, Mortgages
Homebuyers borrowed more money in 2021 than ever before. Breaking the last set record in 2005. In 2021, the MBA – Mortgage Brokers Association – estimates that $1.61 Trillion in debt was taken out by buyers for home purchases. While it’s still...
by Alex McIvor | Jan 7, 2022 | Buyers, Mortgages, Tips
Yes. What’s that you say? “That’s just a self-serving answer from a Realtor. That’s what you’d expect him to say.” And.. well… you’re not totally wrong. Let’s be honest. But before you tune out, let me explain why I think that. I’ll be quick..ish. Okay, so why is it a...