Answers by Keith Jean Pierre

This is a good start: https://www.nar.realtor/magazine/tools/client-education/handouts-for-sellers/questions-to-ask-when-choosing-a-realtor

Purchasing a property on Auction.com is not like purchasing a traditional home with traditional showings and viewing windows.

I would suggest given a call to a local professional who can shed more like on the matter for you.

JJ, speaking with a local agent will help with this. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Real Estate Operations in ALL 50 States

Selling your home first will put you in the strongest position to purchase but it is not for everyone. What I would suggest is selling your home first and then doing a rent back while you purchase your new home.

There are market calculators online that give indications to market trends month over month. That would be a good start to see what is happening in your town and or neighborhood. Additionally, you can speak with a local real estate agent who will be able to shed more light on the situation for you. Best of luck.

Yes you can but you will inherit the problem. Highly suggest getting a few estimates to understand what the costs associated are.

Best bet, sell now before things get worse and maximize the appeal of your property with proper curb appeal and interior staging. The better the home looks, the more people will tour. The benefit you have now is that inventory is still low in many markets, making buyers purchase homes in less than desirable neighborhoods. Remember, when the expensive markets go up, the surrounding markets do as well, due to the fact the original clientele can no longer afford the increase.

I think it is time to make a change as it does not seem like your agent has your best interest at hand. A home that is updated and in good condition should not sit for a month with low showings and no feedback, regardless of being in the country. The issues you described—listing errors on the MLS, a part-time agent, and no feedback—are all signs of poor representation.

Yes homes are selling in Houston, but depending in the exact market you are in determines how much of a challenge it is. Remember that Texas was one of the boom markets during Covid so there was an overpopulation and buildup in a short period of time, leading to higher-than-normal inventory. And do not feel bad about not selling in the past. Remember, when you sell high, 95% of the time you also buy "high" when it comes to primary residences. So, when you sell now, although it might be lower than desired, your new purchase will most likely be lower than the 2022 era. Primary residences just move cash up and down; the true reward is only when you retire and move somewhere at 1/4 the cost. Until then, money just changes hands; up or down.

Mobile homes can be an affordable stepping stone, but they also come with different resale challenges than traditional homes. Mobile homes are generally harder to resell and often depreciate in value just like a car, particularly if they are located in a park on leased land rather than on land you own

As long as you have HOA approval, you are fine.

More information is required to effectively answer this question.

You have a few options assuming you have a valid lease with them; honor the lease as intended and give notice for showings or pay to break their lease and relocate them. If you can find a decent number, I highly recommend the second. Having showings with tenants is often problematic.

Yes, typically happens if the home does not appraise, home inspection issues could not have been resolved, the buyer couldn't obtain the mortgage, or one of the buyers lost their job.

Yes, typically happens if the home does not appraise, home inspection issues could not have been resolved, the buyer couldn't obtain the mortgage, or one of the buyers lost their job. All that said, I would not hold my breathe that this will happen as it is rare and also there can already be backup buyers waiting.

Given your financial situation as a 27-year-old, selling the inherited, paid-off home is often the most practical move to generate immediate liquidity and avoid high maintenance costs. However, if you are able to handle property taxes, insurance, and utilities, moving into it can eliminate rent and drastically improve your financial situation long term. Best of luck!

Have you thought about possibly painting the brick?

Are you aware that purchasing an auction property is not like purchasing a traditional home with traditional showings and viewing windows? These almost always are sold as is and cash is the preferred purchase method; unless it makes it to a REO agent and gets traditionally listed by the bank.

A bit more information would be required, but most importantly, how are you priced and how does your home show compared to other homes in the neighborhood?

Winning a bidding war in a highly competitive area like San Jose without the highest bid requires shifting the focus from price to other appealing avenues to the seller. Make the process as easy for the seller in regard to closing timeframe, minimal inspections, seller convenience, possible rent-back if they need, etc. Sellers often prioritize a guaranteed, hassle-free closing over an extra $10,000–$20,000 that might not materialize if financing falls through.

You will either need the listing agent to show you the property, a buyer's agent to represent you, or tour an open house they have scheduled. Due to liability, someone besides the consumer has to be present. There is no charge to view a home and the buyers agent is typically compensated by the seller, or you can draft an offer asking the seller to pay the compensation. If all those fail, they you would be responsible for the commission if you elected to move forward.

More information would be required, most importantly, purchase price. There are financing options that offer 3.5% as a minimum down payment; this is called FHA.

In many stated this would be disclosed in the Property Disclosure.

Not knowing how the process works puts you at a significant disadvantage; this is enough for me to understand the value. Think of someone trying to do your job with no experience.

This would be what is called a Limited Service listing, and there are brokerages that offer this service.

You would need to speak with a lender to discuss your particular financial situation. If you Google you should be able to find someone.

Market instability leads to rising costs. Your particular situation should be the determinate of if you should stay or sell and unfortunately we do not have enough information to make this determination for you. Best of luck!

You do not "need" to replace the carpet, but the newer carpet will definitely draw the eye as opposed to "bad" carpeting.

Authorization & Power of Attorney is required.

A survey could help you with this task. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

Selling is best if you need immediate cash for a new home purchase, desire to avoid landlord responsibilities, or have high-interest debt, but this is not the case in your situation, so this really comes to personal preference. Do you plan to ever return back to the area or home? If not, selling is probably the best play unless being a long-distance landlord is something you are VERY comfortable with.

The listing actually states that you must purchase the furniture for an additional fee? Wow, this is a new one! You have the right to refuse the furniture, but the issue is the fact that you love the house. They are probably well aware of this fact, and it is one of those "call your bluff" situations to see who blinks first. There really is no easy answer to this, but you might have to risk losing the house by saying no if there is not amenable resolution.

You are not crazy, but you definitely need to think of the long-term effects. Are you staying in town? Buying a new home? Renting? Want to get back into the market at a later date? These are all factors that should be considered.

An "auction" style listing would be the best avenue. We do about 40-60 of these every year. Start the price under market, have a 4-day showing window and then best and final offers by a deadline. There is a lot more to it, but that should give you the gist of it. Let me know if you have any other questions. Best of luck!

Yes, there are options available to you. Speaking with a lender will give you a lot more insight into what these options are.

I am sorry, but I do not completely understand the question. Are you looking for a rental?

If the listing agent gave you authorization to withdraw your listing, you would contact them to have this done. You can confirm this is done by Googling your address as the property will no longer show up as active, therefore no longer be on these websites showing for sale. Good luck! Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Team Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

As stated in here, looks like you have great information but there is nothing like experiencing yourself in person. Based on the information relayed in here, I would select a few homes of choice and have an agent video tour with you to narrow down and then once you are available to come here, knock everything out in a weekend. This is very typical with our relocation clients. Checking the area out during rush hour, Saturday/Sunday, and nighttime will get you a great overall view of what to expect. Best of luck with your relocation. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

A probate attorney is your best asset in this situation. Best of luck!

As stated in here, looks like you have great information but there is nothing like experiencing yourself in person. Based on the information relayed in here, I would select a few homes of choice and have an agent video tour with you to narrow down and then once you are available to come here, knock everything out in a weekend. This is very typical with our relocation clients. Checking the area out during rush hour, Saturday/Sunday, and nighttime will get you a great overall view of what to expect. Best of luck with your relocation. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

What are your specific needs? Do you need to sell for a larger property? Are you relocating? We would need more data to properly assess your particular situation. Good luck! Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

Amanda & Michael are correct on this rule. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

This can never hurt, especially in this competitive market. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

Focus on deep cleaning, decluttering, and enhancing lighting. Simple updates like a fresh coat of paint, updating hardware (faucets, knobs), adding greenery, and rearranging furniture to create better flow can transform a home. Boost curb appeal with a boldly painted front door and eye-catching landscaping.

Renovations typically increase home value unless they are overly taste specific. If you are doing a renovation for resale value, make sure it is neutral in choice. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

December, followed by January due to the holiday season and then subsequent financial constraints after the holidays. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

AI can not facilitate the complete home sale process. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

Lots of great answers in here. Good luck with the purchase. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

Most states require a Sellers Disclosure statement which explains anything that you know about the property. Additionally, a home inspection will most likely reveal this issues. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

They can certainly ask, but that is not typical. Keith Jean-Pierre Managing Principal The Dapper Agents Operations In: NY, NJ, FL & CA

Many of the real estate websites have checklists that are pretty accurate to get you started.