Christopher Nelson's (thenelsonhomegroup) Blog

The Complete Homeowner's Guide to Understanding a Short Sale Key Highlights In a short sale, the money made from selling the property isn't enough to cover what's owed in debts and costs. The person selling doesn't have extra cash on hand to make up for this shortfall. For homeowners struggling w...

How to Prepare for an Open House as a Buyer: Expert AdviceKey Highlights To really draw in people looking to buy a home, having an open house that shows off the place at its best is key. For those selling homes, it's smart to follow some advice like making sure the outside looks inviting and ensu...

Ultimate Guide: How to Get the Best Deal When Buying a Home Key Highlights Understand the current real estate market conditions to find the best Get pre for a mortgage early to show your seriousness as a buyer Research your desired neighborhoods to find hidden gems Know when to compromise and whe...

Mastering the Use of Social Media in Real Estate Marketing Key Highlights For real estate agents, social media is a keyway to meet new clients, show off properties, and create a solid presence on the internet. By using social media smartly, agents can get their listings in front of more people th...

Dealing with the Threat of Foreclosure Successfully Key Highlights•    Foreclosure is the process by which lenders take back a home if the defaults on the mortgage.•    It is important understand the foreclosure process and its impacts on homeowners.•    Early warning signs of pending foreclosure...

Ultimate Guide: How to Get the Best Deal When Buying a Home Key Highlights Understand the current real estate market conditions to find the best Get pre for a mortgage early to show your seriousness as a buyerResearch your desired neighborhoods to find hidden gems Know when to compromise and when...

 Top Tips for First Time Homebuyers in Philadelphia Key Highlights First-time homebuyers in Philadelphia have access to a wide range of homebuyer assistance programs and grants. These programs provide financial support for down payment and closing costs, making homeownership more affordable. The ...

 What to Expect During a Home Inspection Key Highlights When buying a house, getting it checked out by a home inspector is super important. It helps buyers know what they're getting into. A certified home inspector does the check-up and looks for any problems like bad structure, water damage, or ...

 Dive Deep into Understanding Equity in a Home Key Highlights: Home equity is the portion of your home that you own outright, calculated by subtracting your mortgage balance from the home's current market value. Building home equity is important because it can be a way to create wealth and help y...

 Importance of Exclusive Buyer Representation Agreements Key Highlights Exclusive buyer representation agreements provide dedicated representation and protect the buyer's interests throughout the home buying process. By signing an exclusive buyer representation agreement, buyers can ensure loyalt...