{"id":1915,"date":"2017-07-19T10:00:23","date_gmt":"2017-07-19T10:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thezakariagroup.com\/3-tips-to-succeed-in-todays-real-estate-market\/"},"modified":"2017-07-19T10:00:23","modified_gmt":"2017-07-19T10:00:23","slug":"3-tips-to-succeed-in-todays-real-estate-market","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thezakariagroup.com\/3-tips-to-succeed-in-todays-real-estate-market\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Tips to Succeed in Today\u2019s Real Estate Market"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In today\u2019s highly competitive real estate market, where inventory levels are not keeping up with the constant stream of buyer demand, there are steps you can take to ensure you are most prepared for success when buying a home.<\/span><\/p>\n

The 3 tips we are going to expand on today come from a recent blog<\/a> by Trulia<\/em> entitled, The Skinny on Skinny Inventory.<\/em>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

1. Be Prepared<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\u201cHomebuyers should talk with a lender, real estate agent, and a home inspector BEFORE finding a home to make an offer on.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Being intentional, pre-approved, and prepared will set you up for the accelerated time tables that come with a highly competitive market. If you are the most prepared buyer interested in a home, if you have already secured financial approval, and if you are ready to move fast, your bid will be that much more attractive to a seller.<\/p>\n

2. Think Strategically<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\u201cStarter homebuyers don\u2019t have a home to sell and can be flexible on closing dates compared to homebuyers who are also trying to sell at the same time.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

If you are one of the many first-time buyers looking for your dream home, know that being strategic and flexible about closing dates can also help your offer stand out from the rest. But don\u2019t fret if you are a homeowner who will also have to sell your own house first \u2013 be upfront about your timeline with your agent and with any offers you make.<\/p>\n

3. Seek Out the Ugly Ducklings<\/strong><\/h4>\n
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\u201cBuyers might consider looking for homes that have been on the market for a while and investigate why. The reasons may be a deal-killer but all it takes is one ugly duckling to turn into a swan.\u201d<\/em><\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

Finding a fixer-upper or a home that needs a little love might be your best way to guarantee that you are able to find a home in the neighborhood that you want. The worst house on the best block will go for a steal and offer instant equity once you fix it up!<\/p>\n

Bottom Line<\/strong><\/h3>\n

In today\u2019s market, full of bidding wars and tough competition, finding ways to stand out from the rest by getting creative will improve your chances of having a home to call your own.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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