Great question - when you find out let me know as we are looking for one as well. 

If they are putting the property in major outlets including WSJ, NYT and sharing the property all over then sometimes its better to pay an extra point, but the 6% is for both buyer and seller.

Inside, examine the structure for water damage or cracks, test the plumbing for leaks and good water pressure, and check electrical systems and outlets.

One of the things I do Is I pay the monthly $20 for ChatGPT, this way I can teach it what I want, of course you have to double check it but I will have it create entire social media posting calendars as well as topcs for me to use.

I love talking about this stuff so much that my kids complain about it constantly, so I thought helping other people understand some of the general contours of the industry from a legal perspective would be a better outlet than lecturing teenagers for a fourth time about what a defeasance is!

There's a social media app called Nextdoor.

It's not a sound way of doing business, especially if you hire some random VA to call for you in an area they know nothing about.Agents should always be building their sphere and creating warm inbound marketing from social media, events, and meetups instead of doing spray and pray.

You can often uncover major things with a little research before you view the property - Ages of appliances, HVAC system, foundation/cracks, plumbing leaks, small electrical things (bring an outlet tester), signs of previous leaks, termite damage etc.

Look up the loan officer and not the company (do they have any online reviews or social media presence; if possible look up their production numbers to see if they are any good)4.

I'm slowly making smaller improvements, like paint, light fixtures, and outlets, but my townhouse does need some larger repairs, such as new floorboards for my large deck (not covered by the HOA), an overhead light in the master bedroom, and new flooring in the basement.