The Savvy Realtor with Angie Cole

Seller Programs, Market Updates, and More

What kind of options do sellers have when working with Angie and her team? She is going to explain some new programs her team is offering, discuss the market a bit, and answer two listener questions on luxury home buying and home inspections.
 
Read and learn more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/seller-programs-market-updates-and-more/
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - What’s happening in the local market?
4:08 - What kind of seller programs are being offered by Angie and her team?
6:21 - Mailbag: Where should I look for luxury homes in Raleigh?  
8:49 - Mailbag: Should I waive inspection?
 

Special Guest Round-Up: Hear from Our Closing Partners

What advice do real estate professionals have to share when it comes to buying or selling a home? Today, we talk with five people you’d likely work with throughout the process. 
 
Read and learn more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/special-guests-partners-of-angie-cole/
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - Today we have a few special guests: our partners!
1:37 - Ask the home inspector: when to inspect new construction.   
3:28 - The attorney minute: issues to resolve.
6:00 - The mortgage moment: 20 percent down.
7:25 - Stage this home: common issues. 
10:07 - Buying blitz: using a buying agent.

Mailbag: Are There Contract Cancellation Fees?

What happens if you aren’t happy with your real estate agent? Do you have to pay a fee to cancel the contract? Angie answers this question and three more in today’s podcast.
 
Read more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-will-i-be-charged-a-cancellation-fee/
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - Will there be fees if I cancel a contract with a realtor?
3:37 - Where should I look for new construction?
5:15 -  What should I know about rental properties?
8:28 - Will my house sell for the same amount as my neighbor’s?

Mailbag: How Can We Compete With Cash Offers?

Wondering why your offer hasn’t been accepted yet? Angie reveals a bit of the behind the scenes when someone makes a financed offer vs. a cash offer. Plus, she shares a market update and answers one other question from the mailbag.
 
Read more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-how-can-we-compete-with-cash-offers/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - How is the market looking right now?
4:30 - Mailbag: Can you still buy a for-sale-by-owner home with a realtor?
6:24 - What kind of fraud situations can happen?
7:33 - Mailbag: How can we compete with cash offers?

3 Stories From The Closing Table

What kind of journey do buyers and sellers go on before they finally close on their home? Find out three recent stories with Angie and her clients.
 
Read more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/3-stories-from-the-closing-table/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
1:10 - Closing story: Moving out of state.
3:20 - Closing story: Buying off the market.
6:07 - What should sellers do to prepare?  
7:35 - Closing story: Sight unseen offer.

What’s the Latest in National Real Estate News?

These three stories give us a pulse on what’s happening nationally in the real estate market. From crowdfunding to pandemic homebuying complaints, have you heard the news?
 
Show notes: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/whats-the-latest-in-national-real-estate-news/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:48 - What’s a new way to crowdfund for real estate?
4:12 - Nationally, there is hope for buyers with more listings available.   
6:11 - Is affordability a problem?

Mailbag: Can I Sell My Rental Home, Even If It Has Tenants?

Wanting to capitalize on the seller’s market but still have your property rented out? What are your options? Angie answers this listener question as well as three others on today’s show.
 
Read more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-can-i-sell-my-rental-home-even-if-it-has-tenants/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - What’s happening in the market?
1:37 - Mailbag: Why do some homes have split ownerships?
4:25 - Mailbag: Can I sell my rental home even though it still has tenants?
6:30 - Mailbag: Should I do home repairs before selling it?
7:52 - Mailbag: How do I know how much home I can realistically afford?
 

Top Homebuyer Priorities Since the Pandemic

The pandemic has had an impact on people in many ways, including on the home features that buyers are now prioritizing in their home search. What are those top priorities? We talk through a recent article and see what Angie thinks.
 
Read more and get additional resources here: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/top-home-feature-priorities-for-homebuyers-due-to-the-pandemic/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - What are the top home feature priorities for pandemic buyers?
1:07 - Buyers want a quiet location.
2:25 - Who doesn’t love an updated kitchen?
2:55 - A garage is more desired than in the past.
5:13 - Outdoor living areas are important.
8:08 - Pet space is wanted.
9:06 - Updated bathrooms continue to be popular.
9:20 - Home office is still on the list.
10:00 - Do you have broadband internet capabilities?
11:21 - Open floor plans are still common.

Mailbag: Can I Still Write A Personal Letter to the Sellers?

Personal letters to the seller to go with the offer used to be recommended but is it even allowed now? Angie shares what you need to know about the offer letter.
 
Read more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-can-i-still-write-a-personal-letter-to-the-sellers/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/ 
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - Mailbag: Can you write a personal letter to the seller?
6:34 - What can you put in a letter?
7:23 - Mailbag: Can I still see houses that are listed as pending?

Mailbag: How Do You Determine How Much A Home Is Worth?

As we answer questions from the mailbag, Angie shares her experience and real estate expertise to make sure you get the best when it comes to buying or selling a home. Do any of these situations relate to yours?
 
Read more: https://www.acolerealty.com/blog/mailbag-how-do-you-determine-how-much-a-home-is-worth/ 
 
See our listings: https://www.acolerealty.com/
 
What we discuss on this episode: 
0:38 - Mailbag: What’s changed with selling a home in the past 25 years?
3:29 - Mailbag: How do you determine what a home is worth?
5:27 - Mailbag: How often will I communicate with my realtor?
7:30 - Mailbag: Should we do for-sale-by-owner?