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  • Real Estate Terms "E"

    Earnest Money -Also known as the Escrow Deposit. This in money paid by the buyer at the time an official offer to purchase is submitted to the seller, inteded to demonstrate the good faith of the buyer to complete the purchase.  Earnest money is applied against the purchase price when the sale is complete.  The Earnest money may be ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on May 31, 2009
  • "B" and "C" Real Estate Terms

    Balloon Mortgage:  A short-term mortgage, generally at a fixed rate of interest, to be paid back in predetermined, equal monthly payments with a large final payment for the balance of the loan to be paid at the end of the term. Broker:  A person licensed to represent home buyers or sellers for a contracted fee.  Brokers manage real ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on May 3, 2009
  • Real Estate Terms Made Simple! "A"

    Knowledge is power!  A Glossary of Real Estate Terms will help you to untangle the complicated web of current real estate language. I'll add weekly to my real estate glossary starting with  "A" and ending with "Z" .  Feel free to contact me with any questions regarding the local real ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on April 25, 2009
  • Negotiating Factors and Accepting an Offer

    Negotiations for the sale of a home can be affected by emotional factors. For example, it is easy to be offended by someone who is making an offer on your property. Even if the buyers love your house, they are trying to negotiate the best possible price and terms. They probably will not let you know how much they want your home until they have ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on February 26, 2009
  • Locate Your Lifestyle!

    If you are looking for a new home in Williamsburg or elsewhere, it is important to communicate with your real estate agent about any special aspects of your lifestyle that will influence your choice. This information will help your agent to locate the perfect home for you and your family. Are you a gourmet cook who loves giving lots of parties? ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on January 1, 2009
  • Making your Dream Home Come True

    Is it time to initiate the purchase of your first home? You may be starting a family and outgrowing your small apartment. If the time seems right to seriously consider buying a house, but you are afraid you don't you have enough cash, don't worry! Real estate agents are experienced in helping first-time buyers locate the financial ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on December 7, 2008
  • Home Inspection

    Your real estate agent's job is to find you the perfect home, in the right location, with all the amenities you want--and at the right price. It is the home inspector's job to find any skeletons in the closet -- or in the plumbing, wiring, roof, basement and beams. The inspector won't pass or fail a home based on what he or she finds, ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on December 4, 2008
  • Relocation checklist for Moving to Williamsburg, VA

    Relocation Checklist for Moving into your New Williamsburg Homes·         Contact Andrea Pokorny to consult with you on your needs and budget in a new home so she can immediately begin the search for your new Williamsburg homes.·         With ...
    Posted to Andrea Pokorny (Weblog) by 560022 on October 4, 2008