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We are a family business of licensed Realtors, serving all Skagit and Island Counties in the Pacific Northwest Washington State. With over 35 years of combined experience, we hold many designations and awards. Learn all about The Mayo Home Team at https://islandhomes4sale.com
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"I will work with the Mayo office for property in Anacortes and beyond. They have exceptional geographic and real estate market knowledge of Skagit County, and they really listen to customer needs."
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Working with diverse agents provides consumers with an abundance of resources and abilities that an individual agent may not have. Experienced agen...
Buying your first home can seem overwhelming, and information is your biggest ally. The Mayo Home Team @ RE/Max Gateway educates aspiring home buye...
Land real estate is all about helping bring your future vision into reality. The Mayo Home Team @ RE/Max Gateway works with clients in and around A...
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Winter is always slow and tough for the local businesses. Summer months of been booming more than usual however!
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Winter is always slow and tough for the local businesses. Summer months of been booming more than usual however!
You will want to have the seller hire a flood survey to be performed in order to obtain a Flood Elevation Certificate/Letter Of Map Amendment(LOMA) FEMA. This could significantly lower the cost of flood insurance and make the home and property more marketable. A lot can be discovered with such a...
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You will want to have the seller hire a flood survey to be performed in order to obtain a Flood Elevation Certificate/Letter Of Map Amendment(LOMA) FEMA. This could significantly lower the cost of flood insurance and make the home and property more marketable. A lot can be discovered with such a survey.
I feel the number one reason a home does not sell in the first 30 days in a good market is pricing. There could be other factors influencing a lengthy marketing time such as the condition of the home. This too can be correct in price if the work cannot get done. I have Sellers think that $5000...
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I feel the number one reason a home does not sell in the first 30 days in a good market is pricing. There could be other factors influencing a lengthy marketing time such as the condition of the home. This too can be correct in price if the work cannot get done. I have Sellers think that $5000 higher won't make a difference and I say it does in any market. You have to find the sweet spot on the price. If you are getting showings and no offers then re-examine price and condition. Proper staging and decluttering will make a world of difference.
I deliver exceptional service and shortly after the close of my business with the client I send them an email. In that email is thanking them in advance for taking the time to do this very important task. I tell them that I realize it is a pain and I explain what each is going to require. Such as...
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I deliver exceptional service and shortly after the close of my business with the client I send them an email. In that email is thanking them in advance for taking the time to do this very important task. I tell them that I realize it is a pain and I explain what each is going to require. Such as if you have to sign up for an account to give a review they will have to cancel their account afterward or they will get emails from that company. Below that is the buttons for each place I want a review in order of importance. (sometimes I will get reviews in all five places but usually just one or two). I like Brent's suggestion of ideas what you want them to review you about. Power of suggestion. I think I will be incorporating this into the email. :) Thanks Brent!
I want my lender partner to coach and educate my clients. I want them to offer options. Most of all, if the lender qualifies my clients I expect to get to the closing table.
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I want my lender partner to coach and educate my clients. I want them to offer options. Most of all, if the lender qualifies my clients I expect to get to the closing table.
Stability when investing in your primary residence. It is a proven fact that the home environment is much more stable when families own their own homes.
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Stability when investing in your primary residence. It is a proven fact that the home environment is much more stable when families own their own homes.
I find that most new home buyers are not aware of the rising interest rates and most of all do not have the understanding of the impact they have on them and the amount of mortgage they will qualify for. I demonstrate to them what just a half a percent jump in interest rates can have on them. I...
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I find that most new home buyers are not aware of the rising interest rates and most of all do not have the understanding of the impact they have on them and the amount of mortgage they will qualify for. I demonstrate to them what just a half a percent jump in interest rates can have on them. I further explain why waiting and saving more money will actually cost them more in the end. The time to buy is now, if you possibly can. I can usually get buyers into homes for less cost than they have originally thought, with seller contributions and as little as 3% down on conventional financing. It is usually a lot less costly to get into a home than most people think, and a lot less than waiting and letting interest rates rise.
The appraisal is ordered through your bank if you are having financing. If you are purchasing by way of cash, would be the only time you would order your own if you wanted to have an appraisal. When purchasing with financing your mortgage source has their own list of approved appraisers. Even if...
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The appraisal is ordered through your bank if you are having financing. If you are purchasing by way of cash, would be the only time you would order your own if you wanted to have an appraisal. When purchasing with financing your mortgage source has their own list of approved appraisers. Even if you had a recent appraisal done on the home, your lender would not be able to use it unless the appraiser was on their approved list. If you are purchasing by way of cash and want an appraisal performed and your offer states such, ask your Realtor. Realtors are a great source for appraisers and other resources for your home.
The largest misconceptions about my industry (and there are plural) is how the buying and selling of real estate works and how the Realtor fits into the equation. How we as Realtor's get paid. That a buyer usually does not pay for our services but they get full representation protecting their...
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The largest misconceptions about my industry (and there are plural) is how the buying and selling of real estate works and how the Realtor fits into the equation. How we as Realtor's get paid. That a buyer usually does not pay for our services but they get full representation protecting their best interests. That we are not trustworthy and are working for ourselves and not the client, most are very trustworthy and work hard for the client. And that there is a big difference between a "Realtor" and a "real estate agent". Always seek out the services of a "Realtor", licensed with the National Association as well as the State and bound by "the code of ethics".
I give my buyers an hour or two gift certificate of a handy man to do all the little things they need done around the house. All they need to do is move in!
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I give my buyers an hour or two gift certificate of a handy man to do all the little things they need done around the house. All they need to do is move in!
