Ryan Vaught's (rvaught) Blog

February 4, 2009 Looking to hear some interesting but concise real estate news?  Why not skip the ads and head over to CNN.com to listen to some hot topic real estate news without having to wait and hope to hear something on the nightly news.  You can listen to clips that range from about 2 minut...

February 3, 2009 I wanted to share with you two free websites I have been introduced to that can help to make your life as a realtor, home owner, home buyer or just random looker of my blog a little easier.  I have started implementing some tools from them such as converting my voicemail into tex...

January 30, 2009 Educate you regarding the purchase agreement.  If you have ever seen a purchase agreement then you know well what I am talking about!  There is a lot of technical and legal garb to sort through and understand.  Most people trying to read a purchase agreement on their own would fe...

January 29, 2009 They will work with you to find properties that meet your specific requirements such as location, price and amenities.  Doing this on your own can be a tedious and very time consuming chore, especially if you already have a full time job. Arrange for appointments and show you the...

January 27, 2009 Having your house on the market involves a certain invasion of your privacy.  This bothers some people more than it does others.   You can count on real estate agents previewing  your home.  This is where they come see the home first hand with one or more clients in mind before t...

January 26, 2009 6 Characteristics Of An Economically Healthy Neighborhood 1. Pride of OwnershipThis is usually made apparent the first time you drive through the neighborhood.  Ask yourself- are the yards well maintained, are the cars in good, working condition, is the front of the house free of...

January 23, 2009 As promised from yesterdays blog, here are some more home buying issues to consider.  If you didn't read yesterdays blog check it out to see the complete list of home buying issues to consider. Basement? Finished basement or unfinished?  Consider in this how much you will use pos...

January 22, 2009  These are some important issuses you may want to consider and prioritize as you look into buying a home: How many bedrooms? Is your family growing?  If so, consider how many bedrooms you may want in the near future in this decision. How many bathrooms? Master bath? Ex. Are doubl...

#1. Motivation ...why are you considering a move? Are your reasons compelling enough to cause you to be realistic and put up with the realities of moving? I.E. think about the cost involved and the hassle of moving- is it worth it?  #2. Authority ...is the decision to move yours alone? Are there ...

January 15, 2009Step #3Remember You Have Safety Nets Available To You... Your judgement as an educated/informed buyer.Following steps one and two (see the last two blogs) and also doing your homework and knowing the market helps you to be an educated and informed buyer. A local market report prep...