Real Estate Q&A: What You Need to Ask About Buying/Selling Property in 2017

Event will take place in the Community Room in the Morse Institute Library in Natick Center.

Stop by and take advantage of the opportunity to have all your questions answered by experts in real estate, finance and insurance. Ideal for anyone who may buy or sell property in the Metrowest area in 2017, whether you're a first time buyer, trading up, downsizing, or looking for investment property. 

FAQ's you need answers on before you make a move (and please bring your own questions!):

• What are the best strategies for increasing my credit score and saving for a down payment?
• What percentage will I need to put down and what can I expect to pay in closing costs?
• What is the difference between a pre-approval and pre-qualification and why should I be pre-approved to view properties?
• What insurance policies will I need as an owner or as a landlord?
• Where should I begin my search and what's wrong with using Zillow?
• How do I prepare my home for sale and what repairs should I make?
• How do I handle a simultaneous buy and sell transaction or transaction involving several properties?
• How long will it take for my home to sell and how long does it take to close on a purchase?
• What can I expect at the home inspection as a buyer or as a seller?
• What do I need to know about buying an investment proeprty?
• How is financing and purchasing new construction different than buying an existing home?

Reservations are recommended to ensure space and time to provide personal answers to everyone's questions, but drop-ins are welcome if space allows.

Hosted by:

Tory Keith, Realtor and Associate Broker, Andrew Mitchell & Co

Matthew Teeter, NMLS 20485, Gold Coast Mortgage Service Inc MB 1841

Lisa Casillo, Edward Jones

Tina Southerland, G&N Insurance