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Appraisal Basics An appraisal of real estate is the valuation of the rights of ownership. The appraiser must define the rights he intends to appraise. The appraiser does not create value, the appraiser interprets the market to arrive at a value estimate. As the appraiser compiles data pertinent t...

Put it in Writing with Tony Casmirri.Put negotiations in writing. Don't reveal your strategy, and don't make oral offers. You want to buy the house, but don't hand over money until you're sure the seller is legally capable of conveying a good title and meeting other conditions. The seller, in tur...

Traditional Loan ProcessYou've found the mortgage you want and you're ready for the next step - the loan application. The process costs anywhere from $100 to $500 and is usually non-refundable. Lenders levy the fee to cover the costs of running credit reports and filling out mortgage-insurance ap...

SW FLORIDA REAL ESTATE AGENT - Chris CasmirriMany of you may be thinking of an investment property, vacation home or retirement.  Chris Casmirri has been in Southwest Florida for 6 years, Chris Casmirri services Lee and Collier Counties including Bonita Springs, Estero, Ft Myers, Naples, Barefoot...

Tony Casmirri will be hosting the Grand Opening of Woodhaven Hills, today, September 30,2007 between 12 and 5 p.m. Tony Casmirri will be prepared to discuss all your Real Estate needs.  Pricing starts at $245,000 for 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, full basement, attached garage, elevator - Easy Lifestyle...

What to OfferA REALTOR® can help you find your perfect home, but only you can decide how much you are willing to offer for it. The REALTOR® can supply you with information about the selling prices and marketing time of other houses in the area. Once you have determined the amount you are willing ...

Role of A Title CompanyNow that you've decided to buy a home, what happens between now and the time you legally own it? The next step is to obtain title for the property from the title company. A title gives the owner the right to possess and use the property. But before receiving title, the titl...

Relocation TimelineAbout one month away from your move, you'll want a detailed checklist to make sure nothing is forgotten.  Four weeks to go:Call moving companies for a free estimate. Cost will vary depending on distance, weight and optional services. Look through your house to determine items t...

The OfferWhen a buyer makes an offer to purchase your home, your REALTOR® will contact you promptly. The REALTOR® will scrutinize the document, review it with you carefully, and answer your questions. The written offer is important because it lays out all the terms of the proposed transaction and...

Art of NegotiationEverything is negotiable when buying a house. For some reason, most buyers either don't believe it or don't like it. Here's a partial list of what's negotiable when you buy a home: Price Financing Closing costs (except where specified by financing or law) Occupancy (When can you...