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What does Buyer’s Agent, Listing Agent , & Dual Agent mean when selling homes in Oregon? By Justin Thayer

When most people think of a real estate agent, they think of someone that works with buyers and sellers of homes and other property. And for most purposes this definition is accurate. However, there are areas of specialization in the real estate field, including agents that work just for buyers and agents who work exclusively for sellers. Understanding these distinctions is important when you are looking to buy or sell a home. You want someone working for you that can accomplish your goals. The saying jack of all trades and master of none can definitely apply to the real estate industry. If you are selling a home look for a listing specialist. If you are buying a home look for a skilled buyer’s agent. There is a huge difference between a real estate agent who works with sellers vs buyers!  Differences Between a Buyer’s Agent and a Listing Agent Considering how much money may be on the line when you are buying or selling a home, you want to know that the Realtor you hire is be

Managing Your Rental Property in Eugene Oregon by Justin Thayer. #EugeneOregonInvestorRealtor

Managing Your Bottom Line Insurance costs continue to rise, although industry experts predict rates will increase at a slower rate or remain flat in 2015.  Commercial insurance  saw a modest 3% increase overall in the third quarter of 2014. Compared to increases as high as 6% in previous years, that’s a welcome bit of news. The asking price for homes (market value) likely influenced the diminished growth. According to  MarketWatch , although some metropolitan areas are still accelerating home prices are flattening out in many markets. If you’re going to manage your own properties, it’s imperative that you research state and federal requirements about coverage  and  understand your options. Coverage varies from state-to-state and depends on the company you choose, but here are some options to consider. Comprehensive: Covers property owners from sudden loss not excluded elsewhere in your policy. Named Peril Coverage: Covers specific natural and accidental damage from specific ev

Real Estate Capital Gains in Lane county Oregon!

Selling your home can net you a big return. But what does the taxman have to say about it? Taxes on capital gains can get you big-time in certain situations, so it is important to understand how capital gains applies to your home sale before you try to rake in the money. Luckily the rules have changed since 1997, making it easier for you to sell your home and realize a profit. This is good news for anyone wanting to sell a home right now. U nderstanding how capital gains work when selling a home is important. New Real Estate Capital Gains Rules After 1997 If you sold a home pre-1997, you may be surprised to hear about the generous tax break you can get on your home sale. This is because the current laws went into effect on May 7, 1997. This law is referred to as The Tax Payer Relief Act of 1997. Before this time, you had to take the profit from your home sale and use it to buy another, more expensive house, within a period of two years. If you didn’t do this, taxation on your pro

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5 tips for selling your home for the best price from Eugene Oregon's top Realtor Justin Thayer of Team Thayer

1. STUDY THE MARKET Most homeowners enlist the services of a real estate agent to market their home and perform a variety of tasks, including reaching out to a network of buyers' agents, preparing the home for viewing and dealing directly with prospective buyers. That shouldn't preclude sellers from being knowledgeable about the process, however. "The most important thing in pricing and getting your house sold fast is to do your homework," said Michael Corbett, a real estate expert at Trulia, a housing information and listing website. Trulia and other online real estate sites, such as  Redfin.com  and Zillow.com  feature searchable maps and home sales data. Look up what similar homes have sold for in the last 30 to 60 days and how long they've been on the market. You can also see whether those homes sold for less or more than their initial asking price. 2. BE PATIENT Some sellers may be tempted to press thei

What Is a Short Sale? Top Oregon Short Sale Real Estate agents Team Thayer explain the #Short #Sale #Process

T he world of real estate can be confusing, and sometimes, even with careful planning, mortgage payments can be difficult to make . If you find yourself faced with options like foreclosure, bankruptcy or a short sale, it’s important to understand your choices. A short sale is for those who do not qualify or do not want to  refinance their home mortgages . In this situation the seller can accept a lower bid for the property to increase the chances of a quicker sale. This requires that the lender agree to accept a payment lower than the balance owed on the mortgage. The lender takes a loss but gets at least some (or even most) of its money and both parties  avoid foreclosure . The Process Short sales can be a long and complicated process and require a streamlined communication line between seller and mortgage lender. Most creditors require that the borrower show that financial hardship is preventing them from making mortgage payments. Different creditors require varying condition