How Can I Keep Track Of All The Homes I See?

by consumertitlelincoln.com | Jan 13, 2014 | Finding:

There are some great tips in this video, like: if possible, take photographs of each house: the outside, the major rooms, the yard and extra features that you like or ones you see as potential problems. Write things down as you go. And don’t hesitate to return...

What Should I Look For When Walking Through A Home?

by consumertitlelincoln.com | Jan 13, 2014 | Finding:

As we show you in this video, in addition to comparing the home to your minimum requirement and wish lists use the HUD Home Scorecard and consider the following: Is there enough room for both the present and the future? Are there enough bedrooms and bathrooms? Is the...

What Questions Should I Ask When Looking At Homes?

by consumertitlelincoln.com | Jan 13, 2014 | Finding:

As you’ll see in this video, many of your questions should focus on potential problems and maintenance issues. Does anything need to be replaced? What things require ongoing maintenance like paint, roof, heating and AC, appliances and carpet? Also ask about the...

Is An Older Home A Better Value Than A New One?

by consumertitlelincoln.com | Jan 13, 2014 | Finding:

Well, as this story shows, there isn’t a definitive answer to this question. You should look at each home for its individual characteristics. Generally, older homes may be in more established neighborhoods offer more ambiance and have lower property tax rates....

How Can I Find Out About Schools & Community Resources?

by consumertitlelincoln.com | Jan 12, 2014 | Finding:

The video puts this in more visual terms, but basically, contact the local Chamber of Commerce for promotional literature or talk to your real estate agent about welcome kits, maps, and other information. You can get information about school systems by contacting the...