Archive for ‘Selling Tips’

January 1, 2012

New Year – New Home!

HAPPY NEW YEAR!

As we say goodbye to 2011 & welcome 2102, it may be time to look at whether or not your current home fits your current needs.

Many things can change over the years & many times we outgrow our homes or just find ourselves ready for something new!

This New Year, we are in luck!  It is a fantastic time to buy a home!  Interest rates are at all-time lows & there are some great homes on the market to choose from.  Even if you have a home to sell first, now is a great time to get the process started.  With these historically low rates, there are many buyers who are eager to take advantage of them!

Let us help you get the ball rolling with a FREE Market Analysis or Home Search! 

Give us a call or text (210) 771-5263 or shoot us an email today!

(OK…We’ll understand if you wait until tomorrow the 2nd…Just don’t wait too long & miss this great opportunity!)

November 5, 2011

Real Estate – Buying or Selling a Home in Stone Oak & North San Antonio

Buying or Selling a home is a big task.  Having the right real estate agent is essential.  It is important that you have someone who understands your goals and has the knowledge (not just the willingness) to help you accomplish those goals!

As we have previously discussed, if you are looking to sell or buy a home in the Stone Oak or North San Antonio area, it is key that you work with someone who knows the area…real estate and otherwise!

Stone Oak REALTOR® – San Antonio Real Estate 

So…you are looking to sell or buy a home in the Stone Oak / North San Antonio area…or both?  Your first step is choosing the right Stone Oak REALTOR®Having the right real estate agent means having an agent who is committed to helping you with the highest level of expertise in the local market for which you are selling in or in which you wish to live.

And when we say local, we don’t just mean an entire city…but specific communities & school districts.  Let’s face it, in a city the size of San Antonio, an agent without focus won’t be able to provide you with the in-depth information that you need to make the important decisions that come with selling or buying a home.

We know the area.  Stone Oak & North San Antonio is a great place to live…not only are we very knowledgable about real estate in this area, but we can also provide great information about schools, businesses, hospitals, restaurants, shopping, night-life, community events & much more…Check out our page 365 Things to do in Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio.

It is also very important that your real estate agent is a REALTOR®.

“All real estate licensees are not the same.  Only real estate licensees who are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® are properly called REALTORS®REALTORS® are committed to treat all parties to a transaction honestly.  REALTORS® subscribe to a strict code of ethics and are expected to maintain a higher level of knowledge of the process of buying and selling real estate.”

  • Zars & Rogers REALTORS® focuses on providing more personalization and services tailored to your specific needs.  We offer customized marketing plans, buyer & seller programs and FREE Apartment Locating.
  • We are REALTORS®.  Each of our real estate agents adheres to a national code of ethics.
  • We carefully select each of our REALTORS®.  They are not just 1 out of hundreds…and therefore, neither are you.
  • Our services as your Buyer Agent cost you nothing.  Our services as your Seller Agent cost you nothing, unless we sell your home.
  • Keeping up with technology is key.  When listing your home, we provide superior internet exposure.  Over 90% of buyers use the internet when searching for a home.  Because we expose your home on many of the Top Ten real estate websites, plus numerous national & local sites, you will get better results.  When searching for properties, we utilize many sites besides the local MLS…ensuring that we help find the right home for you.
  • We guarantee our service and if for any reason you are not satisfied, we will allow you to terminate your listing or buyer representation agreement.
  • In everything that we do, we are committed to Quality Service.

Having the right Stone Oak REALTOR® means also having one to help you in understanding each step of the buying, selling or renting process.  We will be there for you every step of the way.

This commitment level has helped Zars & Rogers REALTORS® to build a remarkable track record of delivering results.

August 13, 2011

Low Interest Rates make it a great time to Buy & Sell in Stone Oak & North San Antonio!

With interest rates in the low 4′s, it is obviously a great time to buy…but, it is also a great time to sell!

Many prospective buyers are eager to take advantage of the low rates…so that makes it a great time to get your home on the market!

Is your home in the Stone Oak or North San Antonio area?  Well, good news, this market is HOT…another great reason to get your home listed today!

With as all of the great things going on in Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio, it is no wonder so many people want to live in this area!

What makes Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio such a great place to live?

  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is loaded with fantastic restaurants, great shopping, art galleries, theaters & nightlife. 
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is home to many local businesses as well as hospitals & top employers such as Velero, Tesoro, North Central Baptist Hospital, Methodist Hospital, UTSA, TPC JW Marriott, Washington Mutual & JP Morgan Chase.
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is also very convenient to other major employers, Downtown, The San Antonio RiverwalkMed-Center, the San Antonio International Airport, and several of San Antonio’s Military Bases including Randolph Air Force Base & Fort Sam Houston.
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is served by San Antonio’s two most highly acclaimed school districts, North East Independant School District (NEISD) and Northside Independant School District (NISD) and is home to The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is offers fun familiy activities with nature parks, playgrounds, and even a 6 Flags Fiesta Texas Amusement Park!
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is full of great communities with great homes to offer…both pre-owned & new construction homes including The Dominion, Canyon Springs, Cibolo Canyons, Sonterra, Summerglen, Bulverde Village, Mountain Lodge, Clemenston Ranch, Encino Park, The Cliffs at Cibolo, Stonewall Ranch, Stonewall Estates, Crownridge, The Vinyard and many more!

Sounds like a great place to call home, right?

SEARCH HOMES FOR SALE IN STONE OAK & FAR NORTH SAN ANTONIO

We also discussed previously Stone Oak Real Estate – San Antonio, TX – Buy, Sell, Rent…

Are you looking to buy, sell or rent in the Stone Oak area in North San Antonio? 

Good News…

If you are looking to Sell, you will have quite an abundant market of prospects….because of all the area has to offer!

If you are looking to Buy or Rent, you will have some great real estate to chose from…in an incredible location!

Let us know if you would like more information on Stone Oak & North San Antonio including a lhomes currently on the market in this great area! 

If you have a home to sell in this area, let us provide you with a free market analysis & show you how our proven marketing plan will get your home sold!

Are you Relocating to Stone Oak or North San Antonio?  Let us help you get to know the area!

Give us a call (210) 209-8711 or shoot us an email today!

July 10, 2011

It’s Hot…& So is our Market! Move-Up & Downsize Programs – Stone Oak & North San Antonio

Ok…Summer is officially here & there is no denying that it is HOT here in San Antonio!!  Well, the weather is not the only thing that is HOT…our Real Estate Market is HOT too! 

Recent Market Statistics prove that our Summer Buying / Selling season is well underway! 

So, If you are Looking to Buy, Sell or Rent…Now is the Time!!

And…if you are looking to Sell you current home & Buy a new home…we have a program just for you!!

Are you planning on selling your current home & purchasing another home in Stone Oak or another North San Antonio area?

Great News!  Zars & Rogers REALTORS®  can Help…AND we can save you money! 

 

Move-Up Program

If the next home that you will be purchasing is more than the home that you are selling, we will sell your present home for FREE!  When your current home closes, 3% will be paid to the buyer’s agent & 3% will be held by us.  When you close on your next home, you will receive that 3% back!

 

 

 

 

 Downsize Program

If the next home that you will be purchasing is less than the home that you are selling, we will cut our listing fee in half!  When your current home closes, 3% will be paid to the buyer’s agent & 3% will be held by us.  When you close on your next home, you will receive half of the 3% back (1.5%)!

And, of course, you will still get our full quality service!

  • Zars & Rogers REALTORS® focuses on providing more personalization and services tailored to your specific needs.  We offer customized marketing plans, buyer & seller programs and FREE Apartment Locating.
  • We are REALTORS®.  Each of our real estate agents adheres to a national code of ethics.
  • We carefully select each of our REALTORS®.  They are not just 1 out of hundreds…and therefore, neither are you.
  • Our services as your Buyer Agent cost you nothing.  Our services as your Seller Agent cost you nothing, unless we sell your home.
  • Keeping up with technology is key.  When listing your home, we provide superior internet exposure.  Over 90% of buyers use the internet when searching for a home.  Because we expose your home on many of the Top Ten real estate websites, plus numerous national & local sites, you will get better results.  When searching for properties, we utilize many sites besides the local MLS…ensuring that we help find the right home for you.
  • We guarantee our service and if for any reason you are not satisfied, we will allow you to terminate your listing or buyer representation agreement.
  • In everything that we do, we are committed to Quality Service.

We will be there for you every step of the way! 

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR??

Visit our site or give us a call today for complete details!

June 20, 2011

Buying or Selling a Home in Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio – San Antonio Real Estate

We discussed Homes for Sale in Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio back in January, but now that the summer buying/selling season has started, we are reminded once again how in demand the Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio area is!  Even people who are Relocating to San Antonio from other cities & states are requesting this area…so, the word is out!

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With as all of the great things going on in Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio, it is no wonder so many people want to live in this area!

What makes Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio such a great place to live?

  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is loaded with fantastic restaurants, great shopping, art galleries, theaters & nightlife. 
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is home to many local businesses as well as hospitals & top employers such as Velero, Tesoro, North Central Baptist Hospital, Methodist Hospital, UTSA, TPC JW Marriott, Washington Mutual & JP Morgan Chase.
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is also very convenient to other major employers, Downtown, The San Antonio RiverwalkMed-Center, the San Antonio International Airport, and several of San Antonio’s Military Bases including Randolph Air Force Base & Fort Sam Houston.
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is served by San Antonio’s two most highly acclaimed school districts, North East Independant School District (NEISD) and Northside Independant School District (NISD) and is home to The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is offers fun familiy activities with nature parks, playgrounds, and even a 6 Flags Fiesta Texas Amusement Park!
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is full of great communities with great homes to offer…both pre-owned & new construction homes including The Dominion, Canyon Springs, Cibolo Canyons, Sonterra, Summerglen, Bulverde Village, Mountain Lodge, Clemenston Ranch, Encino Park, The Cliffs at Cibolo, Stonewall Ranch, Stonewall Estates, Crownridge, The Vinyard and many more!

Sounds like a great place to call home, right?

SEARCH HOMES FOR SALE IN STONE OAK & FAR NORTH SAN ANTONIO

We also discussed previously Stone Oak Real Estate – San Antonio, TX – Buy, Sell, Rent…

Are you looking to buy, sell or rent in the Stone Oak area in North San Antonio? 

Good News…

If you are looking to Sell, you will have quite an abundant market of prospects….because of all the area has to offer!

If you are looking to Buy or Rent, you will have some great real estate to chose from…in an incredible location!

Let us know if you would like more information on Stone Oak & North San Antonio including a lhomes currently on the market in this great area! 

If you have a home to sell in this area, let us provide you with a free market analysis & show you how our proven marketing plan will get your home sold!

Are you Relocating to Stone Oak or North San Antonio?  Let us help you get to know the area!

Give us a call (210) 209-8711 or shoot us an email today!

May 26, 2011

Memorial Day Weekend is Upon Us – Now is the Time to Sell Your Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio!

Memorial Day Weekend is Upon Us – Now is the Time to Sell Your Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio!

So…you have been thinking about selling your home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio & have been trying to figure out the best time to put it on the market… 

Memorial Day is a time when when all commemorate our fallen soldiers…Memorial Day has also always signaled the beginning of the summer home buying/selling season. 
 
Many folks decide to move during vacation time or before school starts. 
 
So, this is a time when serious buyers start looking…Which means…this is the time that you need to get your home on the market!
 
Your first step is to choose the right REALTOR®…one who is committed to helping you with the highest level of expertise in the local market for which you are selling.
 
Zars & Rogers REALTORS® is ready to help &  Our Proven Marketing Plan will get your home SOLD!
 
Don’t forget…you have through May 31st to take advantage of our Reduced Listing Fees!
 

Give us a call (210) 209-8711 or shoot us an email today to get started with your Free Market Analysis!

HAPPY MEMORIAL DAY!!

 
 
April 21, 2011

Stone Oak Real Estate – San Antonio, TX – Buy, Sell, Rent…

Are you looking to buy, sell or rent in the Stone Oak area in North San Antonio? 

Good News…

If you are looking to Sell, you will have quite an abundant market of prospects….because of all the area has to offer!

If you are looking to Buy or Rent, you will have some great real estate to chose from…in an incredible location!

With as all of the great things going on in Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio, it is no wonder so many people want to live in this area!

What makes Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio such a great place to live?

  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is loaded with fantastic restaurants, great shopping, art galleries, theaters & nightlife. 
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is home to many local businesses as well as hospitals & top employers such as Velero, Tesoro, North Central Baptist Hospital, Methodist Hospital, UTSA, TPC JW Marriott, Washington Mutual & JP Morgan Chase.
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is also very convenient to other major employers, Downtown, The San Antonio RiverwalkMed-Center, the San Antonio International Airport, and several of San Antonio’s Military Bases including Randolph Air Force Base & Fort Sam Houston.
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is served by San Antonio’s two most highly acclaimed school districts, North East Independant School District (NEISD) and Northside Independant School District (NISD) and is home to The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA).
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is offers fun familiy activities with nature parks, playgrounds, and even a 6 Flags Fiesta Texas Amusement Park!
  • Stone Oak & Far North San Antonio is full of great communities with great homes to offer…both pre-owned & new construction homes including The Dominion, Canyon Springs, Cibolo Canyons, Sonterra, Summerglen, Bulverde Village, Mountain Lodge, Clemenston Ranch, Encino Park, The Cliffs at Cibolo, Stonewall Ranch, Stonewall Estates, Crownridge, The Vinyard and many more!

Sounds like a great place to call home, right?

SEARCH REAL ESTATE IN STONE OAK & FAR NORTH SAN ANTONIO 

April 3, 2011

Selling a Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio? How a Home Warranty can Benifit You…

Selling a Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio? How a Home Warranty can Benifit You…

This is the time of year that many homes go on the market.  If you are looking to sell your home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio, there are many ways that offering a Home Warranty can benifit you, the seller.  

Did you know that homes that come with a Home Warranty sell for approximately 3% closer to asking price?

Or…that homes that come with a Home Warranty sell up to 50% faster?

Offering a Home Warranty can also help to avoid last minute negotiations on homes with older systems & appliances.

Good News:  When you list your home for sale with Zars & Rogers REALTORS®, we will provide a Home Warranty FREE of charge.

That’s not all…the home warranty that Zars & Rogers REALTORS®provides for you to help yome sell faster & for more will also protect you while your home is on the market…for up to 180 days!

That’s right, if a covered item breaks down due to normal use while you have your home listed for sale, it will be covered!

If you are looking to sell your home in Stone Oak or any other North San Antonio community if you would like more information, shoot us an email or give us a call today (210) 209-8711.

March 28, 2011

Could you have to pay back the HomeBuyer Tax Credit??

Could you have to pay back the HomeBuyer Tax Credit ?

Many people who currently live in San Antonio took advantage of the government issued Home Buyer Tax credits offerd on qualified home purchases in 2009 & 2010.  These tax credits of $8,000 for First-Time HomeBuyers & $6,500 for Long-Time HomeOwners (subject to certain criteria) typically do not have to be re-paid.  However, in order to avoid having to pay back your rebate, the home you purchased must remain your primary residence for 3 years.

According to the IRS, if the home ceases to be your primary residence during the first 3 years, you must repay the full tax credit that you received under the following circumstances:

  • You sold your main home to a related person or entity.
  • Your home is destroyed, condemned or disposed of under threat of condemnation and you do not purchase or rebuild a replacement home within two years.
  • You converted the entire home to a rental or business property.
  • You converted the home to a vacation or second home.
  • You no longer live in the home for the greater number of nights in a year.

You may also have to repay the full amount or a partial amount in the following circumstances:

  •  You sold your main home to a non-related person or entity. You repay the amount of the credit up to the amount of your capital gain.
  • You lost your home in a foreclosure.You must repay the credit only up to the amount of gain.

 There are some exceptions…

  • If you transfer the home to a spouse due to a divorce, you are not responsible to pay back the credit.   However, the spouse receiving sole ownership of the property will have to repay it, if it ceases to be his or her primary residence during the 3 year period.
  • If your home is destroyed, condemned or disposed of under threat of condemnation and you Do purchase or rebuild a replacement home within two years, you do not have to repay the tax credit
  • If a homeowner happens to lose their life during the 3 year period, the rebate does not have to be repayed.

So…if you are thinking of selling or renting out your primary residence & you received the HomeBuyer Tax Credit for purchasing the home on 2009 or 2010, you will want to keep this information in mind as you weigh your options.  Depending on your unique situation, it may still make sense. 

For more information or to discuss further your options on selling or renting, shoot us an email or give us a call at (210) 209-8711.

March 3, 2011

Reduced Listings – Now is the Time to Sell Your Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio!

Reduced Listings – Now is the Time to Sell Your Home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio!

So…you have been thinking about selling your home in Stone Oak or North San Antonio & have been trying to figure out the best time to put it on the market… 

Well, that time is NOW!  As we head into Spring, the market gets exciting…buyers come out of hibernation & they are eager to see what is on the market.  You don’t want them to miss your home!

Zars & Rogers REALTORS® is ready to help!   Our Proven Marketing Plan will get your home SOLD and to sweeten the deal, we are offering Reduced Listings as we celebrate the season!  List your home with Zars & Rogers REALTORS® between March 1st & May 31st & we will cut our listing fee in half…for a total fee of 4.5% instead of 6%!

Give us a call (210) 325-0497 or shoot us an email today to get started with your Free Market Analysis!