Buyers

The journey to owning a new home is not as simple as finding a beautiful home online, clicking "purchase" and the home becomes yours! There is the pre-approval process, finding a realtor, looking at homes, making an offer, the inspection process, the contract signing, the appraisal process and more! Feel free to scroll through the information below for more information on the buying process. You can also contact Kat directly at 914-419-0270 or via email at kat@thehousekat.com. She will be happy to answer any questions about the process.

Real Estate CBR Defined

October 1, 2012 By Kat Palmiotti

Real Estate CBR Defined I sign my emails with my name (obviously). I follow that with "NY State Licensed Associate Broker, CBR®." Unless you are an an agent or broker who has already obtained the "CBR" designation, you may not know what that means. ... » Learn More about Real Estate CBR Defined

Directions key to finding homes

April 22, 2012 By Kat Palmiotti

Directions key to finding homes! Dear listing agent, I recently brought buyer clients to look at your listing. We've tried to set up the appointment several times. After issues with your seller's availability were worked out, we finally had a firm appointment set up to see the home. ... » Learn More about Directions key to finding homes

Do buyers need real estate agents?

March 29, 2011 By Kat Palmiotti

In one of my recent posts, I debunked the myth that real estate professionals are millionaires. However, salespeople are paid a commission to do whatever it is they do. Both sellers and buyers often want to buy or sell a home themselves; why do they need an agent? ... » Learn More about Do buyers need real estate agents?