Michael BairdMar 232 minBut What About The Paint Cans?When it comes to closing on a home sale, who is responsible for all those half used, unwanted cans of paint?
Michael BairdJan 112 minElements of a Title V HoldbackWhat happens when a septic inspection doesn't pass during the home buying process? And how can a Title V Holdback help?
Michael BairdNov 11, 20212 minWhat About Damage?What happens when you have an agreement to buy a home, then a tree lands on it, or some other major damage occurs prior to closing?
Michael BairdSep 8, 20211 minInterview: Don't Fear The AppraiserInterview with home appraiser Danyl Collings of Four Core Properties on what appraisers are looking for and how agents can help
Michael BairdAug 17, 20212 minWhy God Created Title Insurance- When Attorneys DisagreeAnytime I speak with a client about title insurance, the sentiment is the should be fine. But, roughly 25-30% of titles reveal something to
Michael BairdAug 5, 20211 minToo Many Irons in the Fire Can BurnIt’s clear buyers are in a competitive situation. So, now there’s a new phenomenon… buyers making simultaneous offers on multiple properti
Michael BairdMay 27, 20212 minAppraisal Waiver vs. ModificationHow much money do you have? Buyers are waiving the appraisal portion of their financing contingency in order to stand out to sellers. As a
Michael BairdMar 29, 20211 minInterview: Tips For Hiring a Professional Moving CompanySpecial thanks to Bill Bailot of Gallo Moving & Storage for joining me for this interview to discuss some great topics when it comes to hiri
Michael BairdMar 8, 20212 minDo You Really Want To Use That Escalation Clause?Much like the power of love, a price escalation clause is a curious thing. When considered against the background of contract mechanics, i
Michael BairdFeb 19, 20212 minBeware Buyers Bearing “Informational Purposes Only” Inspection ContingenciesThe standard language is simple, but generates some concerns. “Buyer’s inspection is for informational purposes only” is probably the most c
Michael BairdJan 24, 20212 minWhat Is Suitable Housing?In this aggressive Seller’s market, Buyers are getting squeezed with respect to price and terms. One particular term your may buyers see i
Michael BairdDec 3, 20200 minRecording Delays: Why They're Happening and How to Avoid ThemMany buyers and sellers are running into delays with getting their sales on record same day. I'll discuss why and how to avoid this headache
Michael BairdJul 8, 20200 minDifferent Pieces of the Same Pie (Part 3): LegalIn part 3 of our series, we look at all the people involved in the legal aspects of purchasing your new home
Michael BairdJun 5, 20200 minDifferent Pieces of the Same Pie (Part 2): HomeToday, in part 2, we look at all the folks who will be involved in the physical home when you're buying a new house
Michael BairdMay 29, 20200 minDifferent Pieces of the Same Pie (Part 1): A Guide for New Home BuyersIf you're a new home buyer, or even a repeat one, you might have questions about who does what. I'm here to help.
Michael BairdFeb 20, 20200 minBuy a Home Like a F'ing Grown-UpDon't just buy a house, buy a house like a grown-up
Michael BairdFeb 20, 20200 minEveryone Needs a Home InspectionEven if you think you don't, you need a home inspection. Here's why
Michael BairdFeb 19, 20201 minSubdivisions: A Few Questions to AskBuying in a subdivision is a lot like buying any other property, but with a few extra details. Here are some ?s you should be asking.
Michael BairdFeb 19, 20201 minWhat is a Water Resource Protection District?You may have never run into a situation with a buyer purchasing a home in a Water Resource Protection District. But chances are you will.
Michael BairdFeb 19, 20201 minThe Time I Killed a Beautiful MomentBelieve it or not, real estate attorneys can be awkward.