Mara Santos Realtor

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🏡 What Is a CMA?

If you’re thinking about selling your home, one of the first things you should understand is a **CMA — Comparative Market Analysis.**

A CMA is a report your real estate professional uses to estimate your home’s current market value by comparing it to similar properties that have recently sold, are currently on the market, or were recently listed.

A CMA can help answer important questions like:

• What could my home realistically sell for?
• How does my home compare to similar properties?
• What are buyers currently willing to pay?
• Is now a good time to sell?

**Pricing your home correctly from the beginning can make a major difference.**

Want to know what your home could be worth in today’s market? A CMA is a great place to start.

🏡 **5 Questions to Ask Before Deciding How Big Your Home Needs to Be**

The right home isn’t necessarily the biggest home you can afford — it’s the home that fits your lifestyle.

Before you start touring properties, ask yourself:

1. **How many people will live in the home?**
2. **Do you plan to grow your family?**
3. **How often do you work from home or need dedicated office space?**
4. **How much space do you actually use for entertaining, hobbies, or storage?**
5. **What size home fits comfortably within your budget?**

Answer these five questions first, and you’ll have a much clearer idea of what to look for — and what you can skip.

**Follow the questions in the video and see what home size makes the most sense for you.**

QUESTION OF THE WEEK
Do you really understand all of your financing options when buying a home?
Conventional. FHA. VA. Jumbo. Down payment assistance. First-time buyer programs.
The right financing strategy can impact your monthly payment, cash needed at closing, purchasing power, and long-term financial goals.
Before you start touring homes, make sure you know what you actually qualify for — not just what you think you can afford.
Question: If you were buying a home today, which financing option would you choose — and do you know why?

Payed a visit to my friend Monica at the Windance Lake Community from Taylor Morrison. Beautiful homes with great inventives for buyers!

BOOST YOUR POWER TO PURCHASE
Your buying power isn’t just about what you make — it’s about how strategically you position your finances.
From improving your credit and reducing debt to understanding your financing options and building a stronger financial profile, the right strategy can make a significant difference when you’re ready to purchase a home.
The goal isn’t simply to qualify.
The goal is to put yourself in the strongest position possible.
If homeownership is part of your plan, start preparing before you start shopping.

What sells a home?
Price, Location and Finishes