Keller Williams - Becky Williams
Chico,CA
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Becky Williams - Realtor
"Committed to giving you the Excellent Service you deserve!"
Welcome to your one-stop source for real estate services in Chico, Paradise, Durham, and the surrounding areas! Real estate is the most exciting investment you can make. It should be a fun and rewarding experience. Whether you are looking to buy or sell a home near one of the prestigious Chico golf courses, or in a quiet lot in the fertile agricultural community, or a shaded property in the foothills, I Will Make Your Next Move A Pleasant One!
Nothing is more exciting to me than the gratifying feeling I get from helping people meet their real estate needs. You can count on me to always do what is in your best interest. I pride myself on being honest, trustworthy, and knowledgeable in the real estate market. have had extensive training in the latest real estate strategies, and am confident that I can offer you knowledge and tools most other agents can’t.
I know how important it is to get the best offer for your property and to find your dream home. Therefore I will make it my responsibility to help you achieve those goals. Take a look around the website to see some of the useful tools available for both buyers and sellers.
I understand that the purchase of a new home or the sale of your home is one of the most important transactions you will make in your lifetime. I’m here to guide you through this intense process, ensuring that that you get professional advice, honest appraisals, and regular communication. I’m always available for a quick and courteous response.
It’s important for me to connect with each person because I want to take the stress out for them. I get the most satisfaction out of caring for people and knowing they have been given excellent representation. That is why each year I invest in honing my skills to keep up with technology and to be sure I am the best negotiator my clients can hire.
So whether you are thinking of buying or selling, call me and let me put my expertise to work for you.
I can also help you find an excellent lender who will educate you so there are no surprises.
I look forward to assisting you in all of your real estate needs!
Is this your time to buy?
Don’t let this opportunity get away again?
Call Becky TODAY!
Mortgage Calculator
Not sure if you are in the market for buying? We can help with this easy-to-use mortage calculator!
Considerations before you buy or sell
- How will interest rates affect your decision?
- What is a “seller’s market” or a “buyer’s market?”
- How will my mortgage rate change if rates go up?
- How many houses are there for sale?
- How many distressed sales are on the market?
- How will you know when it’s the right house?
- Which is more important, the ideal home, or the ideal location?
- Do you sell first, or buy, then sell?
Location
- What schools will your children attend? A charter school, or a public school?
- Where do you like to do your shopping?
- Do you want to be close to public transportation, bike trails, or quick freeway access?
- Are there family or friends you want to live near?
Personal Tastes
- How large of a home do you want?
- What style of architecture do you prefer?
- What type of lot do you prefer?
- Do you need room to entertain?
- Do you enjoy yard work?
- Where do you want to do your laundry?
- Should the kitchen open up to the family room, or be isolated?
- Do you like gardening? Do you prefer a low maintenance yard?
Budget
- How much home can you comfortably afford?
- What kind of loans are available?
- How much money will you put down? There are financing options with low down payments.
- May I buy a home with no money down?
- If my FICO score is low, can I still get a loan?
- What if you could buy a home for less money than you are paying in rent?
- Does your employment qualify you for a special loan?
- Your agent will know the lender’s in town. Ask them who they would recommend.
- Are you aware of available loans with low money down that are available for the community?
- What is a renovation loan?
How do I find the right sales professional to work with?
- A sales professional should present you with a disclosure statement before any working relationship is created.
- That statement should explain what a buyer's agent is and does, what a seller's agent is and does, and what dual agency means.
- It is very important to remember that real estate firms are governed by laws that can vary by state.
- Call the agent to make sure you enjoy talking with them because you will be spending a lot of time together.
- Make sure they have experience.
- Are they a buyer’s agent or a seller’s agent?
House Hunting Tips
- How will you chose a good investment.
- It should fit the way you live, with spaces and features that appeal to everyone in the family.
- Is there enough room for you now and in the near future?
- Is the home's floor plan right for your family?
- Is there enough storage space?
- Will you have to replace the appliances?
- Is the yard the size that you want?
- Are there enough bathrooms?
- How much maintenance and/or decorating will you need to do right away? Later?
- Will your present furniture work in this home?
- Extra space will make your home more appealing to a larger number of interested buyers
- when it comes time to sell.
- While you are viewing a home, bring up things you wish were different, or you would like to
- change. A good agent will have great ideas for you. Don’t feel like you are being critical...
- this may be your next home.
- Is an older home as good a value as a new home?
- New homes generally have more space in the rooms where today's families do their living,
- like a family room or activity area.
- They're usually easier to maintain, too. However, many homes built years ago offer more
- total space for the money, as well as larger yards.
- Consider a home warranty to get the peace of mind you deserve, we strongly recommend it.
Some Questions to Ask the Homeowner
- How much money do you pay for monthly utilities?
- How old is the furnace and the central air conditioning system?
- How old is the roof?
- Is there city sewer or a septic system?
- Is there a well, or city water?
