F.A.Qs
Here is a collection of frequently asked questions that I have put together to help you in buying or selling a home. If you have any other questions, not listed here, feel free to
call or send an e-mail.
By clicking on any of the questions below, you may view the answer.
Buyers
What is the first step for a first-time home buyer?
The first thing you should do is apply for a loan with a lending institution. You need to know how much you can get pre-approved for and how much you can comfortably spend before you start seriously shopping. FSBOBR works very closely with a local mortgage company, Key Lending Solutions, who offers free mortgage consultations to all of our customers and website users. Give them a call at 225-291-7901 or you can apply on their website through this link:
https://keylendingsolutions.com/apply-online/
General
What all is included with my listing?
Each ad that we sell is good for 1 year from the date of initial setup and comes with a yard sign and the FSBO Resource Kit. The yard sign says 'Tour Online - FSBOBR.com' to help direct people to see your listing online. The FSBO Resource Kit contains the purchase agreement and property disclosure forms that you will need, as well as offers from a couple local companies that offer free professional advice for our customers. The package will be shipped out on the following business day.
When and how do I get my yard sign and FSBO Resource Kit?
The package that contains the yard sign and Resource Kit will be shipped to you via United States Postal Service on the business day after you complete your listing. They are shipped Priority Overnight so they get to you as quickly as possible.
Why am I having difficulty uploading my pics?
If you are having difficulty uploading a picture, it is more than likely too large a file. You can shrink the file size by reducing the size dimensions of the pic to roughly 800 pixels wide, and then it should work. If you still can't get it to upload, you can email the file to us at
helpdesk@fsbobr.com , and we will upload it for you.
Sellers
Is there a way that I can get assistance with completing the required forms?
Yes, there surely is a way for you to get help. FSBOBR works very closely with a local title company, Choice Title, who offers free professional advice to all of our customers and website users. Give them a call at 225-744-4241 for assistance with the purchase agreement, property disclosure form, or questions about the closing process. We have always gotten tremendous feedback about Choice Title over the years, and highly recommend taking advantage of their professionalism and expertise.
What should I require before accepting an offer?
You should always require a Letter of Pre-Approval from anyone that wants to make an offer before you even consider accepting it. The mortgage industry has gotten a lot stricter over the years, and it is now more important than ever to verify that a potential buyer can get approved for a loan before you even consider the offer. You do not want to waste your time with someone that can't get the money in the first place.
