Hill Street Realty Inc - Jacksonville, FL

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The focus is to work one-on-one with home buyers to help them understand the local market and the suburbs within. Having been down this road before, Hill Street is prepared to collaborate with you to find every available option at your disposal.

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Preparing to sell a home can be overwhelming. Simplifying the process for you, Hill Street educates clients on common industry practices, such as, depersonalization, open house planning and realistic offer expectations.

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Military Relocation Professional

Coming from a background in the United States Marine Corps, Mark is proud to be certified as a Military Relocation Professional.The MRP certification program educates REALTORS® about working with U.S. service members and their families and veterans to find the housing solutions that best suit their needs and to take full advantage of available benefits and support.

As a USMC veteran, his experience gives a unique perspective on the needs of those in service. Mark’s extensive experience in real estate provides a wider view of military benefits available. This is why his focus is to educate active military and veterans of all benefits they are entitled to and provide them with all the options at their disposal.

MARK ALVIN

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Following my passion led me to pursue a career in real estate, upon the completion of my enlistment in the U.S. Marine Corps. I began working in real estate sales, shortly after, with Coldwell Banker in Savannah GA until the 2008 recession. What was a difficult time in our industry brought me to the city I love; Jacksonville, Florida. In February 2020, I was proud to officially open Hill Street Realty, Inc. A Real Estate Sales & Management Company. I am proud to dedicate my career to creating a real estate experience with peace of mind and organized solutions.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes should I visit?

Sometimes buyers find their future home on the first viewing. Others look at 50 homes before seeing one that checks all their boxes. It’s a good idea to see at least a few alternatives to have points of comparison.

What should I look for when visiting homes?

Look beyond the staging and decorative items to see the features and fixtures that convey the house.
Check the condition of the home.
Keep track of photos and notes.
Consider possible home improvements you might want to make so you can research costs later.
Do not forget to check out the outside of the property and the neighborhood. Hill Street has access to neighborhood insights and data to help inform your decision.
Locate your commuter route, schools, shops, restaurants, parks and other amenities.
If the property is a condo or located in a homeowners association, find out the fees and rules.

What should I expect to see in the contract?

Hill Street clients are always explained the key points in the multi-page contract, such as; accuracy of information, including the correct spelling of name and property address
The effective date of the contract is important because contingencies have time limits.
A list of contingencies, such as that the sale depends on financing, an appraisal, a satisfactory home inspection and perhaps the sale of your current home.
Property disclosure information from the seller (State Law).
A complete list of what conveys with the property.
A list of required inspections, such as a home inspection and a pest inspection
Information about hard move-in dates..
If your offer is contingent on the sale of your home, the seller may add a “kick-out” clause, which means that the seller could accept another offer if one is made before your home is sold.

What should I do before the closing?

As your closing nears, you should:

Keep in communication with Hill Street Realty in case there are sudden updates.
Avoid lowering your credit score with a new credit application or late payments..
Confirm that your contract contingencies are resolved, including the home inspection, an appraisal and your financing.
Finalize homeowner’s insurance policy.
Gather a down payment and closing cost funds in an accessible account.
Review your Closing Disclosure form, which you’ll receive three days before settlement.
Do not hesitate to ask questions.
Arrange a wire transfer or get a cashier’s check for the funds you need for the settlement.
Schedule a walk-through of your new home within 24 hours before your closing to check its condition.

What can I expect at the closing?

Paperwork! It will be no quick meeting. Bring to the closing:

A government-issued photo ID.
Proof of homeowner’s insurance.
Copy of the contract.
All paperwork associated with loan and the home purchase.
Cashier’s check or wire transfer confirmation.
Checkbook for miscellaneous funds that were not included on closing estimate.

What paperwork is required to close?

You’ll be signing numerous documents, including a repeat of the documents you signed when applying for a loan.
The most important documents signed are:
Promissory Note to repay the mortgage.
Deed of Trust, which gives the lender the right to foreclose if you do not repay the loan.
What is covered and what is not.
Initial Escrow Disclosure, which outlines the funds on deposit for property taxes and homeowner’s insurance bills.
Right to Cancel form; which states that you have three business days to cancel the transaction.

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