Questions people ask me, answered straight.

Lisa Holliday is a Realtor with Barrett Real Estate, helping buyers and sellers across the East Valley since 1999. AZ Lic. #SA518838000.

Gilbert, Chandler, Queen Creek, Mesa and San Tan Valley. See the communities guide for how I help you choose among them.

We talk about your goals, timeline, and questions. For buyers that is the sit-down; for sellers it is a home value conversation, which is free and without obligation. There is no pressure to commit to anything.

I am a commissioned notary and loan signing agent, and that work runs through my sister company, Holliday Home Notary.

Earlier than most people expect. A conversation before you start touring helps you set priorities, understand the process, and avoid falling for a home that does not fit.

It is a lender's review of your finances, usually resulting in a letter about what you might be able to borrow. Sellers often look for it with an offer. Only a lender can tell you what you qualify for, and I cannot promise any approval. I can introduce you to trusted local lenders and help you compare what they say.

Start with your commute, budget, and the kind of home and lot you want, then compare. I won't steer you; I will help you gather the facts and point you to official sources.

It is your decision, but I encourage it. A licensed inspector looks at the property far more closely than a showing allows. I flag concerns I notice on tour, including roof age, air-conditioning condition, and additions that may lack permits, but that is not a substitute for an inspection.

Depending on your contract, you may be able to request repairs, ask for a credit, or reconsider. I explain the options and the deadlines in your contract before you decide. Contract and legal questions can also go to an attorney.

I use real comparable sales from your area, the condition and features of your home, and what is competing with it. I show you the evidence and the reasoning. No one can promise a sale price or how long it will take.

Sometimes, and sometimes not. I will tell you which fixes are likely worth their cost at sale and which to skip, so you do not spend money or weekends you did not need to.

Yes. A home value conversation with me is free and carries no obligation.

Not necessarily. I review each offer for the strength of the financing and any shaky contingencies, because a strong number that falls apart costs you time.

Many people do. The timing takes planning, so bring it up in our first conversation. Your lender and contract terms matter a lot here, and I will help you sequence the steps.

No. I can explain how the real estate process generally works, but legal, tax, and financial questions belong with qualified professionals, and your contract controls what you have agreed to.

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