Do you think that buying a house is a bit easier than others make it seem? Perhaps you’re right. After all, many homeowners put their homes For Sale By Owner and likely just as many buyers that choose to forego traditional real estate advice and attempt to purchase the home using only an escrow agency. […]
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There was a time when buying a house without actually setting foot in it was a risky bet suited only for Vegas high-roller types. Today, thanks to advancements in technology and the effects of a pandemic, people with less tolerance for risk are more willing to go all-in on virtual home shopping. Many first-time homebuyers don’t
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Here are the tax tips you need to get a jump on your returns. Owning a home can pay off at tax time. Take advantage of these home ownership-related tax deductions and strategies to lower your tax bill: Mortgage Interest Deduction One of the neatest deductions itemizing homeowners can take advantage of is the mortgage
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Side gigs or roomies can help shave years off your debt. Lenders like that. This article was contributed by financial expert and blogger Lauren Bowling, a recognized thought leader in the millennial finance space. A full-time online business owner, Bowling teaches others how to master their finances and create their own economy via her body
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Umbrella insurance offers added homeowner liability protection that kicks in after homeowners insurance reaches its coverage limits. Accidents happen at home: A visitor trips on your front steps, or a neighbor cleaning your gutters falls off a ladder. As the property owner, you can be held legally liable. Standard homeowners insurance typically offers some liability
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Staging a house is a popular practice in the real estate world, and, if done properly, an excellent way to help a buyer fall in love with your home. However, there are some common staging mistakes that could cripple your efforts to sell your home. We’ve compiled a list of a few staging blunders that
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Start doing these six things now to sell your home this coming year. While it may not feel like it yet, the spring selling season will be here before you know it. The work you do now in preparation can make a huge difference when the time comes to attract the right home buyer. Here
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Sell Like a Pro: Proven Tips for First-Time Home Sellers Buying a house for the first time is something that many of us look forward to throughout our lives. No matter how much you love your first home, there will likely come a day when you’re ready to move on to something new. Selling your
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Preparing your home for potential buyers involves these home staging tips. Home staging highlights the best features of your house and makes it more marketable by giving it a clean, organized and neutral appearance. It also makes your home more appealing to the greatest pool of prospective buyers. Hiring a professional stager is a good
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Toss or Keep? What am I going to do with all of this stuff? Once you’ve decided to sell your home, there is one question that looms large, hanging over your head like a heavy weight. What am I going to do with all this stuff? The question is especially relevant if you will be downsizing into
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