Life is constantly changing–relationships, jobs, children, and family all cause shifts in our lifestyles and more specifically where we live. People relocate to a new home for a number of reasons: career, relationships, family, finances or just for change itself. Here are nine reasons why people move: Larger Home Upsizing is one reason people move. […]
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#1 They Avoid Overpricing Homeowners often think that it’s OK to overprice at first, because — who knows? — maybe you’ll just get what you’re asking for. Although you can certainly lower an inflated price later, you’ll sacrifice a lot in the process. Just ask Candace Talmadge. She originally listed her Lancaster, Texas, home for
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Here’s how that sad-looking house can be a wealth-builder. In 2012, Alessandra Pollina and her husband, Ondre, were looking for a property that would need no more than some cosmetic changes and upgrades. But because the price was right, they ended up with the ultimate fixer-upper: a two unit, single-family-style home that was already gutted
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Sometimes trying to save will actually cost you more. Here’s when that happens. You’ve got all the loyalty apps (free burrito after you buy 10!), you shopped around for the lowest rate on your mortgage, and you never go to the grocery store when you’re hungry. You’re frugal, and the rising amount in your savings
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Selling your first home takes a big commitment of time, energy, and emotion. You’ll leave behind your first-home memories while looking for a new place to start all over again. It’s not an easy job, but it’s worth it. 6 Tips for Selling Your Home Until you sign the papers on your new and current home, you’ll
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If you have a pet, one of the first things to do before showing your home is tackle any powerful pet odors. Selling your home is easier if prospective buyers get a positive impression from the beginning, and that starts with smell. Let’s look at some effective methods for reducing pet odors. Steam Clean A
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Retirement brings with it an unimaginable sense of freedom. You’re no longer tied to school districts, commuter schedules, or alarm clocks. When you release longstanding duties and commitments, you can change your lifestyle and even your location. You can move to a new neighborhood, a new city, or even a new country. Or you can
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When a potential buyer visits your home, you want them to be impressed from the moment they arrive at the curb. Staging your home for open houses is an important step in the selling process because you want buyers to imagine what their life would be like if they lived there. Working with an experienced real
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No matter how much you’re looking forward to turning over your house keys to a new owner, selling your home can lead to deep soul-searching. Did I get a good price? Will the new owners love my home the way I do? Did I really want to sell in the first place? If you’re asking
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Selling your home involves a lot of details–some you probably haven’t even thought about. There are a few main areas most of these fall under and having a list can help you plan and prepare effectively. The Planning Stages You’ve made the decision to sell your home, now it’s time to work out all the
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