Before you engage in any real estate transaction, you need to know as much as you can about the home’s value. There are two related, but distinct processes that help people pin down the valuation of a property before they move forward: Comparative market analysis and home appraisal. Both of these will be performed at different […]
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According to data from the National Association of REALTORS®, most home sellers hire the first real estate agent they meet. Now, that might not necessarily be a bad idea if you happen to meet a great agent right out of the gate, but selling your home is a big move, and it’s important to choose
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Once you’ve listed your home for sale and are getting ready for your first open house, there are five things you need to stash away for safety. Your home is going to be in a vulnerable position as REALTORS® begin showing it to anyone with an interest in buying, so keeping valuables protected is essential.
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There are countless reasons that buyers choose one home or another, but one thing is guaranteed: The final decision comes down to emotion. When selling your home, it’s essential to do everything you can to help prospective buyers love the property and “see themselves” there. Even if they are looking at many other properties, the
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Spring and summer are when many people go all-in on plans to sell a home. The decision to sell a home isn’t one to face lightly. Going through with it means undertaking one of the most complex processes you’ll ever undertake. Luckily, the help of a real estate expert simplifies things and makes it a lot less stressful. Still,
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Selling your home during the winter has its advantages. Let’s debunk the myth that you should wait until spring to sell your home. Historically, spring is the busiest real estate selling season; however, people do buy homes 365 days a year. Dave Ramsey, America’s trusted voice on money and a national best-selling author and radio
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For many homeowners there comes a point when your current home doesn’t seem to “fit” any longer. How do you know if it’s time to sell your current home and buy a new one? Here are ten signs you’ve outgrown your current home: Change in Family Size. The addition of (or return of) children, a
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When it comes to choosing your home’s siding, the number of choices available can be overwhelming. It is the first part of your home that anyone will see which adds more pressure to the decision-making process. The good news is there is a simple approach to choosing your best option. While it’s easy to get
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Buying a house comes with a sense of pride and accomplishment, and it can also bring a few surprises. One of the most common mistakes of first-time home buyers is forgetting to factor in the cost of utilities when searching for and purchasing their new house. The cost of homeownership involves much more than making
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Having pet odors inside your home can turn off potential homebuyers and keep your home from selling. Ask your real estate agent for an honest opinion about whether your home has a pet smell. If your agent holds her nose, here’s how to get rid of the smell: #1 Air Out Your House While you’re
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