There’s another way to make your offer stand out that doesn’t involve depleting your savings account or waiving contingencies.
May 3, 2023
The housing market has cooled down tremendously, but there are still heated bidding wars on turnkey homes in desirable locations.
May 3, 2023
Having your offer accepted feels great—but for most home buyers, it’s just the beginning. There is still a lot more to be done before you’re over the front threshold. Here’s a rundown of what comes next.
April 25, 2023
Ready for the biggest move of your life? Realtor® Loida Velasquez walks us through every step of the homebuying process, from submitting an offer to …
April 25, 2023
Do you know your Cape Cod from your Colonial? Browse the most popular home architecture styles on the market today.
April 24, 2023
The very things you love about a home—such as a pool or multiple stories—can turn off future buyers down the road. Here are seven features to watch for.
April 23, 2023
A Realtor® is a licensed real estate agent who belongs to the National Association of Realtors®, the largest trade group in the country.
April 20, 2023
What is a seller’s market? It’s an area where there are more home buyers than home sellers. This means sellers have the upper hand.
April 20, 2023
New-construction homes are more environmentally friendly than ever, thanks to innovations in technology, conservation, and design.
April 19, 2023
On the latest “My Lottery Dream Home,” David Bromstad helps a woman find her Texas dream house after she inherits money from her father.
April 18, 2023
A low appraisal doesn’t mean your dream is doomed. Here are the four options you have when you receive an appraisal below your accepted offer.
April 18, 2023
Purchasing a newly built home comes with distinct benefits in today’s market. But keep in mind: Buying a new-construction house might not be the best …
March 23, 2023
Condominiums can be a good investment, especially if they allow you as a buyer to enter the real estate market. But there are caveats to condo ownership.
February 28, 2023
Thinking about buying a home but confused about the money part of the equation? We break it down for you here.
February 24, 2023
So, this is the year! You’re finally in the market to buy a home, but you might not know where to start. Don’t stress—this is your go-to guide.
February 10, 2023
In an ideal world, you’d buy a new home, move, and then, when all the dust settles, deal with the turmoil of selling. But for most people, that’s …
February 3, 2023
Buying a fixer-upper is one of those endeavors that looks so fun on TV. In real life, it’s a huge risk. Here’s what you need to know.
January 24, 2023
The housing market has completely transformed over the past couple of years. So what does that mean if you’re looking to buy or sell in 2023? Here …
January 10, 2023
Whether you’re buying or selling a house, understanding how to find a good real estate agent is essential.
November 18, 2022
When you a buy a home, you need to think about more than just the price tag. You need to think about closing costs—and there’s no such thing as a …
November 14, 2022
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Weâve heard it for years now â that itâs a sellerâs market. And itâs hard to argue that fact with home prices hitting new nominal highs in many states across the nation, month after month. If you’re a seller these days, it shouldnât take long to offload your home for a record price if you… Read More »Is It Really Such a Great Time to Sell a House?
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No matter where you’re buying a home, at some point you’re going to find yourself deep in escrow. (Don’t worry. It’s not as bad as it sounds.)Â What is escrow? In real estate, it has several meanings, but they all boil down to your house and your money being in a kind of limbo. Escrow is […]
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What is a Sellerâs Market? A sellerâs market is when there are more homebuyers in a particular area looking to purchase a home than actual houses listed for sale. A seller’s market usually results in rising home prices and stiffer competition among homebuyers. Also, home sellers will have the upper hand when it comes time …
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