Referrals — from neighbors, friends, or others —are a common source when looking for a remodeling contractor. Real estate professionals also recommend contractors and may offer extra assurance from their well-vetted network. Before you hire a contractor, schedule three to five in-person interviews, gather bids, and thoroughly check the background of any you’re considering. Google […]
Everything has value. Especially your home. And when it comes to selling your home, assigning a price to that value is complicated. You made memories there. You’ve got a major financial interest in the place, too. Buyers think of value, but they’re more concerned about price. And your home’s price is one of its most […]
After your home inspection, your real estate agent will help you manage your expectations and understand your options as you read the home inspection report. Don’t let a long report scare you: Those 50-item reports, even though they’re a lot of small things, tend to cause buyers to panic. But loose railings, torn carpet, or slow […]
Fall is a unique season in real estate. Even though you’ll likely find fewer buyers and less competition, the most desirable homes can still generate fierce competition. Preparation, timing, and market awareness can make or break your experience. Here are some preliminary steps to take in early fall. An experienced agent is as important as […]
Fall might be the best time to buy a house according to data details on Realtor.com®. Buyer-friendly conditions include more listings, lower prices, price cuts, and less competition. Buyers don’t have to move quite as quickly as they do in the peak of the spring and summer buying season. That can be especially good for […]
The Best Properties Aren’t Always the Best Looking When searching for a house, remember that the best properties aren’t always the best looking. A picture is worth a thousand words, the saying goes. But what that saying doesn’t mention is that a picture can hide cracked floorboards, busted boilers, and leaky pipes. So, while it’s […]
Pricing a home is both art and science. To understand what will inform your agent’s pricing decisions and prepare to bring your own educated input to the conversation, you have a few resources at your disposal to figure out where your house stands among the crowd: a listing agent’s expertise and guidance, plus online property […]
At the home inspection, it can cause almost as much anxiety for you as a seller as it does for buyers. Most purchase agreements are contingent on a home inspection (plus an appraisal, which will be managed by the buyer’s lender). This gives allows the buyer to inspect the home from top to bottom and […]
Selecting and interviewing an agent is the most important relationship you’ll form on your home selling journey. Pick the right agent and you may get a better sales price for your house. Next, deciding what your home is worth and pricing it is what you will determine with your agent. The right price can attract […]
Do You Have to Stick With the Lender Who Processed Your Mortgage Preapproval? Preapprovals are just a preliminary assessment rather than a binding commitment, so borrowers aren’t tied to the lender who preapproved them. After being preapproved, home buyers can and should shop around to find the best lender who can offer the best possible […]
