Most sellers spend a long time considering whether they should sell their home. These same people who have considered all the financial and personal pros and cons of moving hire the first real estate agent they like. While certainly it’s important to find an agent you can communicate with, the right ... » Learn More about Vetting a Listing Agent
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Your House Might Be Ready to Sell Faster Than You Think
One of the biggest concerns for a homeowner looking to sell is the time they’ll have to put in before listing their house. If that’s the case for you, you should know – your home might be closer to list-ready than you think in today’s housing market. A survey of recent sellers from realtor.com finds ... » Learn More about Your House Might Be Ready to Sell Faster Than You Think
Are More Homes Coming to Market?
According to a recent survey from the National Association of Realtors (NAR), one of the top challenges buyers face in today’s housing market is finding a home that meets their needs. That’s largely because the inventory of homes for sale is so low today. If you’re looking to buy a home, you may ... » Learn More about Are More Homes Coming to Market?
What Are Back Up Offers?
It’s no secret that most of the country is currently experiencing a strong seller’s market. Yet even in this competitive environment, almost nationally 25% of all escrows fall through before closing. Home inspections, appraisal surprises, and loan approvals are just a few of the issues which can ... » Learn More about What Are Back Up Offers?
Locking In The Mortgage Rate
One of the most important financial considerations of buying a new home is the interest rate paid on the mortgage. Over time, a higher interest rate can add thousands of dollars to the true cost of buying the home. When interest rates are low or steady buyers have greater confidence that they will ... » Learn More about Locking In The Mortgage Rate
