Category: Sellers
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Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents
Putting your house for sale on your own (“For Sale by Owner”) might be on your mind. But you should know that it gets complicated very quickly, especially in today’s complex market. That’s why data from the National Association of Realtors shows a record low number are going the route of selling on their own.…
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Home Buyers’ Best Deals Are on Builders’ Lots
The premium that buyers usually have to pay for a brand new house is disappearing. A low supply of homes for sale is fueling the strange price dynamics between new and older properties. Benefits of a newly built house A newly built house normally costs more than an old one, but the higher upfront cost…
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Why Owning a Home is Worth it in the Long Run
Today’s mortgage rates and home prices may have you second guessing whether it’s still a good idea to buy a home right now. While market factors are definitely important, there’s also a bigger picture to consider: the long-term benefits of homeownership. Think of it this way. If you know people who bought a home 5,…
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Sell Your House During the Winter Sweet Spot
A lot people assume spring is the ideal time to sell a house. And sure, buyer demand usually picks up at that time of year. But here’s the catch; so does your competition because a lot of people put their homes on the market at the same time. So, what’s the real advantage of selling…
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Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?
A recent study from the National Association of Realtors shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets in the way and that’s just not possible. Maybe that’s why 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead. If you’re feeling stressed because you don’t have the time,…
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What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now
Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move. That’s because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you are thinking the same thing. And honestly, that’s no surprise. It’s a very common roadblock and is one of the biggest factors…
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Don’t Let These Two Concerns Hold You Back from Selling Your House
If you’re debating whether or not you want to sell right now, it might be because you’ve got some unanswered questions. Does it make sense in today’s market to move? Maybe you’re wondering if it’s even a good idea to move right now. Or you’re stressed because you think you won’t find a house you…
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Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out?
When you’re ready to move, figuring out what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their home instead of selling it. Recent data from Zillow shows about two-thirds (66%) of sellers thought about renting their home before listing, with nearly a third (28%) taking that possibility…
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What To Look For From This Week’s Fed Meeting
You may be hearing a lot of talk about the Federal Reserve and how their actions will impact the housing market right now. Here’s why… The Fed meets again this week to decide the next step with the Federal Funds Rate. That’s how much it costs banks to borrow from each other. Now, that’s not…