The Secret To Selling This Spring: Start the Prep Work Now Spring is the busiest season in the housing market. It’s the time of year when buyers are most active – that means it’s when homes sell faster and for top dollar. If you’ve already got a move on your ...
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If Your House’s Price Is Not Compelling, It’s Not Selling There’s one big mistake you need to avoid when you sell your house this year: setting your price too high. It might seem like overpricing gives you room to negotiate or could really boost your profit, but the reality is, it usually ...
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How Home Equity Can Help Fuel Your Retirement If retirement is on the horizon, now’s the time to start thinking about your next chapter. And you probably want to make sure you’re set up to feel comfortable financially to live the life you want in retirement. What you may not ...
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Estate Planning Basics: Planning for LIFE… Not Just for After When people hear “estate planning,” they often think only of wills and final wishes. However, comprehensive estate planning also includes essential “life” documents, such as powers of attorney and healthcare directives. These tools are crucial for managing important decisions ...
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Expert Forecasts for the 2025 Housing Market Wondering what’s in store for the housing market this year? And more specifically, what it all means for you if you plan to buy or sell a home? The best way to get that information is to lean on the pros. Experts are ...
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Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs? A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) 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 (see chart below): ...
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How Much Does It Cost To Sell My House? If you’re toying with the idea of selling your house, you’re probably wondering how much it’ll cost. To be honest, the final number will depend on several factors like the offer you accept, if you help with your buyer’s closing costs, ...
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When it comes to selling your home, pricing it right from the start is critical. While it’s tempting to list your property at a higher price with the thought of “testing the market” or leaving room for negotiation, this strategy can backfire. Overpricing can lead to extended time on the ...
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As of today, June 13, there are 101 homes in Loudoun County under $950,000 that have been on the market for more than 14 days. With end of the school year activities and graduations, homes have not been selling as quickly. If you put your search on hold, now is ...
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