When buyers are considering purchasing a home, they typically prioritize certain aspects of the home’s condition. The home does not have to be perfect, but in order to get top dollar for your home, you want it to be in the best condition possible to attract the best offers. ...
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As a homeowner, is there anything less inconvenient or more stressful than having water flood your basement? With all of the regular maintenance tasks that are on your to-do list, sump pump maintenance is an important one. The average lifespan of a sump pump is approximately seven years, which can ...
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Why Overpricing Your House Can Cost You If you’re trying to sell your house, you may be looking at this spring season as the sweet spot – and you’re not wrong. We’re still in a seller’s market because there are so few homes for sale right now. And historically, this is the time of year when more buyers move, and ...
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As a seller, you have options when it comes to deciding how you want to market your home. With the pending changes coming, let’s talk about the pros and cons regarding a seller offering buyer agent compensation. Benefits of Offering Buyer Agent Compensation Enhanced Visibility and Increased Showings Lead to ...
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The day that the new broke on the headlines, I recorded this quick 2 min video explaining what these changes are and what it may mean. However, nothing is finalized and changes won’t be effective until later this summer. Of course the headlines are not quite accurate, and many details ...
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Recently, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reached a significant settlement in a commission lawsuit, raising questions and discussions within the real estate industry. Background: The lawsuit against NAR centered on allegations of anticompetitive practices related to buyer agent commissions. Critics argued that NAR’s rules restricted competition and transparency, ultimately ...
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Home sellers can make various mistakes throughout the selling process. Here are some common ones to avoid: Overpricing the Property: Setting an unrealistic asking price can deter potential buyers and prolong the time your home sits on the market. It’s essential to conduct thorough research and work with your real ...
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Why We Aren’t Headed for a Housing Crash If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Instead, experts say home prices are going to keep going up. ...
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Marketing a home as “Coming Soon” can offer several benefits for sellers: Generate Early Interest: By promoting a property as “Coming Soon,” sellers can generate early interest and anticipation among potential buyers before the home officially hits the market. This can create a sense of exclusivity and urgency, leading to ...
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