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, ...
Continue ReadingWhat To Expect from Mortgage Rates and Home Prices in 2025 Curious about where the housing market is headed in 2025? The good news is that experts are offering some promising forecasts, especially when it comes to two key factors that directly affect your decisions: mortgage rates and home prices. Whether you’re thinking ...
Continue ReadingWhen 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 ...
Continue ReadingUnderstanding the Changes to Real Estate Commissions To help explain these new changes, let’s first look at how commissions were paid before August 17, 2024. Before August 17, 2024 When a seller listed their home for sale they would sign a Listing Agreement with their agent. Within the agreement was ...
Continue ReadingWe moved to Countryside in the late summer of 2003, and are still in the exact same house. We love it here and I was curious to see how much prices have changed in the last ten years. The results shocked me a little bit, but it just goes to ...
Continue ReadingDebunking Myths: The Invaluable Role of Real Estate Agents Recent headlines have led many to believe that real estate agents will now be working for free or close to it. Unfortunately, this is not the full story and what it means for the industry going forward. Contrary to popular belief, ...
Continue ReadingHome 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 ...
Continue ReadingMarketing 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 ...
Continue ReadingLet’s start with why you should document your spaces. As homeowners, we cherish our spaces and the belongings within them. But have you ever considered the importance of documenting what you own? Enter the video inventory—a simple yet powerful tool that offers peace of mind and practical benefits in various ...
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