Tag Archive: #NOVAHomeMarket

Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down?

Should I Wait for Mortgage Rates To Come Down Before I Move? If you’ve got a move on your mind, you may be wondering whether you should wait to sell until mortgage rates come down before you spring into action. Here’s some information that could help answer that question for you. In the housing ...

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Overpricing Your House Can Cost You

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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Buyer Agent Commission

Debunking 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, ...

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Commission Changes Part 3

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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Commission Changes Part 2

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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Commission Changes Part 1

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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Mistakes Sellers Make

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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No Crash and Prices Are Up

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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The Benefits Of Coming Soon Marketing

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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