7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

07 Jul

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No matter what’s going on in the housing market, the process of selling a home can be challenging. Some sellers have a hard time saying goodbye to a treasured family residence. Others want to skip ahead to the fun of decorating and settling into a new place. Almost all sellers want to make the most... Read more »

Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022

08 Jun

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The last two years caught many of us off guard—and not just because of the pandemic. They also ushered in the hottest housing market on record, with home prices rising nationally by nearly 19% in 2021, driven primarily by low mortgage rates and a major supply shortage. But while some had hoped 2022 would... Read more »

5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market

03 May

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Our nation is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring prices left many would-be homebuyers feeling pinched. But now, with interest rates climbing, many of them are also feeling desperate to lock in a mortgage—which has only added fuel to the fire. Fortunately, if you’re a... Read more »

Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale

04 Apr

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We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell. If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market. Start by connecting with a real estate agent as soon as possible. Having the eyes and ears... Read more »

Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types

01 Mar

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The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982. It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dollars, inflation impacts you. Economists expect the effects of inflation, like a higher cost of goods, to continue. Luckily, an investment in... Read more »

7 Popular Home Design Features for 2022

02 Feb

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There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the first things buyers notice when they walk into a home, and it’s also a detail that you, as a seller, can... Read more »

A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022

03 Jan

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Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021. However, there were signs in the fourth quarter that the red-hot housing market was beginning to simmer down. In the... Read more »

20 Unique Home Gifts for Every Person on Your List

02 Dec

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Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us—and every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years. But have no fear! We’ve lined up a list of unique... Read more »

New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?

02 Nov

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Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale. Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to the National Association of Realtors, that’s about 2.4 months of inventory, which is far less than the six months that is generally needed to... Read more »

How to Bridge the Appraisal Gap in Today’s Real Estate Market

01 Oct

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If you’re searching for drama, don’t limit yourself to Netflix. Instead, tune in to the real estate market, where the competition among buyers has never been fiercer. And with homes selling for record highs, the appraisal process—historically a standard part of a home purchase—is receiving more attention than ever. That’s because some sellers are finding... Read more »