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Only an Expert Can Accurately Value Your Home
In today’s digital age, it’s tempting to rely on automated tools for everything — including figuring out how much your house is worth. But be careful. The computerized estimates you’re seeing online often miss key details that affect the actual market value of your home. Before you toss a for sale sign in your yard and expect to bring…
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Why More Sellers Are Hiring Real Estate Agents
Putting your house for sale on your own – often called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO – might be on your mind. But you should know it gets complicated quickly, especially in today’s complex market. That’s why data from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows a record low number of people are selling independently. Instead, more and…
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Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs?
A recent National Association of Realtors (NAR) study shows that most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their houses. But sometimes life gets in the way, and that’s impossible. Maybe that’s why 39% of sellers chose to sell as-is instead (see chart below): If you’re feeling stressed because you don’t have the time, budget, or resources to tackle any…
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Should You Sell Your House or Rent It Out?
When you’re ready to move, deciding what to do with your house is a big decision. And today, more homeowners are considering renting their home instead of selling it. Recent data from Zillow shows that about two-thirds (66%) of sellers thought about renting their home before listing, with nearly a third (28%) taking that possibility seriously. Compared to 2021,…
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What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now
Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on their next home. Maybe you’re thinking the same thing. And honestly, that’s no surprise. It’s a very common roadblock and is one of the most significant factors that’s kept the number of…
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How Much Does It Cost To Sell My House?
If you’re toying with selling your house, you’re probably wondering how much it’ll cost. The final number will depend on several factors, like the offer you accept, if you help with your buyer’s closing costs, how many repairs you tackle, and more. So, to give you a ballpark of what to expect, here’s some information…
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Is Your House Priced Too High?
Every seller wants to get their house sold quickly, for as much money as they can, with as few headaches as possible. And chances are, you’re no different. But did you know one of the biggest things that could jeopardize your success is the asking price for your home? Pricing your house correctly is one of the most crucial steps in the…
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Falling Mortgage Rates Are Bringing Buyers Back
If you’ve hesitated to list your house because you’re worried no one will buy it, here’s your sign that it may be time to talk with an agent. After months of high rates keeping buyers on the sidelines, things are starting to shift. Rates are already coming down due to a number of economic factors. And yesterday…
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Top Mistakes Sellers Make
The housing market is going through a transition. Higher mortgage rates are causing more moderate buyer activity, and at the same time, the supply of homes for sale is growing. If you aren’t working with an agent, you may not realize that. Here’s the downside: If you’re not informed, you can’t adjust your strategy or expectations to today’s market, which…