Oof. Houses that smell or look like pets have lived in them are harder to sell. To avoid that happening to you, de-pet your house before putting it on the market — and keep it that way while you sell. Here’s how. #1 Steam Clean Everything Fabric Job No. 1 is to take care […]
Read MoreIt is a seller’s dream situation: you put your house on the market and receive multiple offers. While you might think the highest-priced offer is naturally the best, that is not always the case. Learn how to evaluate real estate offers from home buyers so you can accept the offer that makes the most sense […]
Read MoreAs a homeowner, knowing the value of your home will help prepare you to buy, sell, or refinance your home. It can also provide a picture of your overall financial health. The factors that determine the value of your home are as diverse and individualized as the homes themselves. In addition, those same factors may […]
Read MoreIf you want to sell your home quickly and for top dollar, you need to look at the house through the eyes of a buyer. Unfortunately, that can be hard, and putting yourself in the buyer’s shoes can be a tall order. Unfortunately, ignoring the below potential turnoffs will significantly reduce the appeal of […]
Read MoreIt’s fall – the perfect time to make that downsizing or relocating! We help our clients make the most of their home’s equity, so consider how fiscal and economic policy changes might impact home values. Monetary tightening – Will interest rates increase? Experts say most likely yes, and it will be gradual. Even small incremental […]
Read MoreAppraisal Contingency For home purchases that require funding, an appraisal is required to determine the overall value of the home. The lender won’t lend more than what a home appraises at, so should an appraisal come in lower than the asking price, a problem arises if a buyer doesn’t have the cash to make up […]
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