Income Properties Are Trending, But Is Landlord Life for You?
If the thought of investing your money into brick and mortar—or perhaps some stylishly-painted siding—excites you, join the club. Investing in real estate has long been one of Americans’ favorite ways... ...more
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November 02, 2023•7 min read
TOP 7 TIPS TO ATTRACT THE BEST OFFERS FOR YOUR HOME
The reality is, home inventory remains low, so most properties will still sell with some basic prep and a good real estate agent. But owners who go the extra mile are more likely to sell faster and fo... ...more
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October 09, 2023•3 min read
7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (AND HOW TO AVOID THEM)
ost new homebuyers don't regret becoming homeowners. In fact, one survey found that 80% of recent buyers are glad they found their current homes.1 But, research shows that even the most-satisfied home... ...more
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September 07, 2023•4 min read
Top 6 Home Design Trends To Watch in 2023
Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home—and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a house cozy and comfortable more than ever. Some of us have adapte... ...more
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August 21, 2023•7 min read
Home for the Holidays: How To Stretch Your Budget in a Season of Inflation
You don't have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style—even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations, but there are still plenty o... ...more
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August 21, 2023•8 min read
Buy Now or Rent Longer? 5 Questions to AnswerBefore Purchasing Your First Home
Deciding whether to jump into the housing market or rent instead is rarely an easy decision – especially if you’re a first-time homebuyer. But in today’s whirlwind market, you may find it particularly... ...more
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August 21, 2023•7 min read
8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate
Mortgage rates have been on a roller coaster ride this year, rising and falling amid inflationary pressures and economic uncertainty. And even the experts are divided when it comes to predicting where... ...more
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August 21, 2023•10 min read
7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)
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 ahe... ...more
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August 21, 2023•7 min read
10 Pro Tips for a Smooth Home Move
The process of buying a new home can be both exhilarating and exhausting. But the journey doesn’t stop when you close on your property. On the contrary, you still have quite a bit to do before you can... ...more
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August 21, 2023•8 min read
Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022
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... ...more
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August 21, 2023•6 min read
5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market
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 ... ...more
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August 21, 2023•7 min read
Take Advantage of Your Home Equity: A Homeowner’s Guide
Homeownership offers many advantages over renting, including a stable living environment, predictable monthly payments, and the freedom to make modifications. Neighborhoods with high rates of homeowne... ...more
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August 21, 2023•8 min read
Hedge Against Inflation With These 3 Real Estate Investment Types
The annual inflation rate in the United States is currently around 7.5%—the highest it has been since 1982.1 It doesn’t matter if you’re a cashier, lawyer, plumber, or retiree; if you spend U.S. dolla... ...more
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August 21, 2023•7 min read
Serious About Selling? 5 Steps to Make Your Home the Best on the Block
We all want to be good neighbors. But when it comes to selling your home, it’s not just about “keeping up with the Joneses.” It’s about outshining them at every opportunity! ...more
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August 21, 2023•6 min read
New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale.1 Nationwide, there were 1.27 million active listings in September, down 13% from the previous year. According to... ...more
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August 21, 2023•8 min read
9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same Time
Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels like it’s... ...more
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August 21, 2023•9 min read
5 Factors That Reveal Where the Real Estate Market Is Really Headed
It’s the old supply-and-demand predicament: Home sales in the U.S. continue at a torrid pace, but the availability of listings remains limited. Buoyed by historically low mortgage rates, buyers keep s... ...more
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August 21, 2023•7 min read
How to Bridge the Appraisal Gap in Today’s Real Estate Market
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. ...more
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August 21, 2023•5 min read
Stress-Free Home Cleaning: 27 Practical Tactics for Busy Households
Keeping a clean and orderly home is a challenge for many of us. Between busy work schedules, social obligations, and family commitments, it’s tough to keep up with daily chores—let alone larger season... ...more
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August 11, 2023•8 min read
2023 Real Estate Market Outlook
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brake... ...more
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July 23, 2023•8 min read
My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What?
When it comes to listing their home, most home sellers want three things: 1) to make a lot of money, 2) to put in minimal time and effort, and 3) to sell quickly. But the reality is, selling a home is... ...more
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July 20, 2023•10 min read
How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget
It's not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low. ...more
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June 20, 2023•9 min read
7 Tips to Maximize Your Home’s Sale Price
Over the past few years, a real estate buying frenzy bid up home prices to eye-popping amounts. However, as mortgage rates have risen, buyer demand has cooled. 1 Consequently, home sellers who enter t... ...more
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May 24, 2023•8 min read
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