All too often people think they should wait until after the first of the year to start their search for a new home or to put their current home up for…
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Many sellers avoid putting their home on the market during the holidays, but real estate professionals know that the holiday season is a great time to sell. Lower inventory during the…
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Home-theater technology has evolved. Prices continue to drop, placing the concept easily within reach for many households. It’s where the family comes together to be entertained—and is likely one of the…
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Will a home sell faster and for a better price if it is vacant or occupied? The general consensus is that occupied homes sell faster than vacant homes. Buyers have a…
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Selling a home can be a daunting task, but hiring a REALTOR® is a great way to navigate through many of the potential obstacles you’ll face. A REALTOR® will handle all…
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When selling your home, what items are legally included – or excluded – from the sale? In the simplest terms, home fixtures are included. If it’s nailed down… it comes with…
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The Multiple Listing Service – or “MLS” – is a database system most real estate companies use when they market and sell properties. REALTORS® developed the MLS, and other real estate…
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Home staging is the art of preparing a home to sell quickly and for the best possible price. The goal of home staging is to maximize a home’s appearance to potential…
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Real estate contracts can contain stipulations known as “contingencies” – conditions that must be met in order for the sale to proceed. These conditions can be added by either the buyer…
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When selling your home, here are common closing costs to keep in mind that will affect your net proceeds. The REALTOR® commission – typically a percentage of the sale price. The…