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selling

  • Sellers

    Tax Implications of Selling Your Home

    Some misconceptions exist related to Federal tax rules that apply to the sale of a home. Let’s clear up some of those misconceptions! You can exclude a gain of up to…

  • Sellers

    Short Sale versus Foreclosure

    A “short sale” is an alternative to prevent a foreclosure. With approval from their lender, it gives a homeowner an option for selling their home for less than the mortgage balance.…

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    Selling Your Home When You Have Pets

    Selling your home is a decision that affects the entire family, including your pets. The presence of pets can make it harder to sell and can affect a home’s value. Here…

  • Buyers Sellers

    Preparing Children for a Move

    Families move for many reasons… some happy, such as for a job transfer… and others not so happy, like moving because of a divorce or financial problems. As disruptive as moving…

  • Homeowners Sellers

    What is Your Home Worth?

    A variety of websites have emerged in recent years that attempt to estimate what your home is worth. If you intend to sell your home it is important that you understand…

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    What is a Listing Contract?

    A listing contract is a legal agreement between a home owner and a real estate broker. It gives the broker the right to offer the property for sale. “Exclusive Right to…

  • Buyers Sellers

    What is a Title Search?

    A title search is a way to determine whether the person selling a property really has the right to sell it. It protects the buyer by confirming the property’s legal ownership,…

  • Sellers

    Can an Energy Audit Help Sell Your Home?

    An energy audit gives you a thorough picture of how your home is using energy and suggests corrective actions you can take to save money. An energy audit can also affect…

  • Homeowners Sellers

    The Upside to Downsizing Your Home

    Downsizing your home means selling your current home to purchase a smaller and – likely – less expensive home. Whatever the underlying reasons may be for downsizing, there are many positive…