If you’re selling a house, this is the place to be. Whether you’re interested in the details of staging or marketing your home, accepting a purchase offer, preparing for closing or even in relocation, we’ve got the information you need right here to get the most out of selling your home.
The strategies and logistics of selling a second or vacation home are different from selling your primary residence. To successfully sell a vacation home, remember these key points. Hire a professional to sell a vacation home When selling a vacation home that’s far from your primary residence, it’s crucial to hire a professional real estate… Read more »
It can be challenging to sell an empty house. Furnishings help potential buyers to see a home as if they lived there. But bringing in furniture and accessories to stage empty rooms can be expensive. Get that benefit without the hard work and cost by using virtual home staging to enhance your listing. Filling a… Read more »
Showing your home to strangers can be a bit unnerving in the best of times. But when a serious disease is circulating, you may be worried about letting home shoppers walk through your house. Here’s how to protect yourself, your family and potential buyers when you’re selling a home during the coronavirus pandemic. Keeping your… Read more »
Most states require home sellers to complete a property condition report disclosing the history of damages, repairs and deficiencies in the house. But you can go an extra step for a potential buyer by giving them a CLUE report on your home. Just what is a CLUE report? Being transparent with buyers CLUE stands for… Read more »
Moving to a new city or even a new state is an adventure! Whether you are relocating for a job or just a change of scenery, it’s important to do your research ahead of time to minimize unpleasant surprises later. Here are eight key relocation questions to answer before you go. What is the housing… Read more »
Clean your home’s wall-to-wall carpet before listing for sale. Proper care will, of course, extend its life, but you may need to call in the pros for this job. Here are a few tips on carpet and area rug cleaning to stage your home in style. How often should carpets be cleaned? Most carpet manufacturers… Read more »
The real estate website Zillow offers an online home valuation known as a Zestimate. Some homeowners find the Zestimate to be accurate, while others dismiss its findings. What factors affect a Zestimate? Can you rely on one? Algorithm valuations from afar Launched in 2006, the Zestimate uses algorithms to calculate the estimated value of a… Read more »
Disabled or aging people may have difficulty living in a home that hasn’t been adapted to accommodate them, so some homeowners modify their property to make life easier. What happens when the time comes to sell that house? What is the resale value of an accessible home? The scope of accessible modifications Some of today’s… Read more »
Once a house is under contract, the buyer typically hires an inspector to check the property’s condition. In certain situations, however, the seller should be proactive and spring for a pre listing home inspection. When is this a good idea? When you need to sell quickly A pre listing home inspection saves you time when… Read more »
Every homeowner eventually faces the issue of what to do with leftover paint. How do you store it, how long will it remain usable, and how do you dispose of it? Will a sample be needed to pass on to future owners if the home is sold. To keep or dispose Keep only the paint… Read more »
Selling a home is a complicated process, especially if you are new to it. Let’s relieve any anxiety with answers to some common FAQs. Q: Do I need a real estate agent to sell my home? It may be tempting to try to sell your house yourself to save on commissions, but listing with an… Read more »
Selling all or part of your undeveloped rural land differs in some important ways from other real estate transactions. Let’s get your piece of paradise ready for the market. It’s not like selling a home If there’s a house on the land you’re trying to sell, potential buyers can envision themselves living there, raising a… Read more »
You bought your house because it was so appealing you could live with the fact that it had no garage. But should you be worried when it’s time to sell? If you liked your house, so will someone else Priced correctly, most houses will sell even if there’s no garage. You bought this house because… Read more »
Every month, financial media publish an array of housing statistics. What do all of those numbers represent, and what do they mean for you if you are buying or selling a home? Let’s make sense of them all. A look at the terms Let’s define some of the most important housing statistics you’ll often hear… Read more »
Thanks to the tech-savvy millennial generation, the real estate market is a different world than it was just a decade ago. More and more, agents are catering to this group of 18 to 37-year-olds by offering virtual home tours, high-quality digital photos, and live streaming — all delivered on millennials’ favorite social media platforms. Since… Read more »
Is your closet so stuffed that you’re secretly hanging new purchases in the back of your kids’ closets? Have you purchased a new stapler in frustration after searching for hours for one of the two you already own? Do you trip over piles of books in the hallway because you’ve run out of room on… Read more »
When decluttering your home for sale, remember that ancient desktop computer has got to go. But where? With new and changing restrictions on electronics recycling and disposal, here are a few ideas about how to responsibly get rid of electronic waste before listing your home. What’s at stake? In 2016, 44.7 million tons of electronic… Read more »
When preparing a home for sale, most of us clean all the hot spots – vacuuming the carpets, scrubbing the tub and shower, wiping down messy countertops, and cleaning mirrors and windows. But what about these five forgotten places in your home where dirt and grime are likely lurking? Trash cans Have you ever taken… Read more »
If you’ve rented a car, you’re no doubt familiar with the “loss damage waiver” car rental companies offer to relieve you of liability for damage to the vehicle in an accident. Rental truck companies also offer such coverage when you rent their vehicles for a move or to carry cargo. Insurance coverage is also available… Read more »
When putting a house on the market, many homeowners worry about spending large sums of money on replacing outdated door hardware with the latest styles. Another common concern: Should all the light fixtures and faucets match, too? Here are a few answers for sellers that won’t break the bank. Does brass make my home look… Read more »
