Real Estate Tips

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Are solar panels worth the investment? The answer to this question depends on several factors, including the current cost of electricity in your area, the local weather conditions, and how much money you are willing to invest upfront. Some may think investing in solar panels is a good long-term financial decision. In contrast, others may find that the initial cost of installing solar panels is too high,...

In many markets across the country, the number of buyers searching for their dream homes greatly outnumbers the amount of homes for sale. This has led to a competitive marketplace where buyers often need to stand out. One way to show you are serious about buying your dream home is to get pre-qualified or pre-approved for a mortgage before starting your search. Even if you are in a market that is not as...

Every homeowner wants to make sure they get the best price when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensuring you get the highest price possible. 1. Price it a LITTLE LOW  This may seem counterintuitive. However, let’s look at this concept for a moment. Many homeowners think that pricing their home a little OVER market value...

If you are planning on listing your home for sale, make sure that you don’t overlook the condition of your kitchen. A recent article on realtor.com listed “7 Signs Your Kitchen Is Way Overdue for a Renovation,” in which they warned: “Dated kitchens—just like bathrooms—are a major barrier for resale. Buyers want modern amenities and styling, and most aren’t interested in renovating...

The Worst Home-Selling Advice People Actually Believe Source: Realtor.com Although people mean well, their advice on home selling/buying is often incorrect. Read this to avoid some costly mistakes. READ THE FULL STORY...

Source: Forbes.com Pop quiz: Would you rather buy a home with 1990s laminate countertops or pristine marble? It seems like an easy “answer,” yet many home sellers are so immune to pre-existing (read: old) features in their homes that they can’t understand why buyers can’t see past them too. But even if you aren’t ready to list your home just yet, a few smart changes can make a big difference in...

Every homeowner wants to make sure they maximize their financial reward when selling their home. But how do you guarantee that you receive maximum value for your house? Here are two keys to ensuring you get the highest price possible. 1. Price it a LITTLE LOW This may seem counterintuitive. However, let’s look at this concept for a moment. Many homeowners think that pricing their home a little OVER...

87% of ALL HOMES qualify for some sort of down payment assistance program and over 90% of all down payment assistance programs are funded.   Downpayment Resource.com     Are You Eligible For Down Payment...

At the end of the year, in every region of the country, hundreds of homeowners have a tough decision to make. The ‘listing for sale agreement’ on their house is about to expire and they now must decide to either take their house off the market (OTM), For Sale by Owner (FSBO) or list it again with the same agent or a different agent. Let’s assume you or someone you know is in this situation and...