Listing agreements all have an expiration date. No one wants to think about what happens when the listing expires; both the seller and agent hope the home will sell long before that time. But it…
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Everything you need to know as a home seller. and do to find the right buyer, Tips to prep, stage and price your house to sell, hire an agent or sell fast. Use it as a resource and you’ll know what to expect as you head into the real estate
Motivated Seller – Make Me an Offer!
Even in a strong seller’s market, a homebuyer might hear the words, “Make me an offer.” For a nicely appointed home that is well priced, this can be a surprise. Being invited to write an…
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10 Home Inspection Issues Red Flags
Most homebuyers realize that they can’t expect a perfect home inspection report when buying a resale home. Cosmetic flaws and minor repairs are easily managed and shouldn’t be dealbreakers. That said, there are some issues…
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Should You Accept the Previous Buyer’s Inspection Report?
Sometimes a home falls out of contract. Most buyers assume that it is related to a bad home inspection, but there are many reasons for a home to come back on the market that are…
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Bad Home Inspection for Sellers: Common Causes and Reasonable Repairs
Almost all buyers request a home inspection when they submit an offer on a house. And many end up requesting repairs or concessions after getting the inspection report back. As a seller, it’s important to…
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Best Home Improvements to Increase Value
Whether you’re thinking of selling in the next six months or a few years down the road, remodeling with ROI in mind is a smart move. Your home is a huge financial investment, and any…
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Can You Sell Your House Before Paying Off the Mortgage?
Most home loans have a repayment period of either 15 or 30 years. So what happens if you want to sell before then or before you’ve paid off your loan? The typical seller lives in…
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Why Do Pending Home Sales Fall Through?
Congratulations! You’ve accepted an offer on your home. But what does that mean? And how close are you to actually closing? While the vast majority of home sales close smoothly and in a timely manner,…
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Is It Time for You and Your Agent to Part Ways?
Like any relationship, the one between a home seller and their real estate agent doesn’t always have a happy ending. So what do you do when you decide your agent isn’t the one to sell…
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Should You Ever Sell Your House Below Market Value?
It might sound counterintuitive, but selling your house below market value can sometimes be the right strategy if there are other transaction-related benefits that outweigh purchase price. Whether you are intentionally selling under market value…
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