What is a home inspection? The inspector will check that major appliances are functional, ensure the heating and air-conditioning system are working properly, examine the plumbing and electrical systems and may even poke around in the attic. What happens during a home … [Read more...] about What to Expect During a Home Inspection
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6 Ways to Overcome the Emotions of Selling a Home
Selling your home can stir up a range of emotions you may not have expected. While you may feel excited about the opportunity to move into a new house, you may also experience feelings of sadness or loss as you prepare to sell your home. Use these tips to help overcome the … [Read more...] about 6 Ways to Overcome the Emotions of Selling a Home
9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same Time
Selling your home when you still need to shop for a new one can feel daunting to even the most seasoned homeowner––especially when the demand for new homes keeps rising, but the supply feels like it's dwindling.¹ You're not alone either if you're already feeling drained by the … [Read more...] about 9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same Time
Everything You Need to Know About iBuyers and the “Instant Cash Offer
Technology is changing the way we do almost everything, and real estate transactions are no exception. In fact, a new crop of tech companies wants to revolutionize the way we buy and sell homes. iBuyer startups like Opendoor, Offerpad, and Properly are rapidly expanding … [Read more...] about Everything You Need to Know About iBuyers and the “Instant Cash Offer
A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022
Last year was one for the real estate history books. The pandemic helped usher in a buying frenzy that caused home prices to soar nationwide by a record 19.9% between August 2020 and August 2021.1 However, there were signs in the fourth quarter that the red-hot housing … [Read more...] about A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022