What is a real estate contract?
When you want to sell your house, you will have to deal with the complexities of real estate contracts. A real estate contract is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties for a type of real estate transaction, usually for the exchange or purchase of a property. […]
Selling a home is a complicated process, and it requires a lot of documentation at every step in your sale. In fact, 1 in 4 home sellers consider the paperwork involved with selling as the biggest challenge, according to a 2024 study done by Clever. As you prepare to sell your house, you should know […]
When you plan to sell your house, the last thing you want to deal with is water damage. While you can sell a house with water damage, it may seem like an uphill battle. It can be tricky enough navigating a home sale with a move-in ready property. But when you’re dealing with a home […]
What are closing costs, exactly?
Closing costs when selling a house are the various fees that need to be paid to real estate agents, attorneys, lenders, and the government, and for things like a title search, home inspection, and appraisal fee. The buyer usually pays for some of these closing costs, while the seller pays […]
If you don’t want to sell your home the traditional way, working with a cash buyer may be a good option.
Selling the traditional way can take a lot of time and money, with tasks like fixing up the house and keeping up with showings and open houses. Cash home buyers are a fast and […]
What is an off-market home sale?
When talking about real estate, an off-market property sale refers to a house that sells without ever being publicly listed or marketed. These are also known as “pocket listings.” When you sell your house off-market, you choose not to publicly list it through the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) or […]
What are contingencies in real estate?
When you sell your house, you’re likely going to deal with contingencies. According to data from the National Association of Realtors® (NAR), about 80% of real estate contracts will have contingencies. In real estate transactions, a contingency is a clause contained in a purchase agreement that determines the action […]
Do you need a real estate agent to help you sell your house?
When it comes time to sell a house, many people choose to work with a real estate agent. According to the NAR (National Association of Realtors®), 86% of home sellers choose to sell this way. But before you make a decision, you […]
Selling your house on the traditional market can be confusing and time-consuming. On top of that, you may be downsizing, relocating, or selling an inherited property. With nearly 70% of home buyers preferring to purchase a move-in ready property, it can be challenging to find a buyer if your house isn’t in perfect condition. And […]
Are you wondering, “Should I have one of those iBuyer companies buy my home?”
There are different kinds of companies that buy houses; it’s smart to learn something about each type before you get a cash offer from one of them. How they arrive at your home value can have a big impact on the […]
