“When considering a fixer-upper, start with the things you can’t change, like location, neighborhood, school district, and how the home is situated on the property. Almost everything else can be changed with enough time and money, so a fixer-upper in the right location can provide a great canvas to create the home you want.” […]
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 […]
