Real estate agents bring a lot of value to the home-buying or selling process, thanks to their expertise and knowledge of the local market. But how much, exactly, do buyers value their real estate agent?A recent survey from Century 21 Real Estate found that 99 percent of homebuyers surveyed said their real...
Read MoreIf you’ve been thinking about shrinking your square footage and moving into a smaller home, you’re probably well-aware of the obvious advantages: There’s less to clean, heat, and cool, which means a savings of time and money.But that’s only the beginning. Downsizing offers several other, less-talked-about benefits that make scaling...
Read MoreWhen you list your home, you want to do everything possible to make it appealing to buyers. And while you might think only big projects will make an impact, the truth is, simple home decor can make a big impact on potential buyers—and help your home sell.A recent video from Realtor.com outlined...
Read MoreWhen you’re getting ready to put your home on the market, you want it to impress any potential buyers. And because the kitchen is such an important spot in your home, you really want to make sure it has the WOW factor necessary to grab the attention of your ideal...
Read MoreIt’s no secret that having a better credit score can help save you money on your mortgage. But even though you know you could cut mortgage costs by bumping up your credit score, the amount of money you may be able to save is truly astonishing.According to a recent study from...
Read MoreFor decades, owning a home has been one of the pillars of the American Dream. And, according to recent data, it looks like it still is.According to the 2019 edition of the Aspiring Home Buyers Profile from the National Association of Realtors, 75% of non-homeowners said that owning their own...
Read MoreUsually when people consider buying a home, they’re typically thinking about making the purchase on by themselves or with their spouse or significant other. But there’s a new home buying trend that’s trending, particularly with young, aspiring homeowners: co-buying.So, what is even co-buying? Instead of buying a home on their...
Read MoreIf you own an older home, at some point, you might want to remodel or update your property. But if you’re thinking about putting your home on the market—and want to make sure your remodel adds value and makes your property more appealing to buyers—there are certain elements that are...
Read MoreWhen people consider buying a home, they’re typically thinking about making thepurchase on their own or with their spouse or significant other. But there’s a new homebuying trend that’s on the rise, particularly with young, aspiring homeowners: co-buying.So, what is co-buying? Instead of buying a home on their own or...
Read MoreWe all know the premise of home-flipping shows: An investor buys a veritable dump and then, with the help of a team of ready-and-willing contractors and landscapers, transforms it into the best-looking home on the block. Next, that intrepid buyer turns around and sells it for a hefty profit. Sounds...
Read MoreIf you have a garage, you know it offers a range of benefits. Not only does it shelter and protect your car from the elements, it also serves as a spot to store tools and other equipment.But, it’s easy (and common) for a garage to get so filled and disorganized...
Read MoreNew studies have shown more than one in four homeowners are in the dark about their own mortgage interest rate—and it could be costing them.A recent study from Bankrate (explored in an article on Fox Business) found that 27 percent of homeowners in the US didn't even know the interest rate...
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