Things to Think About When Selling a Home

Do you have 56 days to wait for your home to sell? Unfortunately, that's the average amount of time a home sits on the market these days. Luckily, if you're selling a house and want to get it done fast, there are a few things you can do to speed up the process. Follow the five tips below to speed up the selling process. 1. Price to Sell If you want to sell your home quickly, you can't be picky about your offers. Buyers are coming to you to negotiate. If you don't have reasonable offers to work with, you'll need to settle for below what you want for your … Continue reading...

Things to Think About

There’s a lot of discussion about affordability as home prices continue to appreciate rapidly. Even though the most recent index on affordability from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows homes are more affordable today than the historical average, some still have concerns about whether or not it’s truly affordable to buy a home right now. When addressing this topic, there are various measures of affordability to consider. However, very few of the indexes compare the affordability of owning a home to renting one. In a paper just published by … Continue reading...

What to Expect Listing Your Home!

You’ve signed the listing agreement. You’ve filled out your property disclosure. The photographer has taken photos and your pictures are ready. All the details of your home have been researched, a fantastic description has been written, and your Multiple Listing Service entry is ready to go live. What’s next? Your house will sell within days, if not the first day. (47% of homes sell within 7 days. 90% of homes sell within 30 days.) Here are the scenarios that may occur after you “hit the market”, and how you may handle them: You have several … Continue reading...

Experts Say Homes Prices Will?

Experts Say Home Prices Will Continue to Appreciate REPORT Its clear that consumers are concerned about how quickly home values are rising. Many people fear the speed of appreciation may lead to a crash in prices later this year. In fact, Google reports that the search for When is the housing market going to crash? has actually spiked 2450% over the past month. In addition, Jim Dalrymple II of Inman News notes: One of the most noteworthy things that came up in Inmans conversations with agents was that every single one said they've had … Continue reading...

Markets

Hot, Normal or Cold Markets: When Should I Buy? Hot, Normal or Cold Markets: When Should I Buy? Picture credit to ListReports Many people are sitting on the fence trying to decide if now’s the time to buy a house. Some are renters who have a strong desire to become homeowners but are unsure if buying right now makes sense. Others may be homeowners who are realizing that their current home no longer fits their changing needs. To determine if you should buy now or wait another year, ask three simple questions: Do I think home values will be higher a year from … Continue reading...

Tips on Selling Your Home

4 Tips to Maximize the Sale of Your House Homeowners ready to make a move are definitely in a great position to sell today. Housing inventory is incredibly low, driving up buyer competition. This gives homeowners leverage to sell for the best possible terms, and its fueling a steady rise in home prices. In such a hot market, houses are selling quickly. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), homes are typically on the market for just 18 short days. Despite the speed and opportunity for sellers, there are still steps you can take to prep your … Continue reading...

Seller Advice from the Experts

What is Dual Agency? When a buyer is represented by the same brokerage firm that has the listing, it is called dual agency. When one agent represents both the buyer and the seller in a real estate transaction. Listing Agent vs. Buyer Agent: Who Works for You? It may seem perfectly logical to call the agent on the yard sign while driving around your dream neighborhood searching for your next house. 6 Creative Open House Ideas To Sell Your Home Fast It’s easy to see the value of an open house—a designated time for prospective REALTORS® and buyers to scope out your home while on … Continue reading...

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