Selling a home is stressful. And poorly behaved buyers add to the strain: hot prospects who become no-shows, gladiator wannabes who ink a deal, then constantly demand concessions, or buyers who think purchasing a house entitles them to their pick of the furnishings. A little give-and-take is normal, but some… read more →
If you’ve considered or experienced a short sale, one of the biggest concerns you may have is how it will impact your ability to purchase another property in the future. Here are five key variables on how a short sale can impact your next home purchase. Duration of Delinquency Plays… read more →
Outdoor spaces can increase our enjoyment of our homes. When the weather is nice, it’s like having an extra room — or wing — of the house. Make the most of yours, no matter its size. Even a small backyard can be great for gardening, entertaining, and play. The trick… read more →
If you’ve recently come into some money, you may be tempted to pay off your mortgage early so you can finally be done with monthly payments and own your home outright. But while plenty of people choose this route for the security of owning their homes free and clear, it… read more →
It’s a home feature that can make prospective buyers nervous: a septic tank. Part of a home’s wastewater system, a septic tank is found in households that aren’t served by municipal sewers. Instead, these standalone systems are designed to dispose of and treat the household’s wastewater independently. If you’re considering… read more →
Impressions count when visitors arrive at your home’s front door. It’s the first and last space they see, and it has the power to make a positive or negative impression. In a sense it’s like the face of your house. And depending on how it’s designed, that face might be… read more →
A new study shows that many home sellers are unrealistically optimistic, asking considerably more than they’re likely to get. As a result, they risk long delays in finding buyers, which means a lot of lost revenue while the house sits idle on the market. What’s more, homeowners who bought after the… read more →
When selling your home, misleading information can put you at a huge disadvantage compared to other sellers in your market. By staying up-to-date with trends and information, you will have an edge over the competition. Here, we have compiled some of the biggest myths in selling and revealed the truth… read more →