How long do you need to own a home before you can sell it profitably? The answer depends on your individual situation, but generally speaking, the longer you own a house, the more you’ll net...
How long do you need to own a home before you can sell it profitably? The answer depends on your individual situation, but generally speaking, the longer you own a house, the more you’ll net...
In residential real estate, the weekend open house for prospective buyers is as traditional as the “For Sale” sign in the yard. A broker open house is also a strong marketing tool. What is a...
The strategies and logistics of selling a second or vacation home are different from selling your primary residence. To successfully sell a vacation home, remember these key points. Hire a professional to sell a vacation...
It can be challenging to sell an empty house. Furnishings help potential buyers to see a home as if they lived there. But bringing in furniture and accessories to stage empty rooms can be expensive....
Showing your home to strangers can be a bit unnerving in the best of times. But when a serious disease is circulating, you may be worried about letting home shoppers walk through your house. Here’s...
Most states require home sellers to complete a property condition report disclosing the history of damages, repairs and deficiencies in the house. But you can go an extra step for a potential buyer by giving...
Moving to a new city or even a new state is an adventure! Whether you are relocating for a job or just a change of scenery, it’s important to do your research ahead of time...
Clean your home’s wall-to-wall carpet before listing for sale. Proper care will, of course, extend its life, but you may need to call in the pros for this job. Here are a few tips on...
The real estate website Zillow offers an online home valuation known as a Zestimate. Some homeowners find the Zestimate to be accurate, while others dismiss its findings. What factors affect a Zestimate? Can you rely...
Disabled or aging people may have difficulty living in a home that hasn’t been adapted to accommodate them, so some homeowners modify their property to make life easier. What happens when the time comes to...
