Thinking of Selling? You Want an Agent with These Skills
Selling your house is a big decision. Your home is one of the biggest investments you’ve probably ever made, and it’s a place where you’ve created countless memories. That combo means there’s going to be a lot of emotions involved. You want someone who understands your perspective, knows what it fee
Home Equity Can Be a Game Changer When You Sell
Are you on the fence about selling your house? While affordability is improving this year, it’s still tight. And that may be on your mind. But understanding your home equity could be the key to making your decision easier. An article from Bankrate explains: “Home equity is the difference between you
If Your House Hasn’t Sold Yet, It May Be Overpriced
Has your house been sitting on the market a while without selling? If so, you should know that’s pretty unusual, especially right now. That’s because the supply of homes available for sale is still far lower than what we’d see in a normal year. That means buyers have fewer options than they usually
Why Your House Didn't Sell
If your listing expired and your house didn’t sell, you’re likely feeling a little frustrated. Not to mention, you're also probably wondering what went wrong. Here are three questions to think about as you figure out what to do next. Did You Limit Access to Your House? One of the biggest mistakes yo
Why It’s Still a Seller’s Market Today
Today, we’re nowhere near what’s considered a balanced market. In fact, the current months’ supply is half of what’s typical of a normal market. That means there just aren’t enough homes to go around based on today’s buyer demand. As Lawrence Yun, Chief Economist for NAR, says: “There are simply not
We’re in a Sellers’ Market. What Does That Mean?
The housing market has slowed from the frenzy of a year ago, but today's low supply of homes for sale is still a sellers' market. What does this mean and why are conditions so good for listing your house? The NAR's latest Existing Home Sales Report shows that housing supply is still low, with a 2.6-
SELL YOUR HOUSE BEFORE THE HOLIDAY
As you look ahead to the winter season, you’re likely making plans and thinking about what you want to achieve before the year ends. One of those key decision points could be whether or not you want to move this year. If the location or size of your current home no longer meets your needs, finding a
Stage Your Home With These 5 Tips
Staging is a vital tool when selling a property. The majority of buyer's agents say staging can increase offers by anywhere from 1% to 20%, according to a report from the National Association of Realtors. On a home listed at $400,000, that could mean up to $80,000 more. Do you want to market your p
How to Prep for a Successful Home Sale
Are you thinking about selling your home? Supply is low and demand is high right now, which means many sellers are seeing quick turnarounds and healthy profits. Still, despite the hot market, selling a home isn’t easy. If you want the experience to be as smooth as possible, prepping early and enlis