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Pros and Cons of a Rent-Back Agreement When Selling a Home

Timing can be tricky when buying or selling a home. A rent-back agreement — sometimes called a leaseback agreement or…

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Expired Listings: Why Homes Don’t Sell and How to Fix It

When a listing expires, it means that the property did not sell in the timeframe set by the seller and…

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How to Interview a Listing Agent: 9 Essential Questions to Ask

A listing agent, also known as a seller’s agent, is a licensed real estate professional representing the home seller during…

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How to Sell Your House Fast in 9 Steps

Selling your home fast requires the right strategy. According to the most recent Homes.com data, it takes an average of…

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The Pros and Cons of a Cash Offer on Your House

As a seller, you may wonder if a cash offer is automatically a better deal. The most significant advantage of…

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Real Estate Comps: Understanding the Value of Your Home

As you navigate a real estate transaction, comparables – or comps – are one of the most important tools at…

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Your Checklist for Selling a House: How to Prepare, Stage and Close

Selling a home requires more work than sticking a “For Sale” sign in the front yard, and the right preparation…

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How Much Does Home Staging Cost?

The cost of staging a home is not a one-price-fits-all situation. It can range from a few hundred to several…

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Short Sale vs. Foreclosure: The Differences Explained

If you’re behind on your mortgage, you may be able to avoid foreclosure by selling your home in a short…

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Selling a House As-Is: Your Guide to a Successful Sale

An “as-is” sale allows a seller to list their home without spending time and money on costly repairs. It can…

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Selling Your Home: A Step-by-Step Guide

Selling your home is a complex process that requires careful planning. You’ll market your home to potential buyers in hopes…

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How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?

Real estate agents are licensed professionals who assist buyers and sellers in real estate transactions. Like all professionals, agents are…

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How Much Do You Lose Selling Your House As-Is?

Selling your home “as-is” may seem more convenient, but it can also mean leaving money on the table. According to…

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Essential Open House Tips for Home Sellers

You’ve cleaned and staged your home, engaged a professional photographer and created an intriguing online description. However, a beautiful online…

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How to Price Your Home to Sell, According to the Experts

Everyone wants to get the most money possible when selling a home, but how do you know what your home…

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Listing Fees and Real Estate Agent Commissions Explained

There are many costs associated with buying and selling a home. Buyers have to secure financing and pay for home…

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How Long Does it Take to Sell a House?

Homes.com data indicates that selling a house takes an average of about 59 days. However, the individual timeline to sell…

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When Is the Best Time to Sell a House?

You’ve heard the adage: Timing is everything. And such is the case when it comes time to sell your house….

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How Much Does it Cost to Sell a House?

If you’re getting ready to sell your home, you may be thinking of the profits you could make. And while…

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The Economics of Real Estate: 13 Factors that Affect Home Values

How much your home is worth depends on what’s happening in the real estate market. Home values are also influenced…

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What Is a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) in Real Estate?

A comparative market analysis (CMA) is a report that provides a data-driven evaluation of a home’s value in relation to…

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How to Prepare Your Home For Sale

Preparing your home for sale can be an arduous process. For some, getting a home ready for sale is as…

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These Simple Steps Will Increase the Value of Your Home

For a long time, real estate has been America’s favorite long-term investment. After all, real estate will typically reliably appreciate…

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How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax When Selling Your Home

It’s an exciting achievement to sell a home for more than you paid for it. The money earned from the…