Helping find a buyer for your home is only one facet of a real estate professional’s job. There are many more aspects including explaining the basic real estate practices and principles and all the related paperwork, Performing a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA) to help determine your home’s value, helping to prepare your home for sale, listing your home, marketing your home, keeping you informed throughout the process. When the sale begins, it’s important to work with someone who will assist you with the paperwork, negotiate on your behalf, make sure deadlines are met, and work with the escrow company.
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You’ve probably heard the headlines: mortgage rates are still high, and the market is tough. But here’s what most of those headlines miss: subtle signs of life in the housing market. Mortgage purchase applications are up year over year, and even though rates are still above 6.5%, demand is starting to stir. It’s not a
Everyone knows that spring is typically the best season to sell a home. But, there’s a mistake I see sellers make every year based on that information. When most people think of spring, their mind skips to late in the season—or even early summer—when the weather is perfect, flowers are blooming, and buyers are out
The spring housing market is here, and if you’re thinking about buying or selling, you’ve probably heard plenty of predictions, opinions, and advice. Some of it is useful. Some of it, not so much. So, what’s the real story? Realtor.com’s Chief Economist, Danielle Hale, recently shared advice with her own neighborabout buying a home—advice that every
Real estate has always been a solid long-term investment, but according to some of the biggest players in the industry, we could be on the verge of something even bigger: A real estate supercycle. Unlike short-term market swings, a supercycle is driven by long-term fundamentals—factors like housing demand, economic shifts, and policy changes that could fuel
If someone told you that selling your home off-market could cost you thousands—would you still do it? That’s exactly what happened to home sellers across the country who chose to sell outside the MLS (Multiple Listing Service)—the main database where real estate agents list homes for sale. A new Zillow study found that sellers lost $1 billion
When it comes to selling your home, one of the biggest questions sellers have is: “Do open houses still work?” With so many digital tools available, from virtual tours to high-resolution photos, it might seem like open houses are a thing of the past. But in 2024, we’re seeing a comeback. If you’re thinking of
No matter how many elections you’ve lived through, each one can feel a bit like a wildcard when November draws near and you’re wondering whether you should make a move—or wait until the dust settles. Generally speaking, presidential elections have only a small and temporary impact on the housing market. That said, it’s natural to
A headline caught my eye this week. It read: “The Housing Market Isn’t Making Sense. What’s Going On.” It got me thinking about how much information is circulating out there. Numbers are flying around about inventory increases and price reductions (promising news for buyers)—and at the same time, there are also stats about record-high home
IIf you’re planning to sell your house or are already in the process, you’ve likely heard about upcoming changes in how your home can be listed and marketed, particularly regarding commission offers to buyers’ agents. Starting August 17, 2024, your agent will no longer be able to include an offer to compensate buyers’ agents in
Now, more than ever, having the right home insurance is essential. But with rates on the rise, how do you ensure you’re getting the best coverage without breaking the bank? Let’s explore the ins and outs of home insurance and uncover some strategies to secure the best deal for your home in Nashville. Understanding the
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