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Home Selling

How Much Does It Cost to Sell a House?

Planning to list your home while the market is still hot? Sellers may have a considerable advantage in today’s robust real estate market,...

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Home Selling

5 Tips for Staging an Open House

Preparing for an open house can feel like a mountain of a task, but with some work and a little know-how, that upcoming event becomes far...

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Homebuying

What Does Buying a Home “As-is” Mean?

In a competitive real estate market, you might be tempted to buy a house “as-is.” But is it a good idea and what does it mean? Here's what...

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Mortgage 101

How Quickly Can a Mortgage Be Approved?

Today’s real estate market moves fast. Time is of the essence if you want a chance at getting your offer accepted.

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Homebuying

What Should I Do Before I Talk to a Lender?

Applying for a mortgage can be a bit scary, especially if you’re not familiar with the process. Besides, who wouldn’t be nervous dealing...

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Lifestyle

How to Find Extra Space in Your Home

Spring cleaning season is upon us, so as you’re working to declutter those nooks and crannies, why not spend a little extra time...

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Homebuying

Why You Should Never Skip a Home Inspection

There’s nothing worse than finding what you think is your dream home only to find out it’s a nightmare because you didn’t do your due...

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Homebuying

How Do I Know What House to Buy?

So, you want to buy a house? Great! Now what? If you have already worked through the process of determining when to buy, it’s time to take...

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Mortgage 101

Do Loan Officers and Underwriters Work Together?

Yes, loan officers and underwriters do work together, but with intentional boundaries in place. Both of these roles are essential to the...

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Lifestyle

What Is an Emergency Fund and Why Do You Need One?

The importance of an emergency fund cannot be overstated, especially for homeowners. Financial emergencies typically arise with little to...

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