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It seems like everyone has a house project in the works these days, especially those preparing to sell. Once people were faced with the...

Today’s homeowners may be looking for that extra edge to get ahead of the market and sell their houses for the highest amount possible.

It’s hard to keep a tidy house all of the time, but if you are closing in on an appraisal date or showings, get ready to clean up your act...

Financial planning is a complicated task. If you are considering whether to purchase, hold, and/or sell an investment property, it is...

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

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...

If you’re putting your house on the market this year, congratulations! Now is a great time to sell. Also, kudos on your decision to be...

Home purchases usually involve an appraisal. Lenders will condition for an appraisal to make sure that the collateral (the house) is...

Real estate is a unique product. It sells differently than anything else people buy. Real property is scarce, immobile, customized, and...

To understand what can hurt a home appraisal, you will be better served to learn the factors that go into a home appraisal first.