General Real Estate Advice & Tips


In Brooklyn: Norah Jones’ brownstone WindowGate- and what it means for you

Singer Norah Jones has been in the news lately. Actually, let’s be more specific: Her Brooklyn townhouse has been in the news. And in what’s been branded as WindowGate, there’s a lesson…

Tips for buying and selling a home at the same time

Should you get an offer on your home before you try to find a home to buy? Or should you find the home you want before putting yours on the market? Will…
homes for sale by owner

What You Should Know About Homes ‘For Sale By Owner’

When someone sells their own home, does it simplify the process for buyers? Or does it make things more complicated? Here's what you should know about homes 'for sale by owner' or FSBO…
what are Real estate disclosures

What are Real Estate Disclosures and How Can They Affect You?

In most parts of the country, sellers and their agents are required to document any known defects—current or past—to potential buyers. But some sellers don’t play by the rules and will try…
how to troubleshoot a home search

How to Troubleshoot a Home Search

The home-buying process often takes twists and turns. If you find yourself missing out on homes when they hit the market, or you can’t find the exact home you want, it's time to rethink…
how to sell a home during the holidays

Why List Your Home for Sale During the Holidays?

Why list your home for sale during the holidays? Conventional wisdom was that you shouldn’t try to sell your home during the busy holiday season. Potential home buyers were attending parties, cooking holiday…
closing costs for buyers and sellers

5 Things Home Buyers Should Know About Closing Day

You've almost crossed the finishing line of your real estate transaction—otherwise known as closing day. What could possibly go wrong? Here are 5 things home buyers should know about closing day. 1. Your mortgage…
sell your home in the winter

How to Sell Your Home in Winter

Spring and fall are typically prime time for home selling. But sometimes, you need to put your property on the market in the winter. The good news? Because home buyers have access to so many real estate…

Can the seller cancel a real estate contract?

Once a buyer and seller have signed an agreement to purchase, it’s rare that a seller can cancel a real estate contract. Normally only the buyer has contingencies, or exits, from the…
how to show your home for sale

How to Show Your Home for Sale

How to show your home for sale? There are three main ways: open houses, lockbox showings, and private showings. Here's what you need to know about each one. Show your home for…