Should you write a letter to a home seller to try and get a leg up on the competition? The answer is, “It depends.” Writing a letter to accompany a weak offer…
Why do real estate deals fall apart? Often, it’s a result of appraisal issues, inspection problems, or a buyer’s last-minute remorse. Here’s what you need to know—and how you can avoid last-minute…
Home buyers never get everything on their ‘wish’ list. This can be especially true for first-time buyers because they haven’t been through the process before. Still, it’s important to establish criteria early…
It's a question agents hear from seller around the holidays each year: Should we decorate our home for the holidays? December is still a strong real estate market because serious buyers look…
A tenant can make or break your property sale. You must plan well in advance and communicate openly with your tenant. In some cases, you might need to postpone the sale. Here’s…
In this digital era, are open houses still necessary in real estate? Listing agents often argue that they've become a waste of time because most people who attend are just ‘looky-loos.’ The…
You’ve probably heard that bidding wars are back. But even if sales are picking up in your market, it doesn’t mean you’ll automatically have multiple people interested in buying your home. You…
With so much information about homes online, many people wonder if they need a real estate agent at all. They want to save the 6 percent commission. And selling it themselves seems…
Are you ready to sell your home? You might think you are. But too often, sellers jump into the market before they’re truly ready, and there are ramifications. For example: Your home…
As a buyer, the success of your relationship with your real estate agent depends on research, chemistry, communications, and patience, among other things. Here’s how to find a real estate agent you’ll…