Real Estate Tips & Advice


how to buy a home in winter

How to Buy a Home in Winter

A generation ago, few people would willingly trek out into the winter snow/sleet/slush to shop for a home. In our always-on, instant-information era, though, today’s buyers shop and make deals throughout the year. Here's…
how to negotiate repairs after a home inspection

How to Negotiate Repairs After a Home Inspection

You probably assume the real estate “deal” is done at the signing of the contract. Usually, it is. But in many cases, the negotiations really only begin at the signing. That's because problems can arise…

Can I cancel a real estate contract before inspections?

So long as you have an inspection contingency, a buyer can cancel a real estate contract before inspections. A buyer can exit the contract, walk away and get their money back, no…
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 choose a real estate agent to sell your home

Home Seller Tips — How to Give Buyers What They Want

How do you give buyers what they want? A lot depends upon your ability to think like buyers. I'll explain what I mean with two examples, and I'll provide some home seller tips.…

Why Buyers Should Go to Open Houses

Yes, you can look at homes on your smartphone or tablet just about anywhere today. But here's why buyers should go to open houses, too. 1. You can learn from listing agents…
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…
what does sale pending mean

What Does Sale Pending Mean in Real Estate?

What does Sale Pending mean in real estate? Does it mean the home is totally unobtainable? Or does an interested buyer still have a chance? Here’s what you should know to decide…
what does sale pending mean

What Does Sale Pending Mean in Real Estate?

"Sale pending" generally means that all contingencies have been removed and that the buyer is moving toward closing. But that doesn't mean it's necessarily a done deal. Here’s what you need to know…