26
Aug
2026

What to Do Before Closing on a House

You searched for homes over the course of months or even years. You endured a series of offers and counter offers, property disclosures, inspections and reports. Finally, after so much excitement, stress and anxiety, the…
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Posted in: Practical Advice For Homebuyers, Real Estate Tips & Advice
26
Aug
2026

Homeowners Association Rules: What You Should Know Before You Buy

Homeowners association rules are designed to protect home values and the quiet enjoyment of the homeowners. But they can be excessive, too. In Indiana, for instance, the president of an HOA recently…
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Posted in: Practical Advice For Homebuyers, Practical Advice For Homeowners, Real Estate Tips & Advice
26
Aug
2026

3 Things You Should Know About Today’s Home Sellers

With all signs tilting towards a sellers’ market for the first time in years, it’s helpful for buyers to understand today’s home sellers. Here are three things you should know about today's sellers.…
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Posted in: General Real Estate Advice & Tips, Practical Advice For Homebuyers, Real Estate Market Trends, Real Estate Tips & Advice
26
Aug
2026

6 Things to Know About Today’s Home Buyers

If you’re a seller, it helps to understand the mindset of today’s buyer: what they’ve been through and what they’re willing to do — or not do — to get the home…
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Posted in: Practical Advice For Home Sellers, Real Estate Market Trends, Real Estate Tips & Advice
26
Aug
2026

Ways to Make a Low Offer on a House in a Competitive Market

In a competitive real estate market, getting a ‘deal’ on a home may seem impossible. But in some cases, savvy buyers can still make a low offer on a home—and win. Here’s…
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Posted in: Practical Advice For Homebuyers, Real Estate Market Trends
26
Aug
2026

How to Use Home Staging in Real Estate

Most sellers would benefit from at least some level of staging. And staging doesn't have to involve a high-end designer removes all your stuff and completely transforms your home. The reality is,…
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Posted in: Practical Advice For Home Sellers, Practical Advice For Homeowners, Real Estate Tips & Advice
26
Aug
2026

10 Percent Down Payments are Back

10 Percent Down Payments are Back Remember the 10 percent down payment on a house? It’s back. Before the recent credit crisis, getting a home loan was easy. Your down payment was…
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26
Aug
2026

How to Avoid Sellers Remorse in Real Estate

Sellers remorse can happen in markets weak and strong.  In many real estate markets today, sellers are in the driver’s seat. Inventory is low. Houses are selling for over asking, after a…
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Posted in: Practical Advice For Home Sellers
26
Aug
2026

Don’t Be Fooled By These 3 Real Estate Myths

Avoid These 3 Real Estate Myths New buyers and sellers often come into the real estate market with assumptions about how it works. They may get their ideas from TV reality shows,…
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26
Aug
2026

Rent Back Agreement in Real Estate, What is it?

What is a Rent Back Agreement in Real Estate?  Found a home you love but ten others love it to?  Work with your real estate agent to find creative ways to make your offer…
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Posted in: General Real Estate Advice & Tips, Practical Advice For Homebuyers