Shopping around for a mortgage can provide savings beyond just the interest rate. Borrowers could save thousands in lender fees as well. Borrowers who collect up to five offers from mortgage lenders could save more than $2,000 on mortgage fees, according to a new study from LendingTree of 300,000 loan offers. These extra fees include the costs […]
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As a seller, if you’re under contract, it doesn’t mean it’s time to relax. It’s like reaching the summit of a mountain. You’re only halfway to the finish line, which in this case is the closing table. The due diligence period, typically the 15 to 30 days following contract signing, is the first hurdle for
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Are you getting ready to sell your home and want a living room buyers will love? By applying the principles of home staging, you can transform your living room into a space both you and potential buyers will love. Step 1. Start by rearranging the furniture. Maximize the spaciousness of the room without losing that
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Homeowners continue to see home values increase, along with their equity. Metro home prices nationwide saw an increase of nearly 4% in the first quarter. The national median existing single-family home price was $254,800 in the first quarter, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Tuesday. Single-family home prices rose in 86% of measured markets in
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How do you pick the best paint for your home project? Choosing the type of paint you use and the sheen are essential to a successful project. Let’s get rolling. Latex paints are a water-based, consumer-friendly option. They are easy to apply and clean up, and also dry quickly. They are durable and moisture/mildew resistant.
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Your house is on the market and your agent just called with great news. Buyers are interested in seeing your home. The not-so-great news? They want to come in less than half an hour and your house is a mess. Don’t miss out on a chance to sell your home. Use this quick and easy
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A majority of homeowners recently surveyed say they believe owning a home isn’t as difficult as renting, according to a new survey from LendingTree, an online loan marketplace. Only 15% of homeowners believe renting is easier than owning a home, compared with 67% of more than 2,000 homeowners who said owning is easier, the survey
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Is Your House Priced To Sell Immediately (PTSI)? In today’s real estate market, with more houses coming to market every day and eager buyers searching for their dream home, setting the right price for your house is one of the most important things you can do. According to CoreLogic’s latest Home Price Index, home values
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Mark your calendar: Certain times of the year can offer seller premiums of 10 percent or more, and a majority of those days are during summer months. ATTOM Data Solutions analyzed more than 28 million single-family home and condo sales over the past eight years to find the best time of year to sell. They
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With home prices on the rise and buyer demand still strong, some sellers may be tempted to try to sell their homes on their own rather than using the services of a real estate professional. Real estate agents are trained and experienced in negotiation while, in most cases, the seller is not. Sellers must realize
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