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Home Projects That Boost Value

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It doesn’t matter whether you plan to move soon or not, it can still pay off to make strategic updates that’ll help you love your home now and stand out later.  

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Buyers Have More Negotiation Power – Here's How To Use It

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As inventory grows, buyers are finding they have a bit more leverage. And having the right agent by your side – who can help you approach negotiations strategically – is key. CLICK HERE for full blog. 

The Secret To Selling? Using an Agent To Get Your House Noticed

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As a seller, working with a creative local real estate agent is a smart way to ensure your house grabs the attention of the right buyers. CLICK HERE for full blog. 

Sell Smarter: Why Working with a Real Estate Agent May Beat Going Solo

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If you're thinking about selling your house on your own, called “For Sale by Owner” or FSBO, there are some important things to consider. Going this route means taking on a lot of responsibilities by yourself – and that can be a bit of a headache.

People Are Still Moving, Even With Today's Affordability Challenges

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If you're thinking about buying or selling a home, you might have heard that it’s tough right now because mortgage rates are higher than they’ve been over the past few years, and home prices are rising. That much is true.

Life-Changing Events That Move The Housing Market

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If something like this is changing in your own life, you may be considering buying or selling a house. That’s because through all these life-altering events, there is one common thread—the need to move.

Gen Z: The Next Generation Is Making Moves in the Housing Market

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If you’re a member of Gen Z and are just getting started on your homebuying journey, or if you want to learn more about the process, let’s connect.

Why Median Home Sales Price Is Confusing Right Now

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This monthly release provides information on the volume of sales and price trends for homes that have previously been owned.

Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers: 2019 Reflection

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We see, of first-time homebuyers in 2019, 32% depended on inner circle for loans or gifts, according to the 2019 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, an annual report from the National Association of Realtors.

How to Become a Realtor

Want to become a Realtor? We explain how, with pro tips from industry professionals, in five simple steps.

Pending Home Sales Reach Highest Level in Seven Months

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Pending home sales rose to their highest level this February, and remain higher than a year ago according to the National Association of REALTORS?. Led by a sizeable increase in the Midwest, all major regions except for the Northeast saw an increase in contract activity.

Although the Pending Home Sales index, a forward-looing indication based on contract signings, has now increased year-over-year for 18 consecutive months, last month?s gain was the smallest.