BY ELIZABETH WEINTRAUB | Updated April 24, 2020 A seldom-discussed phenomenon often occurs when a homebuyer decides to write a purchase offer. Maybe you've been house-hunting for weeks and you notice that one home has been for sale for almost six months without any offers. You figure it's overpriced—and you might be right. But you go look at it … [Read more...]
Top 2021 Kitchen Trends with Long-Lasting Style
After a tumultuous year, design experts share a reason to look forward to the future: warm, welcoming kitchens with staying power. By Kristina McGuirk December 11, 2020 For the better part of 2020, many of us spent more time at home than ever before, and the ways in which we cook, entertain, work and relax in our homes changed … [Read more...]
Downsizing: The pros and cons of a 55+ community
It's time to downsize, and you're exploring your options. You could sell the family home and move to something a bit smaller. Or you could decide to dive right into senior living and purchase a home in a 55+ community, which are also called active-adult, age-restricted, or age-qualified communities. The smaller space and minimal upkeep of a … [Read more...]
Stay cool while shopping for your first home
Stay cool while shopping for your first home In conditions like these, it’s natural to worry about losing out to other buyers. By NerdWallet on September 11, 2020 4:19 pm Barbara Marquand Shopping for your first house is stressful enough, but when you’re finally ready to be a homeowner and the pickings are slim, the process can … [Read more...]
Tips for Winning a Bidding War on a House You Really Want
Real Estate | 11/02/2018 | By: Laura MuellerTags: bidding war, buying a home, escalation clause, finances, home buyer, mortgage Ever found that perfect house only to get out-bid on your offer? In seller’s markets, when demand is high and inventory is low, buyers often have to go above and beyond to make sure their offer … [Read more...]
Is a Recession Here? Yes. Does that Mean a Housing Crash? No.
On Monday, the National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER) announced that the U.S. economy is officially in a recession. This did not come as a surprise to many, as the Bureau defines a recession this way: “A recession is a significant decline in economic activity spread across the economy, normally visible in production, employment, and … [Read more...]
The Ultimate Guide to Decluttering Your Home
“Have nothing in your house that you do not know to be useful, or believe to be beautiful.” ― William Morris In this ultimate guide, we will give you the tools and the tips to turn your house from a sea of chaos into an ocean of calm. Change your mindset, discover handy decluttering apps for your phone, and even challenge yourself to a … [Read more...]
What Buying A Home Looks Like This Spring
WHAT BUYING A HOME LOOKS LIKE THIS SPRING Here’s how agents are helping clients adapt to homebuying under social distancing orders. Streets may be quieter these days and open houses are on pause, but as people retreat inside to do their part in keeping the community healthy, they’re bringing their home search with them. “Our online … [Read more...]
These are the best (and worst) times of year to sell a house
NATALIE CAMPISI@NATALIEMCAMPISI AUGUST 20, 2019 in REAL ESTATE Timing is everything and this is particularly true when selling a house. In fact, sellers can potentially net thousands of dollars more if they sell during the peak month of June versus the two slowest months of the year, October and December, according to a recent report by ATTOM … [Read more...]
6 home renovations that return the most at resale
JENNIFER BRADLEY FRANKLIN AUGUST 29, 2019 in REAL ESTATE Renovations can make us happier in the places we call home, but some updates can add real value when it’s time to sell or refinance. Because some renovations — think an updated kitchen, new deck or remodeled bathroom — can get pricey, it’s helpful to know what kind of return you … [Read more...]
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