For many homeowners who are selling in today's real estate market, pinching every penny can be important. They may be considering opting out of using a real estate agent and going with the DIY approach. However, there are many things an agent can do for you in a hot market that is worth the money. If you're wondering how a real estate agent can help you, here are some things to consider. Understanding The Neighborhood It's possible that you know your neighborhood quite well and are aware of the … [Read more...]
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – June 26, 2017
Last week's economic news included readings on sales of new and previously owned homes. Despite expectations of lower sales in both categories, sales surpassed expectations and April sales. Analysts were concerned about extremely tight inventories of available homes limiting home sales and did not expect May home sales to increase. May Home Sales Surpass Expectations Sales of new homes increased to a seasonally-adjusted annual rate of 610,000 sales as compared to expectations of 590,000 sales … [Read more...]
What Costs Can You Expect When Selling Your Home? Let’s Take a Look
For many people, putting their home up for sale is an exciting time to determine what kind of financial boon they'll reap. With real estate on the rise, there are plenty of opportunities to see financial gains. Unfortunately, even if you're selling your home, there are still going to be costs involved before ownership is transferred. If you want to be prepared for what to expect, here are some costs to watch out for. Real Estate Agent Fees As with buying a home, there will be costs involved in … [Read more...]
Family Matters: The Pros and Cons of Selling Your Home to a Family Member
It can be a stressful experience to put your home on the market and wait for offers in the hope that you've priced it right. However, for those who are considering selling to family members, the sale of a home can be fraught with just as much stress before and after sealing the deal. If you're wondering if it's a good idea to sell to a family member, here are some things to consider beforehand. Providing A Discount Whether you're selling to a sibling or a child, you may be considering offering … [Read more...]
- « Previous Page
- 1
- …
- 470
- 471
- 472
- 473
- 474
- …
- 558
- Next Page »