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How long is it going to take to sell my house?

The first question sellers usually ask is, “How much will my property sell for?” And the second one is, “How long is it going to take for my home to sell”? Realtors always say something at this point, but it’s … Continue reading

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5 Important Things to do for First-time Home Buyers

You may have heard that today’s real estate market has many opportunities for first-time home buyers. Shopping around for your first home can be very exciting, but it can also become quite stressful especially if you’re unfamiliar with how the … Continue reading

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Why Listings Expire and some Homes don’t Sell

Expired listings aren’t hard to understand, but they can be difficult to deal with because of the emotions they evoke. Most listing realtors feel really bad for several reasons when one of their listings doesn’t sell. They may feel bad … Continue reading

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Ten tips to help you Sell your Home

Selling a home in a down economy can be a very challenging task. Here are ten tips you can follow to help make things easier. Hire a good real estate professional. Before doing anything else, find yourself an experienced and … Continue reading

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5 Simple things you can do to Update your Home

Have you ever taken a look at your home and decided that it’s in need of a makeover? Sometimes the thought of improving your home’s appearance can be a bit overwhelming; perhaps you feel that a lot needs to be … Continue reading

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Mortgage Interest Rates are now Lower than Ever!

Thanks to a bond market rout, mortgage interest rates have hit a new low this week, says the latest Primary Mortgage Market Survey (PMMS) from Freddie Mac. This means that if you’re in the market to purchase a property, or … Continue reading

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How to Stage Your Home for Sale

Beyond decorating and cleaning, home staging is an art, and has become a crucial part of the home selling process. The aim is to create a lasting first impression on potential buyers, so that your house stands out in their … Continue reading

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Tips on Selling Your Home Profitably

In today’s “buyer’s market” real estate market conditions, homebuyers can afford to be picky and demanding about what they look for in a home. If you are planning to sell your home and hope to make the most out of … Continue reading

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How to Make an Offer on a Home

The truth is there really is no hard and fast rule when it comes to making offers, and no secret ingredient to making an offer that is guaranteed to be accepted by a seller. The one thing you should definitely … Continue reading

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Home Staging to Sell

How is staging a home different from preparing it for sale? While the latter mainly involves cleaning, repairs, and de-cluttering, home staging is about creating an inviting atmosphere that will appeal to buyers and help them form an emotional connection … Continue reading

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