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• The inspection is a major part of the home selling process.
• Many buyers used to waive inspections to be more competitive with their offer, but recently, inspections and repairs are becoming popular again.
• Connect with a trusted real estate agent so you have …

Have you been saving up to buy a home this year? If so, you know there are a variety of expenses involved – from your down payment to closing costs. But there’s good news – your tax refund can help you achieve …

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• If you’re thinking about buying a home, be sure to plan for closing costs.
• Closing costs are typically 2% to 5% of the total purchase price of a home, and they can include things …

I'm a beliver that there is NEVER a bad time to sellIf you’re thinking about selling this spring, it’s time to get moving – the best week to list your house is fast approaching.

Experts at realtor.com looked at seasonal trends from …

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• Today’s housing market is different than it was in 2008.
• Lending standards have tightened, foreclosures have declined, home inventory is much lower, and homeowners have far more equity.
• If you’re concerned …

One of the benefits of being a homeowner is that you build equity over time. By selling your house, that equity can be used toward purchasing your next home. But before you can put it to use, you should understand exactly what equity is and …

Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates.

How …

After steadily falling over the winter, mortgage rates have started to rise in recent weeks. This is concerning to some potential homebuyers as the combination of higher mortgage rates and higher prices have made homes less affordable. So, if you’re planning to purchase …

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The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply:

“Two dynamics are keeping existing-home inventory historically low …

Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t …