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January 18, 2021
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Is This the Year to Sell My House?

If one of the questions you’re asking yourself is, “Should I sell my house this...

January 11, 2021
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The Importance of Home Equity in Building Wealth

Homeownership has always been the first rung on the ladder leading to household wealth. As Freddie...

January 4, 2021
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3 Must-Do’s When Selling Your House This Year

It’s exciting to put a house on the market and to think about making new memories in new spaces....

December 28, 2020
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Turning a House into a Happy Home

We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not, we’re...

December 21, 2020
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The Do’s and Don’ts after Applying for a Mortgage

Once you’ve found the right home and applied for a mortgage, there are some key things to keep in...

December 14, 2020
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Why It Makes Sense to Sell Your House This Holiday Season

If you’re one of the many homeowners thinking about taking your house off the market for the...

December 7, 2020
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A New Way to Shop for Homes in a Virtual World

In a year when we’re learning to do so much remotely, homebuying is no exception. From going to...

November 30, 2020
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5 Tips for Homebuyers Who Want to Make a Competitive Offer

Today’s real estate market has high buyer interest and low housing inventory. With so many buyers...

November 23, 2020
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Don’t Let Buyer Competition Keep You from Purchasing a Home

This year’s record-low mortgage rates sparked high demand among homebuyers. Current homeowners,...

November 16, 2020
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Winter Will Bring a Flurry of Activity to the Housing Market

In the second half of this year, the housing market surged with activity. Today, real estate...

November 9, 2020
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Is it Safe to Sell My House Right Now?

In today’s real estate market, the buzz is all about how it’s a great time to sell your house....

November 4, 2020
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Real Estate Is a Driving Force in the Economy

As the economy recovers from this year’s health crisis, the housing market is playing a leading...

October 26, 2020
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Today’s Buyers Are Serious about Purchasing a Home

Today’s homebuyers are not just talking about their plans, they’re actively engaged in the...

October 19, 2020
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The #1 Reason Not to Wait to List Your House for Sale

Many industries have been devastated by the economic shutdown caused by the COVID-19 virus. Real...

October 13, 2020
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Why Selling this Fall May Be Your Best Move

If you’re thinking about moving, selling your house this fall might be the way to go. Here are...

October 5, 2020
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Why Pricing Your House Right Is Essential

In today’s real estate market, setting the right price for your house is one of the most valuable...

September 28, 2020
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The Cost of a Home Is Far More Important than the Price

Housing inventory is at an all-time low. There are 39% fewer homes for sale today than at this time...

September 21, 2020
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Homebuyer Demand Is Far Above Last Year’s Pace

Homebuying has been on the rise over the past few months, with record-breaking sales powering...

September 14, 2020
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Homebuyer Traffic Is on the Rise

One of the biggest surprises of 2020 is the resilience of the residential real estate market....

September 7, 2020
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Why Is It so Important to Be Pre-Approved in the Homebuying Process?

You may have heard that pre-approval is a great first step in the homebuying process. But why is it...

August 31, 2020
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Organize Your Home In a Month In Less Than an Hour a Day

A super-easy plan for getting organized without adding to your home-is-school, home-is-work,...

August 24, 2020
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25 Tricks To Sell Your House for a Bigger Profit

Earn top dollar on your home with these simple tips. Stage Your...

August 17, 2020
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15 Expensive Decorating Mistakes Designers Won’t Make Again

Let’s face it: Some lessons in life are learned the hard way. Often, making a mistake...

August 10, 2020
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9 Ways to Help Your Garden Survive a Heat Wave

Get your garden through a spell of hot weather with these surefire survival...

August 3, 2020
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12 Things a New Homeowner Often Doesn’t Know

Essential for New Homeowners: Locate the Gas and Water Shut-off Valves For a new homeowner, a bust...

July 27, 2020
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How to Increase the Amount of Natural Light in Your Home

Real estate agents tend to use tried-and-true terms to describe a home in its best light (pardon...

July 21, 2020
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6 Smart Home Products That’ll Make Your Home More Functional Today

Home trends come and go. But it's functionality that wins in the end. Because smart functionality...

July 13, 2020
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7 Home Improvement Ideas That Stretch Your Dollars the Most Enjoy your home more today — and sell it for the best price tomorrow.

When it comes to home improvement ideas, some are more financially savvy than others. And...

July 6, 2020
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10 Landscaping Ideas for Hot Weather

Intense summer heat can shrivel up a garden in no time. And rain is not always timely. These tips...

June 29, 2020
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6 common mistakes when refinancing into a low mortgage rate

Mortgage rates keep hitting new all-time lows, and homeowners have been rushing to refinance and...

June 22, 2020
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A Crash Course in Choosing Kitchen Countertops

These are the 11 best options. Chopping and dicing, spills and crumbs—it’s the countertops...

June 15, 2020
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Surprising Reasons the Coronavirus Pandemic Could Actually Benefit First-Time Homebuyers

Buying a home is a major and often stressful life event, especially for first-time homebuyers. That...

June 8, 2020
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Ready to Sell? Here’s How to Refresh Your Home During Lockdown

There are a number of improvements you can make — both large and small — while waiting to put...

June 1, 2020
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Give Your Home a Morale Makeover

7 easy ways to revitalize your space and boost your mood. With many Americans spending a lot...

May 26, 2020
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7 Ways to Enjoy the Outdoors at Home

Even if you can't go to the beach, bar or cafe, you can experience going out while...

May 18, 2020
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How to Disinfect Your Home in the Time of Coronavirus

A bleach solution or rubbing alcohol is your best bet for keeping your home sanitized. There’s...

May 11, 2020
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Tips for buying and selling a home amid COVID-19 pandemic

Real estate is adapting fast to new perils and opportunities Finding or selling a home has never...

May 4, 2020
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Selling? Increase Your Home’s “Screen Appeal”

With home showings going online during COVID-19, learn how to make your listing stand out on...

April 27, 2020
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Looking for a New Place? Use This Time to Create Your Wishlist

If your move is delayed, evaluate the features of your current home so you know just what you want...

April 20, 2020
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5 Ways to Make Your Home Office Work (Even if It’s Your Kitchen)

WFH is the new normal for many Americans. Here’s how to get your workspace functioning well —...