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Selling your home? Make sure you’re aware of hidden costs

Housing Wire

It’s no secret that buying a home takes time and money. Well, it turns out, so does selling a home. According to Zillow and Thumbtack’s Hidden Costs of Selling Analysis , the average homeowner spends over $15,000 in “hidden costs” to sell their home. . Are you thinking about selling your home?

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Opinion: Improving housing affordability without exposing homebuyers to more risk

Housing Wire

According to the National Association of Realtors ’ (NAR) Housing Affordability Index , since spring of last year, a typical family with a median income have not been able to afford a median-priced home. According to NAR , elevated home prices , mortgage rates and a limited supply of homes are the top barriers to homeownership.

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Your home appraisal came in lower than your offer – Now what?

Housing Wire

In today’s booming housing market, sellers have their pick of home offers. According to a study by Realtor.com , the median home listing price is up 15.6% Now, more than ever, sellers have a chance to get more money for their homes. How to negotiate your home purchase offer. appeared first on HousingWire.

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5 steps to choosing a home that will appreciate

Housing Wire

Due to low inventory, sellers are able to put their homes up at a higher rate. If you’re a buyer, you want to make sure you’re purchasing a home that’ll increase in value. Even if you don’t plan on selling anytime soon, when the time comes, you want to be able to walk away with more money than you put in.

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14 indispensable AI tools for real estate agents

Housing Wire

Similarly, data-driven marketing can be more cost effective, helping you focus your marketing budget on homeowners who are most likely to sell, and on buyers who are actively looking for their next home. Using AI tools can streamline your lead generation efforts, helping you focus your time and energy on the most promising prospects.

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7 Frequently Asked Questions About Moving With Animals

Realty Biz

We want what is best for them at all times. The advice can be incredibly precious to first-time home sellers without experience. Introducing them to their new home gradually can also make the transition smoother. To update your pet's ID tags, purchase new tags with the updated contact details.

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What Does ‘Under Contract’ Mean on a Home Listing?

HomeLight

Sometimes you come across a home for sale that checks off every box on your list, but the listing status says that it’s “under contract” or “sale pending.” Crestfallen, you move on and hope you’ll find an equally amazing home. Can you still make an offer on a home that’s “under contract”? It sounds pretty straightforward, right?