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Don’t wait, sell your home now, real estate pros say

Realty Biz

Real estate agents are urging their clients to go and sell their homes now, or risk missing out on the golden opportunity that the current seller’s market presents. “A At the same time, homeowner’s equity has grown too. But real estate agents say people in that situation still have options.

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6 Options to Consider When Selling and Buying a Home in a Seller’s Market

Redfin

I always advise potential sellers to look at the homes on the market, and if they don’t see anything they like, I recommend that they wait to list until they do,” said Portland, OR Redfin real estate agent Rebecca Walter. Another option to consider is gap financing such as a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) or a Bridge Loan.

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How Much Should You Sell Your House For? Insider Tips for Pricing it Right in 2022

HomeLight

And according to a recent survey, 83% of real estate agents expect these trends to continue into 2022, though a more balanced market may start to emerge in the second half of the year as interest rates rise. Work with a top agent to develop a strong pricing strategy. Connect with a Top Agent. Source: (3844328/ Pixabay).

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Change the script you’re using with buyers and sellers

Real Trends

Today, people who own their homes aren’t willing to spend all their equity in their house compared to 15 years ago, so they aren’t interested in lowering its price. Because of today’s tight market agents have a great opportunity to assure sellers get the best price for their home. What you need in today’s market. Access to Data.

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Seller’s vs. Buyer’s Market: A Seller’s Guide to Decoding Market Conditions

HomeLight

To help us understand both buyer’s and seller’s markets, we spoke with top real estate agent Kim Rock. The 13-year industry veteran has a track record for selling homes fast — her listings close 65% quicker than the average Philadelphia agent. Only 36% of surveyed agents shared this sentiment. How much you’ll net for your home.

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Staying After Selling: What to Know About Use and Occupancy Agreements

HomeLight

On the flip side, the U&O can allow the seller to remain in the home for a certain amount of time after closing (also known as a “rent-back” agreement). Marc Lagrois , a top Michigan real estate agent, says occupancy after closing is a very common occurrence. The seller has found a house, but that closing has been delayed.

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How to Buy a House While Selling Your Own: 10 Options to Consider

HomeLight

We’ve talked to veteran real estate agents to build an end-to-end guide on how to buy a house while selling your own. Real Estate Agent. Real Estate Agent at RE/MAX Results. Before you make any decisions, a real estate agent can give you a sense of what your house could list for right now and how fast it’s likely to sell.

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