Although it may seem like it, bankruptcy is not the end of the world when it comes to financing a house. Still, although bankruptcy reduces or eliminates your debts, it does damage your credit . . . for a while. But it is possible to buy a house after bankruptcy if you take the necessary … Continued
Since the coronavirus and COVID-19 have come on the scene, the real estate landscape has changed for many home buyers, particularly for people who want to buy a house this fall. Still, much remains the same – it’s just that some emphases have shifted. So what should you do to get ready for that fall … Continued
As a result of the coronavirus and COVID-19, along with stay-at-home orders and economic difficulties, life for most Americans has irreversibly shifted. And many say this new paradigm will persist and become the new normal. Real estate, while still chugging along to some degree, has also been affected – not only by health concerns engendered … Continued
Everyone knows that credit scores matter for buying a house. And although you can get financing with bad credit, everything is so much easier when you have a good credit score. So if you have borderline credit, it’s time to get busing improving your score. It doesn’t have to take years or even months. There … Continued
Spring is here, and that means the best time of year to sell a home is almost upon us. As a result, many people are working frenziedly to get their homes ready to list, but a lot of them make the mistake of concentrating on the inside of the home. The outside of your home … Continued
There are many things you can do to help your home sell faster. The problem, though, is that some of them will produce little or no return on investment – that is, they may cost you more than you can recover when you sell. So it’s better to make those improvements that either cost very … Continued
Everyone wants to see their home increase in value. And that goes especially for sellers who want to get top dollar. About 65% of homeowners believe their home value will go up over the next few years, but in these times of severe economic uncertainty, that’s not guaranteed. There are, however, some sure-fire ways to … Continued
Homebuyers have grown accustomed to seeing and now expect to see picture-perfect, magazine-ready homes when they shop – both in listing photos and in person. And, besides, multiple studies have shown that staged homes typically sell faster and at better prices. Staging, then, is an essential element in preparing your home for listing and sale. … Continued
Whether you’re buying or selling real estate, you can bet a title company will be involved. In fact, title companies have certain key roles in any real estate transaction, often acting as an agent for the buyer, the seller, the insurance company, and most other parties in the transaction. Title companies, then, have some vital … Continued
You’ve probably heard the term “buyer’s remorse.” It happens more than you’d think for home buyers, especially first-time buyers. The process of buying a home – from getting financing to negotiating to closing – can be a lengthy and complex process. Much of it buyers are unfamiliar with and so wind up making some missteps. … Continued
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