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Do I have to make all the repairs and staging updates my agent recommends?

We are getting ready to sell our older home and our agent gave us a massive checklist of things to update, including painting cabinets and replacing carpets. We are on a tight timeline and a strict budget before we move out of state. How do I work with my agent to prioritize which fixes are actually necessary to sell the home versus what is just nice to have?

Asked by Juan | Iowa City, IA | 05-05-2026 | 7 Views | Selling | Updated 14 hours ago

Is it a good time to sell my house with an ai center going in?

Our quiet residential street is suddenly surrounded by new construction, i think a new AI center. Some neighbors are moving out because of the increased traffic and noise. I am not sure if I should sell now before the construction gets worse, or wait until it is finished to see what people think.

Asked by Thomas | Raymondville, TX | 05-05-2026 | 8 Views | Selling | Updated 16 hours ago

Will getting multiple mortgage pre-approvals hurt my credit score while house hunting?

My spouse and I are starting to look at homes and want to get pre-approved to show sellers we are serious. We want to shop around with a few different mortgage brokers to compare loan estimates. I'm worried that having multiple hard inquiries on our credit reports within a short timeframe will drag our scores down. Is there a specific window of time we should do all our applications to minimize the impact?

Asked by Lin | Grove, OK | 05-05-2026 | 8 Views | Home Loans | Updated 16 hours ago

Agent want me to pay for professional cleaning before photos test test

My house is clean. I scrub it myself. But my agent say I must hire industrial cleaners for $600 before he take picture. He say my house smell like spices. I think he is being mean to my culture. Is this normal or he just rude test?

Asked by Veronica test | Phoenix, AZ | 05-04-2026 | 11 Views | Buying | Updated 21 hours ago

My property that my father left me is behind and Taxes. I’m looking for some assistance to me

I need to pay my back taxes

Asked by Demarco Johnson | Chicago, IL | 05-04-2026 | 12 Views | Working With an Agent | Updated 1 day ago

What is the asking price for property in Brownsville Mn on the river?

Interested

Asked by Lyn kutz | 05-03-2026 | 8 Views | Buying | Updated 2 days ago

Where can I find an agent to help me relocate to a 55+ mobile home community in Florida

Looking to relocate from NC to the Vero Beach or Melbourne area in 2 to 3 months. Want to purchase a home in a 55+ , pet friendly mobile home community.

Asked by Laura Clark | Vero Beach, FL | 05-02-2026 | 11 Views | Buying | Updated 3 days ago

Does it make sense to sell my house as-is right now, or should I wait until I can afford to update the kitchen?

My home is in a great neighborhood, but the kitchen and bathrooms haven't been updated since the late nineties. I don't have the cash on hand to do a major remodel right now. I'm wondering if buyers will overlook the outdated features because of the location, or if I should delay selling for a year to save up for renovations.

Asked by William | 05-01-2026 | 37 Views | Selling | Updated 4 days ago

Should I sell my house now to use the equity, even if I have to buy my next home at a higher mortgage rate?

We have outgrown our starter home and have built up a good amount of equity over the past five years. We really need an extra bedroom and a bigger yard for our growing family. However, giving up our current low mortgage rate makes us hesitant to make a move right now. How do families decide when the need for space outweighs keeping a great rate?

Asked by Martha | 05-01-2026 | 27 Views | Selling | Updated 4 days ago

Privacy fence on my property?

My neighbor just put up a huge privacy fence that’s actually six inches onto my property line. I’m planning to sell my house in a few months. Do I need to make them move it before I list, or can I just tell the new buyers where the real line is?

Asked by Frank | Branson, MO | 04-08-2026 | 21 Views | Tips & Advice | Updated 4 days ago