Is Home Staging Worth It? 11 Real Estate Agents Weigh In
By Amanda DodgeIs home staging worth the cost? See what 11 real estate agents say about staging, when it pays off,…
Amanda Dodge is a real estate writer and expert. She has worked in the field for more than eight years. She spends her time writing and researching trends in real estate, finance, and business. She graduated with a bachelor's degree in Communications from Florida State University.
Articles Written By Amanda Dodge
Homeowner Tax Documents: What to Keep When You Buy, Own or Sell a Home
By Amanda DodgeDon't throw those papers away! If you buy, own, or sell a home, learn which homeowner tax documents you…
Meeting Your Realtor for the First Time: What to Expect
By Amanda DodgeIt's like a blind date with a major financial transaction added. Be prepared to meet your realtor for the…
Buyer Broker Agreement: What It Means, How to Protect Yourself, and What to Ask Before You Sign
By Amanda DodgeIf you’re shopping for a home in 2025 or 2026, there’s a good chance a real estate agent will…
What to Do When a Buyer Wants Access to the Property Before Closing
By Amanda DodgeYour buyer wants access to the property before closing. Learn how you can protect yourself and your home, and…
Should You Use the Same Realtor for Buying and Selling?
By Amanda DodgeShould you use the same Realtor for buying and selling? There are multiple pros and cons of this decision.…
How Much Do You Lose When You Sell Your House for Cash?
By Amanda DodgeIf you’ve seen those “we buy houses” signs or gotten a text offering cash for your property, you’ve probably…
Find Property Value by Address: How to Quickly Check What a Home Is Worth
By Amanda DodgeYou can determine the market value of a property using its address, a few minutes of research, and the…
How to Find the Top Selling Realtors in Your Area
By Amanda DodgeLearn how to find top-selling Realtors in your area. Learn how to interview and filter top agents to find…
10 Signs a House Showing Went Well
By Amanda DodgeReceiving a showing request is an exciting part of the home sale process. For U.S. home sellers, signs a…
Should I Buy a House With Termites?
By Amanda DodgeRead this before buying a house with termites and learn what's fixable and what's a dealbreaker, and if you…
How to Get Closing Costs Waived, Reduced, or Negotiated
By Amanda DodgeThere are opportunities to reduce your closing costs before you buy. Here's how to get closing costs waived or…
Who Pays Buyer’s Agent Fees?
By Amanda DodgeThis guide will cover everything you need to know about who pays buyer’s agent fees and how much you…
How to Buy a House with Low Income and No Down Payment
By Amanda DodgeThis guide will address how to buy a house with low income and no down payment while providing multiple…
Paperwork for Selling a House Without a Realtor: Your Essential Guide
By Amanda DodgeGet to know the process and paperwork involved in selling your house without a Realtor. See your detailed guide…
What is a Condemned House and Can You Buy or Sell It?
By Amanda DodgeDeal of a lifetime or money pit? Can you even sell a condemned house? Learn what a condemned house…
How to Find Assumable Mortgages (Especially VA, FHA, and USDA Loans)
By Amanda DodgeWith mortgage rates hovering around 6–7% in 2026, a growing number of prospective homebuyers are asking the same question:…
How to Sell a House in Poor Condition
By Amanda DodgeYou can develop a strategy to sell your home regardless of its current state. Learn how to sell a…