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What to Do Before a Home Appraisal?

What to Do Before a Home Appraisal?

by Kelsey Heath  Aug 6, 2025

A home appraisal is when a licensed real estate appraiser comes to your property to…Read more

Home Inspection Checklist for Sellers

Home Inspection Checklist for Sellers

by Kelsey Heath  Aug 13, 2025

With mortgage rates hovering between 6.5% and 7% in 2025, buyers are walking into showings…Read more

House Not Selling? Here Are 5 Smart Moves to Make Today

House Not Selling? Here Are 5 Smart Moves to Make Today

by Aaron Gray, Sr.  Jul 23, 2025

If your home isn't selling, look here-- from creative incentives to rethinking your agent or…Read more

How Fast Can You Move Into a House After Buying?

How Fast Can You Move Into a House After Buying?

by Kelsey Heath  Jul 14, 2025

You’ve signed the contract, secured financing, and made it to closing day. Can you please…Read more

How to Split Proceeds from the Sale of a House

How to Split Proceeds from the Sale of a House

by Kelsey Heath  Jul 14, 2025

Whether you’re divorcing, co-owning with a partner, or dividing an inherited home, the process can…Read more

6 Reasons Why You Should Wait to Buy a House 

6 Reasons Why You Should Wait to Buy a House 

by Mike Dotson  Jul 16, 2025

Expert Advice: Sometimes it's better to wait to buy a house. Examine these 6 areas…Read more

Can You Negotiate a Mortgage Rate After Locking?

Can You Negotiate a Mortgage Rate After Locking?

by Kelsey Heath  Jun 15, 2025

A high mortgage rate can lead to thousands of dollars paid in interest over the…Read more

How Much Value Does Central Air Add to a House?

How Much Value Does Central Air Add to a House?

by Kelsey Heath  Jun 15, 2025

Anyone who has spent a summer relying on window units and fans knows the struggle:…Read more

What to Really Look For at a Home Showing- Don’t Get Fooled by Fresh Paint

What to Really Look For at a Home Showing- Don’t Get Fooled by Fresh Paint

by Julie Wyss  Jun 3, 2025

Be cautious of homes that try to impress with style at the home showing but…Read more

Requirements to Buy a House in California

Requirements to Buy a House in California

by Kelsey Heath  Jun 3, 2025

With a median home price of over $850,000, buying a house in California is like…Read more

5 Smart Options When Your House Isn’t Selling

5 Smart Options When Your House Isn’t Selling

by Karen Randels  Jun 2, 2025

It’s disheartening when your house isn't selling, but the right combination of pricing, presentation, and…Read more

California First-Time Homebuyer Programs 2025

California First-Time Homebuyer Programs 2025

by Kelsey Heath  May 28, 2025

If you are a first-time homebuyer in California, you know how difficult it is to…Read more

8 Tips for a Stellar House Showing

8 Tips for a Stellar House Showing

by Julie Wyss  May 19, 2025

A stellar house showing is about creating an emotional connection between the buyer and the…Read more

Are “We Buy Houses” Companies a Ripoff?

Are “We Buy Houses” Companies a Ripoff?

by Kelsey Heath  May 16, 2025

You’ve likely seen signs that say “We Buy Houses Fast!” or “Sell Your Ugly House…Read more

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Small House?

How Much Does It Cost to Build a Small House?

by Kelsey Heath  May 5, 2025

Rising costs. Shrinking spaces. And a growing desire to live simpler. That’s the recipe behind…Read more

How Long Does the Seller Have to Move Out After Closing?

How Long Does the Seller Have to Move Out After Closing?

by Amanda Dodge  Apr 25, 2025

Most buyers expect the seller to be out of the property by the closing date,…Read more

Start Simple: A Guide to Organizing Your Home

Start Simple: A Guide to Organizing Your Home

by Julie Wyss  Apr 23, 2025

When it comes time to prepare your home for sale, decluttering and organizing your home…Read more

Does a Shed Increase Home Value?

Does a Shed Increase Home Value?

by Kelsey Heath  Apr 21, 2025

75% of homebuyers consider extra storage space an important factor when choosing a home. Buyers…Read more

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