Lender or Realtor: Who Should You Talk to First Before Buying a House?
by Kelsey Heath
Deciding whether to consult a real estate agent or mortgage lender first when buying a…Read more
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Are 1% Real Estate Agents Worth It?
by Kelsey Heath
What if you could cut your agent commission in half – or even down to…Read more
How to Buy a House in the Bay Area?
by Kelsey Heath
If you’re looking to buy a house in the Bay Area, you’ll probably be a…Read more
New Construction Home Inspection: Should You Hire a Home Inspector for a New House?
by Bill Gassett
A new construction home inspection is essential to ensure your new home is built according…Read more
The Pros and Cons of Flat Fee Real Estate Agents
by Kelsey Heath
A flat fee realtor is a real estate professional who charges a fixed, flat rate…Read more
How to Sell a House with Unpermitted Work
by Kelsey Heath
Selling a house with unpermitted work presents unique challenges. Do you get retroactive permits or…Read more
How Much Value Does a Garage Add to a House?
by Kelsey Heath
A garage can be a fantastic feature in a home. Not only does it act…Read more
The Top 5 Features That Make Your Home Sell Over Asking
by Seb Frey
If your home has features that are in relatively short supply and high demand in…Read more
Can You Start Looking at Houses Without Pre Approval?
by Kelsey Heath
A mortgage pre-approval is a lender’s promise to loan you a certain amount, provided nothing…Read more
Agent Advice: Everything First-Time Home Sellers Need to Know
by Bill Gassett
Prepare to sell your home for top dollar and low stress. With 40 years of…Read more
What is a Condemned House and Can You Buy or Sell It?
by Amanda Dodge
Deal of a lifetime or money pit? Can you even sell a condemned house? Learn…Read more
How to Buy a Second Home and Rent the First
by Amanda Dodge
There’s a growing trend with homeowners to buy second properties while keeping their first homes.…Read more
How Much is the Mortgage on a Million-Dollar Home?
by Amanda Dodge
Buying a million-dollar house isn’t as outlandish as it seems. There are several markets across…Read more
The Complete Home Selling Timeline: How Long Does It Take To Sell a House?
by Kelsey Heath
Gone are the days when getting a loan to buy a property meant strolling into…Read more
How to Sell Your House in 5 Days? (Is it Possible?)
by Amanda Dodge
No one wants their house to languish on the market, but some people are in…Read more
How to Buy Another House While Owning a House
by Amanda Dodge
Buying another house when you already own a home is a common practice. Some people…Read more
Chicago Neighborhoods: North Side Home Buying
by Leigh Marcus
Realtor Leigh Marcus shares his valuable insight on North Side Chicago Neighborhoods, where he lives…Read more
FastExpert Top Real Estate Partners for 2024 | Nationwide
Top FastExpert Agents for 2024 Real estate agents in states all over the country did…Read more
How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?
How much DO real estate agents make? This is a valid question when deciding to…Read more
How Long Does Closing on a House Take?
How long does closing on a house take? It’s one of buyers' and sellers' most…Read more
Winter, Spring, Summer, or Fall: When is the Best Time to Sell a Home?
by Andrew Te
Unless you live in a part of the US where the weather stays a nice,…Read more
The Truth About Living in Seattle
Read the honest truth about living in Seattle from a seasoned realtor. 10 reasons to…Read more
How to Make an Offer on a House
by Amanda Dodge
An essential part of buying a house is making an offer. This is your bid…Read more
What is a Bump Clause in Real Estate?
by Andrew Te
What is a bump clause? A provision that allows the original buyer to match any…Read more
Can I Sell My House While In Forbearance?
by Kelsey Heath
'Can I sell my house while in forbearance?' Find out with FastExpert's guide on selling…Read more
What is a Transactional Agent and What Do They Do?
In real estate, there are several different types of agents and brokers who perform different…Read more
What Is a Land Survey?
by Bill Gassett
Land surveys are an essential component of every real estate transaction. Know the facts before…Read more
What’s the Difference Between Pre-Qualified, Pre-Approved, and Approved?
If you’re in the process of buying a home, you may have heard a lot…Read more
How to Stage a House to Sell – Top Tips and Tricks
Staging a house is one of the most important parts of selling your home. Without…Read more
3 Creative Ways to Save Money for a Down Payment
Discover 3 ingenious ways to save money for a down payment and achieve your home…Read more
Real Estate Agent vs Realtor vs Broker: Does it Matter?
There is a lot of confusion about the terms “real estate agent,” “broker,” “salesperson,” and…Read more
How to Deal With Bad Neighbors When Selling a Home
by Jason Thoele
Dealing with bad neighbors when trying to sell your home by approaching the situation diplomatically,…Read more
How to Determine If Your House Is Priced Correctly to Sell
One of the biggest factors that determine how long your home sits on the market…Read more
Understanding the Process of Closing on a House
by Amanda Dodge
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…Read more
Can Credit Card Companies Put a Lien on Your Home?
by Amanda Dodge
Several risks come with not paying your credit card bills. You may accrue late fees…Read more
What is the Average Real Estate Commission in Wisconsin?
The Wisconsin real estate market is unique, and so are the real estate commission rates.…Read more