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How to Interview a Realtor When Selling a Home
by Amanda Dodge
Selecting your real estate agent is a critical decision that could have a significant impact…Read more
California First-Time Homebuyer Programs 2025
by Kelsey Heath
If you are a first-time homebuyer in California, you know how difficult it is to…Read more
How to Sell a House While Living in Another State?
by Amanda Dodge
Not everyone can live in their house (or nearby) when selling it. You may find…Read more
How to Interview a Realtor When Buying a Home
by Amanda Dodge
Hiring a quality buyer’s agent is an essential step when purchasing a home. This person…Read more
8 Tips for a Stellar House Showing
by Julie Wyss
A stellar house showing is about creating an emotional connection between the buyer and the…Read more
Are “We Buy Houses” Companies a Ripoff?
by Kelsey Heath
You’ve likely seen signs that say “We Buy Houses Fast!” or “Sell Your Ugly House…Read more
Home Selling in a Buyer’s Market
by Amy Prumo
Expert Advice: Selling a home in a buyer’s market may seem challenging, but with the…Read more
How Much Does It Cost to Build a Small House?
by Kelsey Heath
Rising costs. Shrinking spaces. And a growing desire to live simpler. That’s the recipe behind…Read more
At What Point Is a House Not Worth Fixing?
Don't make the mistake of a money pit. Sometimes a house is not worth fixing.…Read more
How Long Does the Seller Have to Move Out After Closing?
by Amanda Dodge
Most buyers expect the seller to be out of the property by the closing date,…Read more
What Does Off-Market Mean in Real Estate?
by Amanda Dodge
In a hot market with limited inventory, buyers are always looking for a way to…Read more
Buying Tax Deed Property: A Smart Way to Score Cheap Houses?
With limited inventory and high home prices, tax deed properties present the opportunity so buy…Read more
Start Simple: A Guide to Organizing Your Home
by Julie Wyss
When it comes time to prepare your home for sale, decluttering and organizing your home…Read more
Does a Shed Increase Home Value?
by Kelsey Heath
75% of homebuyers consider extra storage space an important factor when choosing a home. Buyers…Read more
Are Buy Before You Sell Programs Worth It?
by Kelsey Heath
Navigating a sale and purchase of a home at the same time isn’t easy. You…Read more
Can You Buy a House With Cash and Without Proof of Income?
by Kelsey Heath
For buyers who value privacy, need to purchase quickly, or want non-traditional income sources, paying…Read more
Essential Documents to File Taxes as a Homeowner
by Amanda Dodge
No one looks forward to filing their taxes, but that doesn’t mean this process has…Read more
Should You Buy a House in a Transitional Neighborhood?
by Kelsey Heath
Everyone wants to score a deal when buying a house, but the best deals are…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
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
How to Find an Experienced Real Estate Agent in 5 Easy Steps
by Andrew Te
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…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
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
How to Survive a Recession While Investing in Real Estate
by Andrew Te
In these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to have a solid financial plan…Read more
What is an Origination Fee & Why Do You Have to Pay It?
Buying a home often comes with a lot of extra fees and costs. One of…Read more
How to Prepare For an Open House: A Step-by-Step Guide
It’s official. You’ve listed your home for sale and now it’s time to open up…Read more
7 Things to Look for in a Real Estate Agent
If you’re buying or selling a house, a real estate agent is your advocate. Agents…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
4 Tips to Improve a Builder-Grade Home
Take your home from basic to brilliant with these tips for improving a builder-grade home.…Read more
Are Real Estate Agents Necessary? (The Real Story)
by Andrew Te
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…Read more
How Much Money Does a Real Estate Agent Make Per Year? (By State)
by Andrew Te
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…Read more
What is the Average Real Estate Commission in Wyoming?
Wyoming real estate agents typically charge a 5.3% commission on the total sale price of…Read more
The Best Places to Live in Florida
by Andrew Te
Florida is the third most populous state in the U.S., with no signs of slowing…Read more
Can You Refuse to Join a Homeowners Association (HOA)?
by Kelsey Heath
HOA fees can be expensive, but they also come with a set of rules, which…Read more
What is a Good First Offer on a Home? (And Should You Accept)
by Andrew Te
Imagine this- your real estate agent calls you on a Monday morning to tell you…Read more