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What is the Real Estate Commission in Connecticut?
The average real estate commission in Connecticut is 5.38%, which is close to the national…Read more
Florida Housing Market: Trends & Predictions 2024
New residents arrive seeking a better quality of life, including more space and more time…Read more
How to Sell a House to a Family Member
by Amanda Dodge
A house is the biggest financial asset that most Americans own. According to the American…Read more
California Housing Market – Trends and Predictions
The California housing market is feeling economic pressure with a reduction in home prices, increase…Read more
Texas Housing Market – Trends and Predictions
Texas had the highest population growth in the nation, creating a hot housing market, but…Read more
Colorado Housing Market- Trends and Predictions
The Colorado housing market faces low inventory and high demand, but homes are staying on…Read more
Home Maintenance Tips for New Homeowners
There are many small maintenance tasks a person can learn to do to prevent serious…Read more
Land Contracts – What Are They and How do They Work?
Land contracts can be a great alternative to purchasing a home through a bank or…Read more
What’s Happening in the Outer Banks Real Estate Market?
by Mike Siers
After two incredible years for real estate in the Outer Banks, North Carolina, we have…Read more
Ideal Agent Reviews – Everything You Need to Know
Ideal Agent is one of these agent matching services. We have dug deep to get…Read more
2022 Fourth-Quarter Housing Market Trends: Prices Down, Rates Up
It's finally happened. Trends in the US housing market are responding to interest rate changes,…Read more
Average Real Estate Agent Commissions by State (2025 Survey)
While commission rates and realtor fees can differ between states and agents, it is commonly…Read more
Arizona Housing Market-Trends and Predictions
by Joe Bourland
Population growth, demand for homes, and limited supply have fueled the Arizona housing market, but…Read more
Utah Housing Market- Trends and Predictions
The Utah housing market became one of the most competitive in the countryRead 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
22 Reasons Your House Isn’t Selling (And What to Do)
by Andrew Te
Your home has been listed on the market for a little while now. But, you're…Read more
How to Find Your Home’s Property Value
by Andrew Te
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…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 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
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
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
Do I Need a Real Estate Agent to Refinance a Home?
by Kelsey Heath
Gone are the days when getting a loan to buy a property meant strolling into…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
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
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
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
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
How Does Zillow Make Money?
Zillow is a free site where users can list homes and properties for sale or…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
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
11 Great Ways to Become an Expert Real Estate Agent
Becoming an expert in real estate takes time, research, and dedication. Real estate is a…Read more
Single, Dual, & Designated Agency: What’s the Difference?
When we think of real estate agents, we often think of two types: buyer’s agent…Read more
What is the Good Neighbor Next Door Program and How to Apply?
by Kelsey Heath
Government-sponsored payment assistance programs provide enormous savings for eligible homebuyers, but some offer more than…Read more
How to Get Closing Costs Waived, Reduced, or Negotiated
by Amanda Dodge
Closing costs make up the various fees that come with buying a home. On average,…Read more