Buyer Beware: Three Major Red Flags to Watch for When Visiting Open Houses

Posted OnJul 06, 2017
Open houses are a good opportunity to get out and about to see what kind of home you're looking for, and if it will work for you. Fortunately, they can also be a good opportunity to find out some things about the house you're looking at that might not be listed on the website and may be less than flattering. If you're wondering what red flags to watch out for, pay attention to the following things the next time you're at a showing.
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5 Surprisingly Stylish Ways to Improve Your Living Room’s Look Using Wallpaper

Posted OnJul 05, 2017
From a sophisticated couch to a stunning art print, there are plenty of ways that you can dress up your living room and instantly change its vibe. You may not realize it, but wallpaper is back in fashion and becoming another popular way to instantly re-vamp a room. If you're contemplating ways that wallpaper can benefit your space, here are some options you may want to try out.
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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – July 3, 2017

Posted OnJul 03, 2017
Last week's economic news included Case-Shiller Home Price Indices, pending home sales and inflation. Weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims were released along with a reading on consumer sentiment. Case-Shiller and pending home sales readings suggested that recent rapid growth in home prices and home sales may be easing. High demand for homes coupled with low inventories of homes for sale has created an artificially high rate of home price growth and competition among buyers for a limited number of homes.
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Understanding Why the Highest Offer Isn’t Always the Best One When Selling Your Home

Posted OnJun 30, 2017
When it comes to the real estate market, nothing is better than putting your home up for sale and finding a potential homebuyer who offers you the price you're looking for. However, while the right offer is ideal, there are a lot of things that may come along with a high offer that may be less than perfect. If you're wondering what kinds of things can hamper a good offer, you may want to watch out for the following.
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Facing a Scorching Hot Housing Market? 3 Reasons You’ll Want a Great Real Estate Agent

Posted OnJun 27, 2017
For many homeowners who are selling in today's real estate market, pinching every penny can be important. They may be considering opting out of using a real estate agent and going with the DIY approach. However, there are many things an agent can do for you in a hot market that is worth the money. If you're wondering how a real estate agent can help you, here are some things to consider.
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