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Renovations That Don’t Pay-Off

Some renovations may make a home more enjoyable, but they do not always pay off at resale, especially when they are too personal, too expensive, or out of step with local buyer expectations. Continue Reading

Selling As-Is

Selling your home as-is can save time and upfront costs but it may also impact your price and buyer pool. Some buyers are willing to take on repairs, while others want move-in ready homes. The key is understanding what matters most in your market. In some cases, small Continue Reading

Waiting For The Perfect Rate

If you've been sitting on the sidelines waiting for mortgage rates to drop, you may want to reconsider. Rates are already below their long-term average, and every month of delay could mean missing out on equity growth through appreciation and loan paydown. Here's why acting Continue Reading

What and Why Contingencies Matter

When a home goes under contract, many assume it's a done deal, but in reality, most real estate contracts include contingencies, or conditions that must be met for the sale to proceed. These clauses are designed to protect both buyers and sellers and offer a legal way Continue Reading

The Hidden Tax Trap

Through a 28-year lens, tax policies on home sales haven't kept pace with rising home values. That's putting homeowners in a bind and stifling real estate opportunities across the board. Since 1997, the capital gains exclusion on the sale of a primary residence has Continue Reading