Is the price per square foot important? This is a question that lots of buyers and sellers want to know. In real estate, as with many things in life, the most straightforward solutions to a problem are not always the best solutions. Take calculating the value of a home for sale. Realtors, sellers, and buyers […]
How to Write Property Descriptions in Real Estate That Sell
Do you want to know how to write creative real estate listing descriptions? Whether you are a real estate agent or homeowner, this is crucial when selling a house. Having a home description that rocks can help you seal the deal. With so much emphasis on great pictures – and now video – it is […]
Don’t Be Mislead About The Market Value of Your Home
Realtors Over Inflating Market Value Do real estate agents mislead sellers about the value of their homes? You bet they do, and it happens all the time! While a real estate agent telling a seller an unrealistic value for their home is as old as the whole business of selling real estate, it becomes more […]
Your Massachusetts Title V Might Have Failed
Understanding Massachusetts Title V Approval Is it possible when buying a Massachusetts home, the Title V inspection report you receive as evidence that it has passed is invalid? YES, it is! When selling a home in Massachusetts, one of the requirements of every homeowner is to perform what is known as a Title 5 septic […]
How to Pack and Organize a Storage Unit
Do you have organizing and storage needs? Are you wondering how to organize yourself to put your things into a self-storage unit? There may come a time when you have found yourself selling one house and moving to another. Timing in life is everything, and sometimes it doesn’t work out as planned. This can happen […]
Real Estate Capital Gains Taxes When Selling a Home Including Rates For 2024
Home Selling and Real Estate Capital Gains Taxes Do you know how real estate capital gains taxes work when selling a house? Selling your home can net you a significant return. But what does the tax man have to say about it? With property values across the country skyrocketing, now more than ever, it is […]
6 Home Pricing Myths You Must Avoid For a Successful Sale
Pricing Myths Debunked Unfortunately, there are several myths about pricing a home. Every seller wants to sell their home for the best possible price – hopefully as quickly as possible. However, accomplishing these goals requires taking a specific approach to the home sales process that many owners are unaware of. Without experience selling homes and […]
Buying Someone Out of a House: What You Need to Know
Acquiring a person’s share in a house isn’t as simple as handing over cash. It calls for a deep understanding of the property’s ownership structure, which defines each party’s stake. You might tiptoe around legal paperwork, crunching numbers to identify equity shares, or navigating complex tax obligations. Much like locating a hidden key under layers […]
Redfin vs. Zillow: Which is Better For Home Value Estimates?
Redfin and Zillow are two popular real estate platforms. There is a constant debate about Redfin vs Zillow estimates. Each offers values that may differ due to factors like accuracy, home types, advice, resources, and the impact of renovations. As of right now, Redfin is marginally more accurate. Zillow and Refin’s home value estimators utilize […]
How to Know if a House is Overpriced: 10 Ways to Tell
If you’re selling your home, you must understand that pricing your home correctly from the beginning is critical. The most common reason a home doesn’t sell is that it is overpriced. But how do you know if you have an overpriced house? There will be signs that will be screaming for you to notice. Without […]