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How to Negotiate the Best Deal on Your Home
by Bill Gassett
Learn how to negotiate the best deal on your home with these 6 tips from…Read more
Do You Need a Permit to Remodel a Bathroom?
by Amanda Dodge
Bathroom remodels have one of the biggest positive impacts on resale value. Homeowners can expect…Read more
Real Estate Commission Changes Impact Buyers and Sellers
Home buyers are now required to sign a contract outlining the agent's responsibilities and commission…Read more
Valid Reasons to Back Out of Buying a House
by Kelsey Heath
If you have signed a purchase agreement on a new home, you’re probably excited. Most…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
How to Determine Price Per Square Foot by Zip Code?
by Amanda Dodge
A large part of real estate is confirming that a house is fairly priced. Sellers…Read more
What Do Home Appraisers Look For?
by Amanda Dodge
An appraisal is an objective evaluation of a home’s value. Buyers often seek appraisals to…Read more
What Happens If You Make 2 Extra Mortgage Payments a Year?
by Kelsey Heath
Did you know that making extra mortgage payments can significantly reduce the amount of interest…Read more
Agent Opinion: Should Home Buyers Pay their Realtor?Â
Home buyers rely on their agent for guidance, negotiation, and to secure their desired home,…Read more
7 Reasons Why You Need a Realtor
FSBO home sell for less! Here's 7 reasons why you need a Realtor. 1. Agents…Read more
How to Get a CMA Report When Selling Your Home
by Amanda Dodge
When you decide to sell your home, one of the first documents you will review…Read more
Capital Gains and Tax on Real Estate in California
Getting ready to sell your home can be both stressful and exciting, especially in markets…Read more
How to Negotiate Real Estate Commissions
by Bill Gassett
Expert Advice! Learn to negotiate real estate commissions from a Realtor with decades of experience.…Read more
Discover the Best Places to Retire in Washington State
I'm a Realtor. Discover the best places to retire in Washington with vibrant communities, diverse…Read more
Reducing Housing Costs in Retirement
Keep the budget in check and reduce housing costs in retirement with these straightforward tips…Read more
How to Find Property Value by Address
by Amanda Dodge
Property values are one of the most important factors in real estate. Property values can…Read more
How to Find an Assumable Mortgage When Looking for Homes
by Amanda Dodge
In 2013, interest rates hovered around 3.5% and then plummeted into the 2% range during…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
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 Much Value Does New Flooring Add to a Home?
When preparing to sell your home, new flooring can substantially elevate the aesthetic appeal and…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
Negotiating With Home Buyers: An Art or a Science?
People have been negotiating since the beginning of time. It is an essential part of…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
The Truth About Living in Seattle
Read the honest truth about living in Seattle from a seasoned realtor. 10 reasons to…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 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
How to Stage a House to Sell – Top Tips and Tricks
Staging a house is one of the most important parts of selling your home. Without…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
Step-by-Step Guide: The Process of Buying a Home
by Andrew Te
So you’re finally ready to buy your first home. Congratulations! This can be an exciting…Read more
How Do Real Estate Agents Get Paid?
How much DO real estate agents make? This is a valid question when deciding to…Read more
What is the Average Real Estate Commission in Washington?
Listing your home with a professional real estate agent is one of the smartest decisions…Read more
Signs of a Bad Real Estate Agent (7 Red Flags)
by Andrew Te
Selling your home or buying a new one means you will have to be involved…Read more
How to Find a Real Estate Agent for Renting a House Near You
by Andrew Te
Click here to browse our Real Estate Agent Directory and contact top-rated agents in your…Read 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
Difference Between Condo and Townhouse
Many people are unsure of the difference between a condo and a townhouse. They seem…Read more