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Can You Get a New Mortgage Before Selling Your Current House?
by Amanda Dodge
Many homeowners want to buy their next property before selling their current one. Moving from…Read more
My Home Isn’t Selling. Should I Change Realtors?
If your home isn't selling, is it the home or the agent? Ask yourself these…Read more
2025 Home Selling Advice from a Real Estate Expert
Get expert home selling advice from a Realtor with almost 2 decades of experience. From…Read more
Should I Build a House in 2025?
Expert Advice: Building a house involves understanding local regulations, securing permits, and planning for infrastructure…Read more
Does Living Near a Cemetery Affect Property Value?
by Kelsey Heath
If you’re driving to an open house and pass by a cemetery, what’s the first…Read more
Do Gutters Add Value To Your Home?
by Amanda Dodge
Gutters play a valuable role in your home maintenance. They control how water flows off…Read more
Does a Metal Roof Increase Home Value?
by Amanda Dodge
The roof is one of the most important parts of any home. Not only does…Read more
Does New Siding Add Value to Your Home?
by Amanda Dodge
Siding covers the exterior of a house and provides both protective and aesthetic value. The…Read more
I’ve Been A Realtor For 35 Years, Here are My Tips For An Easy Home Sale
Get ready for honest advice about how to have an easy home sale from a…Read more
How Much Value Does a Finished Basement Add?
by Amanda Dodge
A finished basement is an increasingly popular investment by homeowners. It immediately increases the amount…Read more
I’ve Been A Realtor for 28 Years. Here Are 5 Tips for a Smooth Home Sale
Take my advice as a realtor of 28 years if you want a smooth home…Read more
Don’t Give Home Buyers the Ick! 7 Home Buyer Turnoffs and What Sellers Can Do to Fix Them
by Amy Prumo
If you want top dollar for your home, don't give buyers the ick! Avoid these…Read more
Should I Sell My Home – 10 Signs That It’s Time To Sell Your Home
Deciding to sell your home is a deeply personal choice. Decide if it's time to…Read more
Do Hot Tubs Increase Home Value?
by Amanda Dodge
Hot tubs and spas are an increasingly popular home accessory, especially in luxury homes. However,…Read more
What Happens When 3 Siblings Own a Property Together?
by Amanda Dodge
It’s not uncommon for multiple siblings to own a property, usually because they inherited a…Read more
Can an Unmarried Couple Buy a House Together?
by Amanda Dodge
The number of unmarried couples who cohabitate is growing in the United States. In a…Read more
5 Reasons to Sell Your Home Now (And Beat the Spring Rush)
by Megan Kilmer
Selling your home now doesn’t just mean beating the spring rush—it means maximizing your chances…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
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
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
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
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
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 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
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
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
How Does Foreclosure Work? (What You Need to Know)
by Andrew Te
You’re probably here because you’re wondering how foreclosure works. Foreclosure is when a house owner…Read more
Capital Gains and Tax Consequences of Selling a Second Home
by Kelsey Heath
A second property (even if lived in by the owner for several months of the…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
Interest-Only Loans: What to Know
Interest-only loans are a type of loan in which the borrower pays only the interest…Read more
How to Choose the Right Fragrance for Your Open House
When preparing for an open house, one of the most important things to consider is…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
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
The Risks & Benefits of Working with a Designated Real Estate Agency
If you’re unfamiliar with the term “designated agency,” it is when the buyer and seller…Read more