Putting Your Home on the Market? Make These 10 Fixes First
Want top dollar when selling your home? It’s a good idea to make these changes before the photographer—and home inspector—show up.
What’s the Difference Between Mobile Homes, Manufactured Homes, and Modular Homes?
Are mobile, modular, and manufactured homes the same? Learn what sets them apart so you can select the best option for your new home.
8 Real Estate Rules That May Have Changed Since You Bought Your House
If it’s been a while since you bought a house, you may be surprised to learn how things have changed. In the decade prior to the subprime mortgage crisis of 2008, buying a home was a relatively straightforward task: You identified the house you wanted, applied for a loan, and then moved into your new home within 30 to 60 days. Alas, the process has become a bit trickier, and you may need to wise up before you jump into the buying and selling process once more.
10 Things to Do Now if You Plan to Buy a House Next Year
Your home search and purchase will go more smoothly if you’re prepared. Here’s your to-do list.
How to Spot Shoddy Renovations While House Hunting
A home’s listing may advertise a new heater, new windows, and fresh paint, but not all renovations and updates are created equal. Here’s how to tell whether the seller’s improvements are quality work or cheap, rushed renos.
10 States With the Cheapest Home Prices
As housing prices have risen in major urban areas, Americans are looking at homes in more affordable markets. Where will you live next?
12 Confessions of a First-Time Home Seller
While buying a first home is always exhilarating, selling it is often bittersweet. When it’s time to move on, it can be hard to let go. As is no doubt the case for most first-time homeowners, my first house harbored so many memories—first baby steps, first holidays, first schools days, and yes, first DIY successes. It was so inconceivable to me that I could sell a house that aroused such strong sentiments that I almost sabotaged the sale. Thank goodness my real estate agent set me straight. The following confessions come from my personal experience as a first-time home seller. If you’re thinking about putting your home on the market, first-time seller or not, I hope you can learn from my mistakes.
Landlord Insurance vs. Homeowners Insurance: What’s the Difference, and Which One Do You Need?
While the concepts are similar, landlord insurance and homeowners insurance protect different elements of the costs associated with property damage.
How a Comprehensive Short-Term Rental Strategy Can Boost Your Rental Income
While the short-term rental market can provide great cash flow, it can also be inconsistent. Renting to medium-term tenants in the off-months is proving a winning strategy for many landlords.
10 Real Estate Negotiation Tactics That Can Really Backfire
On the lookout for a new home? First, peruse our list of negotiation dos and don’ts, culled from the advice of industry professionals. The bottom line? As you embark on the process, be your own advocate, but make sure you also respect the sellers’ time and heed their emotional cues. By avoiding these all-too-common behaviors, you can ensure a win-win deal.