If you’re thinking about selling your house this year, you may be torn between two...
Home Selling
Mold in your home doesn’t mean your selling plans need to go on hold. While selling a house with mold might feel overwhelming at first, thousands of homeowners successfully navigate this situation every year. With the right knowledge and approach, you can move forward confidently and find the right buyer for your property. Let’s walk through everything you need to know about selling a house with mold,...
Thinking about selling your home with well water? Don’t worry — it’s absolutely doable, and with the right preparation, you can make the process smooth and quick. Whether you have a private well or a shared well with your neighbors, understanding what buyers need and what you’re required to provide will set you up for success. Get your water tested right away This is your number one priority....
Thinking about selling land without a realtor? You’re not alone, and the good news is that it’s absolutely possible to successfully sell your property on your own. While the process requires some effort and planning, many landowners find that selling vacant land without a realtor gives them greater control over the sale and saves thousands of dollars in commission fees. Understanding what makes land...
Compelling house descriptions are more than just words on a page — they serve as a powerful lead generator. A good description tells a story that connects emotionally with buyers, helping them picture themselves living in the home. It also reflects your professionalism as an agent and sets the tone for your brand. Whether you’re marketing a cozy bungalow in Seattle, WA, or a luxury estate in...
When your house doesn’t sell, it does more than disrupt your plans, it hits close to...
Seller concessions are closing costs or fees that a seller agrees to cover to help reduce a buyer’s upfront expenses. These costs are negotiated during the offer process, and seller concessions can make a home purchase more affordable without lowering the home’s sale price. In the first quarter of 2025, 44.4% of U.S. home sale transactions included seller concessions — the highest share in several...
Key takeaways Sellers can refuse to pay a buyer’s agent, and commissions remain fully negotiable even after the 2024 NAR settlement MLS listings can no longer display buyer agent commission offers, which means any compensation must now be negotiated off the MLS between the parties involved Not offering a buy-side commission may reduce a seller’s costs, but it can also limit buyer interest, especially...
The new year brings good news for the housing...
As home prices fluctuate and buyers focus on affordability, sellers might take a closer look at how they price their homes. One question that comes up often before listing: Can a pre-listing appraisal help set the right asking price before a home hits the market. In most cases, sellers don’t need an appraisal before listing. Homes are typically priced using recent comparable sales, local market...