Market Updates

May 24, 2023

The Art of Home Staging: How to Prepare Your Home for a Successful Sale

When selling your home, the best way to prepare it for viewing is by going through a process called staging. Staging displays the strengths and features of your home, so potential buyers can see the benefits of purchasing it. It also impacts how fast your property sells and the amount ...

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April 20, 2023

How to Inspect the Plumbing in a New Home Before You Buy

Purchasing a new home is an exciting time in your life. Whether it is your first time or a new investment towards your dream home, you must check several factors to ensure you make an intelligent acquisition. One of the essential factors is checking the plumbing. Being proactive and knowing ...

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March 20, 2023

Freshen Up Your Home With Spring Maintenance Tasks

When winter ends and spring begins, it's easy to start thinking of all the exciting things that are on the way. From spending more time outside to barbeques to summer vacations, you can see the possibilities. To enjoy all of those moments to the fullest, it's a good ...

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Feb. 16, 2023

Seven Ways To Create a More Beautiful Front Door Entryway

Your front door makes an impression on visitors and passersby. With the right design, you can make guests feel welcome and boost curb appeal. Of course, you must find decor that works in an outdoor, public space. To jumpstart your creativity, here are seven ideas for beautifying your front door ...

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Jan. 10, 2023

How to Compare Homes in Different Metro Areas

 

List price by itself can be an ineffective or incomplete way of comparing homes in different metro areas. That holds even if you adjust list prices for the cost of living and the different salaries you might earn in various areas. When assessing properties, consider factors such as commuting ...

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Dec. 14, 2022

Cash Out Refi vs. Home Equity Loan: What You Need to Know

 

Your home equity can give you cash when you need it for home improvement projects, paying down debt, and other purposes. A cash-out refinance and a home equity loan are common options for tapping into that equity, but they are not right for every homeowner. Here’s the scoop on ...

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Nov. 9, 2022

Can You Trust Online Home Valuations?

Technology has had a profound impact on the real estate process. From viewing properties online to signing contracts electronically, technological advances have streamlined and improved many of the steps you once had to take.

Buyers can now access an incredible amount of information about potential properties from the comfort of ...

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Oct. 17, 2022

3 Important But Subtle Factors in Pricing a House to Sell

Putting your house on the market is often an exciting time, but you may have some questions before the listing becomes official.

Determining the best price includes looking at your land and many other factors that can change as time goes on. In order to help evaluate what your home ...

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Sept. 16, 2022

What To Consider When Purchasing Property for Your Custom Home

Having a custom home built can be exciting. It can feel like an opportunity to create your dream home. Often, finding the right property to build your house on is a significant part of making that dream come true. While it may be a straightforward process in some cases, in ...

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Aug. 25, 2022

Beyond the List Price: How Metro Area Impacts Your Home Buying Decision

Ownership costs are an important factor influencing your decision to buy a home. However, you must look beyond the price when picking your new residence. The metro area in which it is located also has a major impact on your finances, plus the overall quality of life. With all this ...

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