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Appreciation: The increase in a home’s value over time. How much a home appreciates each year depends on the local...

10 Easy Ways to Increase Curb Appeal

A home’s appearance from the outside makes the first impression on potential buyers. Before entering the house, they’re already forming...

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Fixture: A fixture is legally considered an item that is attached to the house, such as permanent shelving, a chandelier,...

6 Things That Turn Off Buyers During Showings

Dated kitchens, flowered wallpaper, or wood paneling from the ‘80s are obvious features that turn away buyers from a home....

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Earnest Money: A deposit made to a seller that represents a buyer’s good faith to buy a home. The money...

What Can Happen to My Earnest Money?

Earnest money is usually expected when a buyer puts an offer on a home. The money shows that the buyer...

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Means of Egress: An unobstructed path to leave buildings, structures, and spaces. A means of egress is comprised of exit...

You Call That a Bedroom?

Home listings always include the total number of rooms available, with a specific entry for bedrooms. How all rooms are...

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