Can I Sell My Home in the Fall?
Timing the market is challenging, whether we’re talking stocks or real estate. At least in real estate we can distinguish...
Real Estate Term of the Week
Seller’s Market: A seller’s market is one in which there are more buyers than homes for sale. Since supply is...
Setting the Initial Price is Critical for Sellers
Many homeowners enter the process of putting their home up for sale with assumptions that hurt the final sale price....
Real Estate Term of the Week
Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI): A risk-management product that protects lenders against loss if a borrower defaults on a loan. Most...
When Can I Get Rid of My PMI (Private Mortgage Insurance)?
Homeowners who put down less than 20% of the loan on their home almost always pay private mortgage insurance (PMI)....
Real Estate Term of the Week
RESNET: The Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) is a recognized national standards-making body for building energy efficiency rating and certification...
What You Should Know About “Green” Upgrades in a Home
As energy efficiency rises in importance for today’s home buyers, sellers need to know what features the environmentally-conscious are focusing...
Real Estate Term of the Week
Exclusive Right: Property listed as “exclusive right” is available for sale. The seller’s broker will receive a commission from the...
Buyer Etiquette for Touring Homes
You’ve lined up several homes to tour for the afternoon with your Realtor®. You’re excited to get your home search...
Real Estate Term of the Week
CMA (Comparative Market Analysis): An evaluation of similar, recently sold homes (called comparables) that are near a home intended to...
What’s the Difference Between a Zestimate and a CMA?
Whether you’re a buyer or a seller, the chances are good that you’ve checked out Zillow’s Zestimate on homes in...
Real Estate Term of the Week
Consideration: Something of value bargained for in exchange of real estate. Money is the most common form of consideration, but...