From Problem Property to Profitable Sale: Your Guide to Selling a House That Needs Repairs

Key takeways: Expect to sell for about 10 – 20% below full market value when selling a house that needs repairs Selling without making repairs can save you time and effort if you need to get your house sold quickly Make strategic decisions about which repairs will provide you the best return on inve

Should I Sell My House Now?

Key takeaways: It’s a good time to sell your house if you price correctly and are open to negotiation.  Mortgage rates are hovering at 10-month lows, boosting applications and keeping the door open for some priced-out buyers to re-enter the market. There are far more sellers than buyers in the marke

Is Now a Good Time to Buy a House?

Key takeaways: If you have the means, now may be a good time to buy a house. Mortgage rates remain at 10-month lows, giving homebuyers a clear window of affordability. It’s a buyer’s market – there are 500,000 more home sellers than buyers – giving homebuyers leverage. Still, most consumers are wary

How Long After Closing Can You Move Into Your New Home?

Buying a home is exciting, but one of the first questions most buyers ask is: “When can I actually move in?” In many cases, most buyers can get the keys and start moving in immediately on closing day. But depending on agreements with the seller, new construction, or administrative timing, your move-