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The Best Places To Live in Tucson | A Complete Guide
Relocating to a new city can be overwhelming, with a significant challenge being buying a home in unfamiliar territory. So, we're outlining the best places to live in Tucson to help you choose which is ideal for you. Tucson, Arizona, has a population of 1.5 million....
Best Time to Buy a House in Charleston
Historic neighborhoods, beautiful beaches, a variety of incredible restaurants. There is a reason Charleston South Carolina has consistently been named a top vacation destination, and ranked high for places to relocate permanently. But when is considered the best time...
What is Due Diligence in Real Estate?
If you’re getting ready to buy a home, you’ll want to do your homework. Not all homes are the same. New construction, foreclosure, short sale, or traditional sales, they’re all different. So it’s important to exercise due diligence in your real estate hunt. A SWOT...
How to Sell a House for Cash: A Complete Guide
Chances are you’ve seen one of those signs or billboards that reads “we’ll buy your house for cash!”. Real estate investing is becoming increasingly popular, with small to large investors buying homes for cash across the country. But, selling to an investor isn’t the...
What Mortgage Programs Exist to Help Minorities?
Over the course of history, mortgage lenders have unfortunately been guilty of denying equal rights to minorities at times. This practice in mortgage lending is known as “redlining.” While redlining has been labeled as illegal, these practices often still have a...
6 Questions to Ask a Property Manager
Investing in real estate is becoming an increasingly popular method to build wealth. There are a variety of ways to invest in real estate, and a multitude of property types and strategies to consider. But, ultimately, in real estate investing it's essential to build a...
What Is a Contingent Sale?
A contingent sale can be a challenging thing to handle, but they’re manageable if navigated properly. In real estate, a contingent sale sometimes means a buyer is unable to purchase a property without selling one they already own. This ultimately comes down to...
Atlanta Housing Market: December 2021
As we approach the heart of winter, the temperature may be dropping, but the real estate market is as hot as ever. Fall saw a decrease in inventory across most markets, as is standard for this time of year. As inventory decreases it’s no surprise the market remains...
Charleston Housing Market: December 2021
As we approach the heart of winter, the temperature may be dropping, but the real estate market is as hot as ever. Fall saw a decrease in inventory across most markets, as is standard for this time of year. As inventory decreases it’s no surprise the market remains...
Denver Housing Market: December 2021
As we approach the heart of winter, the temperature may be dropping, but the real estate market is as hot as ever. Fall saw a decrease in inventory across most markets, as is standard for this time of year. As inventory decreases it’s no surprise the market remains...
Phoenix Housing Market: December 2021
As we approach the heart of winter, the temperature may be dropping, but the real estate market is as hot as ever. Fall saw a decrease in inventory across most markets, as is standard for this time of year. As inventory decreases it’s no surprise the market remains...
Raleigh Housing Market: December 2021
As we approach the heart of winter, the temperature may be dropping, but the real estate market is as hot as ever. Fall saw a decrease in inventory across most markets, as is standard for this time of year. As inventory decreases it’s no surprise the market remains...
Seattle Housing Market: December 2021
As we approach the heart of winter, the temperature may be dropping, but the real estate market is as hot as ever. Fall saw a decrease in inventory across most markets, as is standard for this time of year. As inventory decreases it’s no surprise the market remains...
How Much Can You Negotiate on a House? 3 Things to Consider
If you thought buying a car was stressful, wait until you try buying your dream home! Determining how much you can negotiate on a house can be tricky. But there are 3 things you can do to make it less stressful and easier. Get pre-approved for a loan Whether you’re a...
How Much Does it Cost to Buy a House? Know This Beforehand
How much does it cost to buy a house? The short answer is it often isn't cheap. The downpayment is commonly the most substantial amount of what you’re paying when you buy a house. But, there are a number of other fees you will need to pay as well. These are either one...
Top 10 Best Neighborhoods in Denver
Whether you're thinking of moving to Denver, Colorado, already live in Denver but are looking for a better lay of the land, or a native trying to make sense of what’s been going on the last 5 years, we’ve got a real estate guide for you. As with any up and coming...
How Long Should You Own a House Before Selling?
Buying a home is often the biggest purchase of a person's life. Thus, it's no surprise that homeowners choose to stay put in their houses for a fairly long time. According to Zillow, the average home buyer stays in their house for 13 years. However there are always...
The Best Time to Sell a House in North Carolina
The best time to sell a house in North Carolina depends on a variety of factors. These range from current market trends and the type of home you have, to your personal situation and financial position. Your real estate agent’s listing strategy can also play a role in...
How Soon After Bankruptcy Can I Buy a House?
Being bankrupt is scary. And Americans have all been afraid of it since we played Monopoly as kids. But it doesn’t need to be scary. In reality, at least 800,000 Americans file for bankruptcy every year. And undoubtedly many of those people are good, hard-working...
5 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Real Estate
Investing in real estate is a great move financially. When done correctly, the benefits range from passive income and tax advantages, to portfolio diversification and more. Have you found yourself wondering, “why invest in real estate”? This guide details 5 reasons...
Remodel, Restoration, Renovation: What's the Difference?
So you’re thinking about changing up your house. Are you remodeling, restoring, or renovating? How do you know which term applies to your project? Each word is used interchangeably by contractors, even though remodel, restoration, and renovation have very...
How Long Does An Appraisal Take? What You Should Know
A residential appraisal is an unbiased estimate of the true (or fair market) value of what a home is worth, in the current real estate market. Buyers typically need a mortgage loan to afford a home. As a result, a mortgage lender will order an appraisal to ensure that...
What Is a 1031 Exchange: How Do You Use It?
No, it’s not a vague mailing address - wait, it actually might be. But in real estate, a 1031 exchange is a swap of one investment property for another. It allows the deferring of capital gains and depreciation recapture taxes. What is a 1031 Exchange? The term gets...
Seattle Housing Market: November 2021
Typically, the real estate market experiences a lull as colder weather sets in and many look forward to being home for the holidays. We didn’t experience this cool down last year, as COVID-19 set in and disrupted the real estate market’s usual seasonal trends. So, as...
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