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Avoid These FIRST-TIME HOME SELLER MISTAKES

by Terri Williams, Contributor FORBES Real Estate Sidestep unnecessary surprises, delays, and headaches when selling your home. A lot of time is dedicated to providing advice to first-time homebuyers – as it should be. However, selling a house for the first time can also be a bewildering experience. These sellers are navigating what, for them, […]
Home Improvement, Market Trends, Selling

What will an ADU do to your PROPERTY TAXES & RESALE VALUE?

by Jon Healy, Senior Editor UTILITY JOURNALISM (LA TIMES) A common pitch for accessory dwelling units is that building one will add a lot of value to your property. How much, though, is a bit of a mystery. And that can pose a problem for homeowners looking to build one. An ADU isn’t just extra square footage […]
Buying, Financing, Market Trends

FIVE PRACTICAL TIPS To Get The Lowest Mortgage Rate Possible

5 Practical Tips To Get The Lowest Mortgage Rate Possible by Rob Berger, Contributor FORBES Personal Finance If you’re in the market to purchase a home, you know that mortgage rates are rising. Rates surpassed 7% for the first time in 20 years. And higher mortgage rates send monthly payments up significantly. A $240,000 mortgage at a […]
Buying

FIVE THINGS THAT SHOULD HAPPEN DURING A HOME INSPECTION

by Ryan Serhant, Contributor FORBES – Real Estate So, you found the perfect home (nice!) and you put in an offer (very nice!) and your offer was accepted (SUPER nice!)… now it’s time to have your new purchase inspected. Buyers pay for inspections in order to do their due diligence and ensure that the home […]