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My Top 11 Tips For Realtors When Choosing Comps

Birmingham Appraisal

In today’s market where so much information is available online, it’s important to put in the research upfront when pricing a home because we know buyers do and they will know when a listing is overpriced. Today I’m going to share my top tips for choosing comps from an appraiser’s perspective.

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How Local Community Features Influence Florida Property Values

Lamacchia Realty

From schools and parks to transportation and safety, these factors shape the value of homes in certain neighborhoods. Understanding how local community features influence Florida property values can provide valuable insights for homeowners, investors, and prospective buyers alike.

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5 Ways to Help First-Time Homebuyers

McKissock

Dale Schaechterle, the founding partner and CEO at Realty Executives Integrity , shares with Forbes that the services of a good real estate agent are essential for a first-time home buyer given the complicated network of mortgage rates and tax laws that they will have to navigate. How far will their budget truly go? Answer Questions.

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Navigating the Move: Logistics of a Smooth Home Selling Transition

Lamacchia Realty

With these easy steps and the guidance of a local Lamacchia Realty REALTOR ® you will be ready to move without the added stress. This not only makes your home more appealing to potential buyers but also reduces the items you’ll need to move. Start Early and Declutter Your Home With any major life decision, preparation is key!

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Insights Into Buying a Home Based on the School District

Will Springer Realtor

Home buyers often seek out local insights from their real estate professionals on everything from restaurants and shopping, but everyone should tread carefully when exchanging their impressions about schools. Some buyers are focused on rankings and can be dead set on moving into a certain school district. Every buyer is different.

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What to Expect on Moving Day

Lamacchia Realty

Make sure to thoroughly look through the home and ensure that nothing is left behind unless agreed upon with the buyer. For particularly valuable or sentimental items, consider handling their transportation yourself. Our expert REALTORS® at Lamacchia Realty are here to guide you every step of the way in your real estate journey.

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How to Use Storytelling to Help You Sell a House

McKissock

Pretty pictures and the right price might lure a shopper to a listing, but a well-written narrative, which helps a looker imagine him- or herself living there, can be the hook that reels in a buyer. Instead of describing a tiny house as “cozy”—buyers are wise to that—describe it as “an intimate space for quality family time.”