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What renovations will add value to my home?

Housing Wire

We all love the feeling of a refreshed, renovated home, and being able to enjoy it instills a sense of pride in its owner. That’s partly why people are spending significant time, energy and money on home renovation projects these days. Despite this, there are some renovations that are worth their price tags.

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What agents need to know about the impact of interest rates on the real estate market

Housing Wire

As a real estate agent , it’s essential to stay aware of significant changes in interest rates and how they may affect market conditions so you’re better equipped to advise your buyers and sellers on everything from housing affordability to availability. Lower demand means that homes often sit on the market longer than usual.

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7 Common Mistakes Sellers Should Avoid During a Real Estate Appraisal

Birmingham Appraisal

Homeowners, Don’t Make These Appraisal Mistakes When Selling Your Home As a real estate appraiser, I have seen many mistakes that sellers make during the appraisal process. In this blog post, I will discuss some of the most common mistakes sellers should avoid during a real estate appraisal.

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7 Tips: Negotiating Repairs After a Home Inspection

Raleigh Realty

Is the seller not willing to negotiate repairs? Working through repairs on the home inspection shouldn't be a battle, there should be a mutual understanding from both sides why a buyer is requesting certain repairs and why the seller may decline those repairs. As a buyer, always try to come to the seller from a kind, courteous place.

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How to write a lead-winning, memorable real estate agent bio (+ examples)

Housing Wire

It is often the first point of contact between you and potential clients, or it’s how clients confirm if you’re the right fit after you’ve been referred to them. Both buyers and sellers value the combined benefits of his individual talents along with membership in one of the most respected real estate firms in New York City.

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Don’t Fall For These 6 Real Estate Scams

McKissock

Red Flags: The seller demands payment upfront. Sellers are often on a time crunch to get properties locked into a contract, which leaves little time to properly deal with the unexpected. While many sellers are respected professionals and would fully fix the issue before listing, it doesn’t hurt to do your research as a buyer.

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Home Appraisal 101: Maximizing the Value of Your Home

Chicagoland Appraisal Blog

When the housing marketplace favors sellers, home values run high. During buyer’s markets, sellers might find it difficult to sell an outdated home or to achieve their asking price. Some real estate firms or banks may refer to the home appraisal as a real estate appraisal. Overly personalized renovations. Home addition.