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Now that the snow has melted, homebuyers are on the hunt again. Follow these tips to sell your house this spring. Do a thorough spring cleaning, inside and out. You’ll want to clean out closets, wash all the windows and have the carpets cleaned. Key Takeaways Sellers can expect more competition this spring as the … Read More “6 Tips to Prep Your Home for the Spring Homebuying Season” »
Typically, selling a home can often take months, even years. So what if you have to unload your home in, say, two weeks? The good news is it can happen! Whether you need to relocate for a new job, to care for an elderly family member who’s suddenly fallen ill, or because you simply can’t … Read More “How to Sell Your House Fast Without Losing Your Shirt” »
Today I took some time to reflect back and count my blessings. Sometimes we need to look back at our story in order to see how far we’ve come! And I think it helps to hear other people’s stories of patience in the journey of creating a home. Especially this time of year when all … Read More “The Journey to A Dream House” »
In America, housing affordability rates are at their lowest level in 40 years, per Intercontinental Exchange data, and U.S. households’ credit card debt is at an all-time high, MarketWatch reported. This is not a good combination for anyone looking to buy a home. Given this, it’s no wonder that many Americans are feeling the financial pinch. But despite the … Read More “7 Reasons You’ll Love Living In A Smaller Home” »
As much as you love your home, there may come a time when you start thinking about whether or not you should sell your house. According to the National Association of Realtors®, homeowners tend to stay in a house for about ten years before they sell. Think that sounds shockingly short? Or way too long? … Read More “Should I Sell My House? 6 Signs It’s Time” »
Knowing the ins and outs of real estate commissions can give you a better idea of the work of real estate agents. Key Takeaways In the aftermath of a class action lawsuit settlement, the National Association of Realtors changed its cooperative compensation rules, affecting its 1.5 million member agents and multiple listing services. Traditionally, a … Read More “How Do Real Estate Commissions Work?” »
CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF EQUALIZATION | TAXPAYERS’ RIGHTS ADVOCATE OFFICE The State Board of Equalization Taxpayers’ Rights Advocate Office is committed to helping California taxpayers understand property tax laws, and be aware of exclusions and exemptions available to them. Homeowners’ Exemption Did you know that property owners in California can receive a Homeowners’ Exemption on … Read More “California Property Tax Savings: Homeowners’ Exemption” »
Sometimes it seems like a day doesn’t go by without hearing about a new wildfire breaking out somewhere in the country. California, in particular, is a hotspot due to the constant drought which creates a perfect equation for fires to break out. Even now, there are multiple, massive wildfires so severe in California that residents … Read More “11 Tips to Protect Your Home Against Wildfires” »
Leading economists weigh in at NAR’s Real Estate Forecast Summit on what to expect for home sales, mortgage rates, home prices and more in the year ahead. The housing market could open up more opportunities to home buyers in the new year and lead to a housing rebound after two years of sluggish sales, housing … Read More “More Home Buyers Expect Rosier 2025 Housing Outlook” »
Purchasing a new house is an exciting milestone but remember that the location of your dream home may be just as important as the house itself. Before diving into a property purchase, you may want to take the time to conduct thorough neighborhood research. This will help you evaluate whether the area is the right … Read More “Neighborhood research: A key step before buying your dream house” »
