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Key takeaways The process of selling a house can take quite some time, so it’s important to plan ahead and stay organized. Start by setting a timeline to keep to and teaming with a local real estate agent who knows your market well. Be sure to take high-quality listing photos — buyers look at homes … Read More “How to sell your house in 2025: A step-by-step guide” »
Key takeaways Homeowners insurance offers financial protection if your property is damaged by a covered peril. Home insurance usually covers your home’s physical structure, other structures on your property and your personal belongings and includes a layer of liability insurance. On average, homeowners insurance in the U.S. costs $2,242 a year, or $187 per month. … Read More “What is homeowners insurance and how does it work?” »
Securing a mortgage for your home is a major financial milestone. You want to ensure you choose the right mortgage and experience a smooth application and approval process. This guide was created to help you avoid common mistakes so you can take a smart approach to getting a mortgage. Mistake #1: Ignoring the Full Financial … Read More “6 Common Mortgage Mistakes to Avoid” »
After hitting a peak of 7.04% in January 2025, mortgage rates have retreated, but the decline has been sluggish, as rates remain trapped in a narrow mid-6% band. The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate dropped 13 basis points to start March and then stalled, finishing out the month two basis points higher from where it … Read More “Mortgage Rates Forecast For 2025: Experts Predict How Much Rates Will Drop” »
Homeowners are in a great position to sell, but that doesn’t mean you get to keep everything from the sale of your home. Key Takeaways When selling your home, the proceeds you receive are the sale price minus the outstanding mortgage balance and selling costs, such as closing costs and agent commissions. The remaining funds … Read More “Asking the right questions can help you uncover potential issues, avoid surprises and feel more confident in your decision.” »
A “perfect sale” in the California real estate market in 2025 will be defined differently for buyers and sellers, influenced by a complex interplay of economic factors, market trends, and regional variations. Here’s a breakdown of what that might look like: Statewide Market Conditions in 2025: Increased Sales: The California Association of Realtors (C.A.R.) projected … Read More “Home Pricing: a Perfect Sale in California 2025” »
If you live in the South then you know how Southern summers feel. (Cue someone saying, “It’s not the heat, it’s the humidity“!) Blazing temperatures can start in late spring and run all the way into early fall. So, we’ve rounded up 14 ways to stay cool, use less energy and keep your energy bill from … Read More “14 Ways to Keep Your Home Cool All Summer Long” »
Story at a glance: Some of the most popular home styles architecturally are bungalows, cape cods, and Victorians. Many of today’s popular home architectural styles borrow from forms from the early 1900s. We explore the pros and cons of some of today’s sought-after styles. Modern, farmhouse, industrial, Mediterranean—there’s a seemingly endless list of residential architecture … Read More “The Most Popular Home Architecture Styles in 2025” »
…Your home could sell for up to $27,000 more, data shows. Key Points On average, home sellers who list their properties in the week of April 13 to April 19 could sell for roughly $27,000 more, according to a recent report by Realtor.com. “This is the right time of year to list to get ahead,” … Read More “Here’s when to list your home for sale this spring” »
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” »
