The Exclusivity Question Explained Courtesy of Realtor.com When are you committed to a real estate agent? That’s a good question to ponder if you’re shopping for a home,
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What I’ve Learned From Visiting 100-Plus Open Houses in a Year
Courtesy of Realtor.com I’ve been house hunting for over a year (and counting) and visited over a hundred open houses in that time. Let me be clear: I’m
Should You Take Your House Off the Market? 6 Signs It’s Time
Courtesy of Realtor.com When you first put your home on the market, hopes are high that a buyer will step forward. But as the weeks and
Fact or Fiction? 6 Down Payment Myths You Should Stop Believing Immediately
Courtesy of Realtor.com If you’re thinking about buying your first home, that pesky down payment has probably kept you awake more than a few nights.
California Takes Big Step to Require Solar on New Homes
Courtesy of Realtor.com California took a major step Wednesday toward becoming the first state to require solar panels on nearly all new homes, the latest
Was Your Offer to Buy a House Accepted If the Listing Disappears or Changes?
Courtesy of Realtor.com That seemingly endless waiting period when you’re on pins and needles to find out if your offer to buy a house has been accepted can be more
How to Turn a Long-Distance Move Into a Road Trip Vacation You’ll Never Forget
Courtesy of Realtor.com What’s the best way to make a cross-country move less painful? Turn it into a road trip vacation full of cities and sights you’ve
6 Tax Myths Even Smart Homeowners Believe Are True: How Many Misled You?
Courtesy of Realtor.com Taxes are confusing enough as it is—throw in an overhaul like the Tax Cut and Jobs Act, and it’s understandable if you’re flummoxed. But fear not! With all
7 Tax Benefits of Owning a Home: A Complete Guide for Filing Now and Next Year
Courtesy of Realtor.com What are the tax benefits of owning a home? Homeowners might be wondering this right around now as they prepare to file their taxes.
How to Declutter Your Home Without Throwing Out All Your Stuff
Courtesy of Realtor.com Clutter. The mere mention of the word makes many of us gasp in horror. These days, the overarching mantra is that we should all
How to Evict a Family Member Who Has Worn Out His Welcome
Courtesy of Realtor.com If you’re wondering how to evict a family member—and maybe feeling more than a bit guilty over the prospect—well, don’t be so
Failure to Disclose: Should Buyers Sue Sellers for Not Revealing Problems With the Home?
Courtesy of Realtor.com Can a buyer sue a seller for failure to disclose information about the house? As a buyer, you deserve to know about every problem with
Buying a Fixer-Upper? Better Read This First
Courtesy of Realtor.com Buying a fixer-upper is one of those endeavors that looks so fun on TV (thanks, Chip and Joanna Gaines). But make no mistake:
What’s That Smell? It Could Be Stink Bugs Invading Your Home
Courtesy of Realtor.com As autumn’s chill firmly takes hold, if you’re really on your game, you’ve been systematically sealing up your home to protect it from the usual pests that find
6 Frightening Things in Sellers’ Homes That Can Scare Buyers Silly
Courtesy of Realtor.com No matter how gorgeous your home is, it could contain an item or two that happens to scare the pants off anyone who walks through