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How Can I Assess A Home’s Value?

How do you know if a home’s price is competitive as either a buyer or a seller? The only way to know for sure is to talk to a professional — either an appraiser or a real estate agent — but if...

11 Red Flags That The Buyer Is A Flake

Flakes aren't welcome in any industry, but they're particularly problematic in real estate, where you don't get paid until close. In other words, instead of merely causing an annoyance and possibly wasting...

11 Ways To Maximize A Small Living Space

Between micro-apartments, tiny homes, and even #vanlife, the real estate industry is taking the saying “less is more” to previously unknown levels. And while we can all get behind the idea of...

Here’s How Much the Most Common Home Improvement Projects Cost

Upgrading your house isn’t exactly a dollar-for-dollar investment. You probably aren’t going to make all of the money back that you sink into an improvement. So think about how long you’re...

How Does A Home Inspection Work?

A home inspection is part of many real estate transactions. Here’s how it works.

5 Financial Steps to Take Before Investing in Real Estate

If you’ve been thinking about investing in real estate, here’s what you need to do before heading out to shop for properties.

Tips for Choosing a Vacation Home

The original American Dream will always be to own a home, but there's a variation on that standard for 2021: the dream of owning your own vacation home. Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO.com revolutionized the...

25 Home Decorating Trends That Haven’t Aged Well

Style is as individual as human beings are, but we can generally agree that there are some style trends that should be left in the past -- some in the very recent past, others long ago -- because they make...

12 Deep-Cleaning Tips for New Homeowners

If you’ve never owned a home before, cleaning it from top to bottom for the first time can feel like a daunting task. Here’s a guide to deep-cleaning your house.

30 Tips for Moving with Kids or Pets

Moving is stressful all on its own, but when you add in kids or pets (or both), it can feel downright impossible. But you can ensure the move is as low-stress for them, and you, as possible.