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The decision to purchase a condominium or house may seem like an obvious one at first glance, but there are some pros and cons in each category that you should consider before investing in a condo versus a single-family house. Budget, life stage and lifestyle are all factors that might sway your ultimate decision. Most often, condos are part of a larger residential complex of attached homes that include shared amenities like a fitness room or pool. Buying a condo means that you own a piece of a larger community t... read more
You’re ready to sell your home. You found the perfect real estate agent, and you’re more prepared than ever to get your property on the market. But first, you’ll probably need to sign a listing agreement. A listing agreement is a legally binding contract between the seller (you) and the real estate brokerage that helps you sell your home. It states that the seller is hiring the agent to handle their home sale and authorizes them to find a buyer. In exchange, the seller agrees to pay the agent a c... read more
Simply put, a buyer's representation agreement is a contract signed between a prospective home buyer and a real estate brokerage for the right to represent them in a real estate transaction. It will outline the terms of the agreement, including time frame and the services that the brokerage agrees to render the client during that time, which is typically 3 months by default. Some Realtors® will request a buyer's representation agreement before showing houses, while others prefer to wait until a customer is re... read more
While the Federal Reserve is working hard to bring down inflation, the latest data shows the inflation rate is still high, remaining around 8%. This news impacted the stock market and added fuel to the fire for conversations about a recession. You’re likely feeling the impact in your day-to-day life as you watch the cost of goods and services climb. The pinch it’s creating on your wallet and the looming economic uncertainty may leave you wondering: “should I still buy a home right now?” If... read more
Are you a prospective homebuyer who started saving for a home last year—only to find that with this year’s financial instability, a home seems impossible to afford? We hear you. But while it’s true that buying a home has gotten decidedly pricier, there is good news glimmering on the horizon. While the median list price for a home is still a staggering $435,000, prices dropped for the first time in six years in August—by $15,000. And in July, the national inventory of active listings incre... read more

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