Real Estate

In today’s real estate market, low inventory and high demand are driving up home prices. As many as 54% of homes are getting offers over the listing price, based on the latest Realtors Confidence Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR). Shawn Telford, Chief Appraiser at CoreLogic, ... » Learn More about What To Expect as Appraisal Gaps Grow

Selling a house is a time-consuming process – especially if you decide to do it on your own, known as a For Sale By Owner (FSBO). From conducting market research to reviewing legal documents, handling negotiations, and more, it’s an involved and highly detailed process that requires a lot of ... » Learn More about Save Time and Effort by Selling with an Agent

Contributed by Marcus Lansky.) When it’s time to move to your dream home, the last thing you want is to get hung up with your current home lingering on the market. Hiring a professional stager can be costly, but it’s important to stage your home in a manner that catches house hunters’ eyes. ... » Learn More about Affordable Tips for DIY Staging that Gets Results

Some Highlights Today’s sellers’ market provides unique challenges—and benefits—for buyers. Current low interest rates won’t last forever, and home prices are forecast to rise. If you’re a homebuyer, hang in there. Homeownership improves your quality of life, and the long-term benefits outweigh the ... » Learn More about Homebuyers: Hang in There [INFOGRAPHIC]

The pandemic created a tremendous interest in vacation homes across the country. Throughout the last year, many people purchased second homes as a safe getaway from the challenges of the health crisis. With many professionals working from home and many students taking classes remotely, it made sense ... » Learn More about Demand for Vacation Homes Is Still Strong