If you’re selling your home, you may be tempted, like many other sellers, to go the for-sale-by-owner (FSBO) route in order to avoid paying that irksome agent commission. But you might want to think again before you take that step. But the simple fact is that most sellers who work with an agent sell for … Continued
Are you an active-duty service member or veteran considering buying a house? That’s good news because you may be eligible for a VA loan – a loan with significant benefits that are hard to beat. You can get lenient credit requirements, and you won’t have to make a down payment or pay for PMI. So … Continued
If you’re a homeowner, you want your property’s value to increase, not decrease. A host of things can reduce a property’s appraised value. Some of them are entirely out of your control, but you can do something about many of them. Whether you’re just doing it for your own peace of mind or to sell … Continued
Preparing for retirement typically involves investing wisely and building up a good-sized nest egg to carry you through when you stop working. But an investment portfolio, some savings, and Social Security may not be enough to allow you to retire in the style you’d like. There is a solution, though – and that is your … Continued
There has been a lot of talk lately about inflation and how that is impacting areas of everyday life. Your local real estate market feels the ripples of inflation in quite a few different ways. Let’s gain a better understanding of what you can expect with your house on the market by looking at what … Continued
Annemarie LaTulip: Short sale, foreclosure, what is the difference? I know it can be confusing, because they both involve the bank. However, they are very different, and I’m going to explain how, right now. What’s up you guys? I’m Annemarie LaTulip with eXp Realty out here in Billerica, Massachusetts, which is a small suburb north…
Even in today’s seller’s market with low inventory and high demand, home sellers in Billerica still need to carefully consider offers – beyond the dollar amount – and reject some. Some buyers are just too picky and have unrealistic expectations, others really aren’t qualified buyers, and still others include things in their offer that are … Continued
“Housing bubble” (or “real estate bubble”) is a term you hear a lot these days. It pops up frequently in conversations about the real estate market. And you’re probably aware (at least vaguely) that we had one just a few years – one that burst dramatically. So, like most of us, you’re probably wondering what … Continued
You know that before listing and trying to sell your house, you’ll have to make some fixes and possibly some upgrades. But where do you start and what, exactly should you do? If you’re like most of us, you don’t have the cash on hand for major renovations or an all-out remodel (which may not … Continued
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market. Start by connecting with a real estate agent as soon as possible. Having the eyes and ears … Continued
