You’ve officially closed the deal on your new house — congratulations! As you prepare to start the moving process and turn your house into a home, a little planning can…
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Grow your database and grow your real estate business with Jen Berbas’ systematic plan for goal-setting, open house hosting and buyer follow-up. You know that feeling when you’re packing for…
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‘I’m close to retiring’: I’m behind on my property tax. Is this a really bad time to sell my house?
“I’ve never been late on a mortgage, so this makes me nervous.”
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Most homebuyers close within 30 to 60 days after their offer is accepted. Your offer has been accepted. Congrats! Whether you’re buying a home in Seattle, WA, or Atlanta, GA,…
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Real Estate
A Super Bowl-Sized Ghost Story: Inside ‘Haunted’ Winchester Mystery House That Sits Just 12 Minutes From Levi’s Stadium
Just a mere 12-minute drive from the roar of the Super Bowl crowds at Levi’s Stadium, the eerie Winchester Mystery House in San Jose stands in sharp contrast to the…
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Selling a home is one of the biggest financial and emotional decisions many people make. Whether upgrading, downsizing, or relocating, it’s natural to wonder if now is the right time…
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‘This is our second marriage’: We’re in our 60s. How do we split expenses if we move in together and rent one house?
“We have been taking turns living in his house and my house.”
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How fast a house sells depends on a mix of pricing, location, condition, marketing, and market conditions—some of which you can control, and others you can’t. While some homes attract…
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Figuring out how much house you can afford isn’t just about the maximum mortgage a lender approves. While preapproval sets an upper limit, true affordability depends on how that monthly…
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6 steps to make an offer on a house1: Decide on how much to offer2: Choose your contingencies3: Decide on earnest money amount4: Write up the offer letter5: Submit your…
