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What are the top reasons why people need real estate agents today? As someone who has watched many buyers navigate the housing market, I’d say real estate agents are still incredibly valuable, especially when making one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. Here are the top reasons people continue to rely on real … Read more
Why might a seller refuse to close on a house sale, and how can a buyer prepare for this possibility in advance? One of the biggest misconceptions in real estate is that once a purchase agreement is signed, the deal is guaranteed to close. In reality, there are situations where a seller may refuse or … Read more
If a house has been on the market for a long time, can I be more aggressive in asking for repairs after an inspection? Yes, sometimes you can be more aggressive with repair requests when a home has been on the market for a long time, but “strategic” is usually better than “aggressive.” A house … Read more
Should I buy a house in a better school district or the house I love? This is one of those real estate decisions where there isn’t a universally “right” answer, only the right answer for your life. A lot of buyers assume they must choose the better school district, even if they don’t love the … Read more
What are the most and least common instances of concessions in the housing market, according to Redfin? If you’re a home buyer, this is actually encouraging news. According to Redfin, seller concessions are becoming increasingly common as many markets shift in favor of buyers. A concession is anything a seller offers to help reduce a … Read more