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Commission Changes Part 2

The day that the new broke on the headlines, I recorded this quick 2 min video explaining what these changes are and what it may mean. However, nothing is finalized and changes won't be effective until later this summer. Of course the headlines are not quite accurate, and many details are ...

Commission Changes Part 1

Recently, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) reached a significant settlement in a commission lawsuit, raising questions and discussions within the real estate industry. Background: The lawsuit against NAR centered on allegations of anticompetitive practices related to buyer agent commissions. Critics argued that NAR's rules restricted competition and transparency, ultimately affecting consumers' ...

Will Your Furniture Fit?

When shopping for a new house or condo, most buyers consider factors such as neighborhood, proximity to schools, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, size of the kitchen, and more.These are, of course, all important considerations. But, there’s one question that few buyers ask until it’s too late: “Will our furniture ...

Mistakes Sellers Make

Home sellers can make various mistakes throughout the selling process. Here are some common ones to avoid: Overpricing the Property: Setting an unrealistic asking price can deter potential buyers and prolong the time your home sits on the market. It's essential to conduct thorough research and work with your real estate ...

No Crash and Prices Are Up

Why We Aren't Headed for a Housing Crash If you’re holding out hope that the housing market is going to crash and bring home prices back down, here’s a look at what the data shows. And spoiler alert: that’s not in the cards. Instead, experts say home prices are going to keep going up. Today’s market ...

The Benefits Of Coming Soon Marketing

Marketing a home as "Coming Soon" can offer several benefits for sellers: Generate Early Interest: By promoting a property as "Coming Soon," sellers can generate early interest and anticipation among potential buyers before the home officially hits the market. This can create a sense of exclusivity and urgency, leading to increased ...

Do You Need Title Insurance?

Title insurance is a type of insurance policy that protects property owners and lenders from financial loss due to defects in a property's title or ownership rights. When a property is bought or refinanced, a title search is conducted to uncover any potential issues with the title, such as unpaid ...

Are You Ready to Buy Up?

No matter how much you love your current home, you may still be dreaming of the day you can buy up into a better home in a better neighborhood. Is that day today or a few years down the road? Here’s a quick way to make that assessment. First, make a list of ...

Mortgage Rates Predicted Under 6%

Some Experts Say Mortgage Rates May Fall Below 6% Later This Year There’s a lot of confusion in the market about what’s happening with day-to-day movement in mortgage rates right now, but here’s what you really need to know: compared to the near 8% peak last fall, mortgage rates have trended down overall. And if ...