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Selling your home? Make sure you’re aware of hidden costs

Housing Wire

While a real estate agent’s commission is one of the most expensive costs, it definitely isn’t the only one. Here are four potentially unexpected costs you should be aware of: More for Real Estate Enthusiasts. Real Estate Commission. Are you thinking about selling your home? Staging Costs.

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6 things you should do after moving into your new home

Housing Wire

And no, we’re not talking about scrolling through Pinterest for decor inspiration. Make sure you inspect your HVAC system to see if anything is broken or looks like it’s on the verge of being broken. You’re all moved into your new home – now what? Unfortunately, there’s still work to be done until you can sit back and relax.

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10 Real Estate Tips BEFORE You Sell Your Home

Raleigh Realty

Selling Your Home: 10 Real Estate Tips and Tricks When you bought your home, you likely felt a great deal of excitement, as well as some apprehension. For those that may want to try the for sale by owner route, it is important to remember that even the person who founded forsalebyowner.com used a Real Estate Agent.

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Should You Buy a Home or Keep Renting? How To Decide in 7 Steps

Realtor

Closing costs are used to pay for items such as appraisals, inspections, and much more. Some costs—such as the down payment, closing costs, home inspection and appraisal—are just the price of admission to homeownership. But other real estate expenses depend entirely on where you choose to buy.

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Why Buyers Shouldn't Waive Inspection Contingencies

Eppraisal

This year the real estate industry is experiencing a market frenzy with a colossal amount of buyers looking for homes. Some are waiving appraisals and others are even offering to waive inspection contingencies. Most real estate contracts have a 5-business day inspection contingency automatically written into the contract.

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Real Estate Appraisers Share How They Stand Out from the Competition

McKissock

This month we asked our appraisal community, “What differentiates you from other real estate appraisers?” What differentiates you from other real estate appraisers? I pick good news stories (non-partisan) to talk about or decorating! Yes, decor is a safe-place if you know what you are talking about.”

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9 Things Clients Expect from Their Real Estate Agent

McKissock

Part of knowing your audience as a real estate agent is anticipating what they need and expect from your services. Without accounting for your real estate clients’ common needs and expectations , you might be underperforming and risk losing their business. Manage the Inspection. Be Available.