Purchase
ADUs and Granny Flats Are Gaining Popularity; Here’s Why You Might Consider One, Too
Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) — also called granny flats or in-law suites — are on the rise. According to Freddie Mac, the share of for-sale listings with ADUs went from just 1.6% in 2000 to nearly 7% in 2019. In…
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Why Larger Homes Are on the Rise
There’s been a lot of talk about small properties lately. Granny flats, accessory dwelling units, tiny houses, and in-law suites — they’ve all been making major headlines in recent years, especially as home prices crept up and the Marie Kondo-inspired…
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9 Tips for Single Parents Who Want to Buy a Home
As a single mom or dad, it’s easy to think homeownership is out of reach. To buy a house, you’d need to scrimp and save for that down payment (plus closing costs) — but most of the time, you’re just…
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Homes Are Selling Like Hotcakes; Here’s How to Not Lose Out on That Dream Home
Houses are selling at their fastest pace in two years, according to Zillow, with the average home going under contract in just 19 days. The speed is thanks largely to a shortage of housing inventory across the country — one…
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How to Negotiate Inspection Repairs Like a Pro
When you’re in the process of buying a house, negotiating after you’ve completed your inspections is a big deal. After all, it’s only natural that you would want your new home to be in the best shape possible once you…
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Buying a New Home? Expect Lots of Mail
Buying a new place is exciting. You get to decorate, meet the neighbors, and make that new house a home. One thing you may not expect, though? That’d be all the mail that typically comes with it. Are you moving…
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Should You Buy a Starter Home or a Forever Home?
At the start of their journey, many first-time homebuyers are often faced with a big choice. Do they buy something smaller and more affordable to get their foot in the door of homeownership? Alternatively, do they wait and save up…
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8 Questions to Ask Before Making an Offer on a House
Finding that dream house is only the first step. If you want that home to be yours, you also need to impress the seller, out-best other buyers, and make a right-sized offer to get you there. Are you considering making…
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Sellers, Here Are 6 Important Questions To Ask When Interviewing Real Estate Agents
Conducting an interview is a very important step in selecting a real estate agent to help sell your home. That said, it can be hard to think of questions to ask on the fly. With that in mind, we have…
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Escrow and the Role It Plays in the Home Buying Process
If you’re buying a home, you’ve probably heard your real estate agent mention the term “escrow.” However, you may be wondering, “What is escrow — and what role does it play in the home buying process?” In that case, you’re…
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