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Trying to Decide Whether or Not to Sell Your Home? Here Are 5 Key Questions to Ask Yourself
bySelling a home, especially one with sentimental value, is never an easy decision to make. There are many factors that go into determining if the home is ready to be listed and if the seller is actually ready to part with it.
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Solar Roof Panels: A Mainstream Option For Homeowners?
byDo rooftop solar panels add value to a home, and are they cost-effective in terms of energy savings? The short answer is yes, say the experts. Although more than a million U.S. homes boasted solar panels in 2016, the percentage of solar-equipped households is still miniscule.
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Why a Buyer Needs An Independent Inspection at Closing
byMany sellers hire inspectors and appraisers to value their home prior to placing it on the market. It’s important for buyers to hire their own inspector to get an independent opinion. If a buyer orders an inspection before the sale goes through, the seller may have to resolve any issues that arise. If you forego the inspection, you inherit any problems that come with the house.
6 Ways To Find the Right Neighborhood For Your Lifestyle
byChoosing a neighborhood you live in is almost as important as the house you buy. The right neighborhood can make your house feel even more like a home. But how do you find the right neighborhood to shop for your next home?
What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – December 10th, 2018
byLast week’s economic reports included readings on construction spending and Labor Department readings on private and public jobs growth. The Consumer Sentiment Index was released along with weekly readings on mortgage rates and new jobless claims.
4 Important Reasons Why You Should Consider Buying A Green Home
byBuying a home is one of the most important decisions you can make. There are many decisions involved in choosing the right home from picking a real estate agent, to figuring out what type of home will suit your needs. You want the right sized rooms, a floor plan that fits your family, and certain home features you know you can’t live without.
Newest Home Pricing Data Shows Homes Becoming More Attainable Across The Country
byCase-Shiller’s 20-city home price index for September reported the lowest pace of year-over-year home price growth in almost two years.