Inevitably, the main question we’re asked when we begin a listing presentation is: How much will I get for my home? That’s straight-forward enough, and a quick answer could be whatever someone pays for the home. Determining that price is another step, where we arduously review the local market, compare recent sales of similar properties, analyze the current market (Are … [Read more...] about Costs of Selling a Home Sale price and net proceeds from a home sale are two different things.
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Who’s Winning and Losing in D.C.’s Real Estate Market? Low inventory and low interest rates help both buyers and sellers.
When tracking the real estate market, people often ask us: Is it a buyer’s market or a seller’s market? Right now, trends suggest that there’s good news for both. Prices are up for sellers throughout the D.C. region, while inventory for buyers has also opened up in some markets. Along with drastically low interest rates, buyers are looking still more positive news. One … [Read more...] about Who’s Winning and Losing in D.C.’s Real Estate Market? Low inventory and low interest rates help both buyers and sellers.
Selling in the Spring? Here are 5 Important Things to Consider Now
Thinking about selling in the spring? Now’s the time to get the house ready. Don’t wait ‘til the snow melts and warm temperatures creep back in. While these aren’t the only things you’ll need to do to sell your house, they’re a good start to get you ready for the spring selling season. #1. Fix it. Take care of any necessary repairs as soon as possible. Even if you plan on … [Read more...] about Selling in the Spring? Here are 5 Important Things to Consider Now
The #1 Thing Sellers Must do When Preparing the Home to Sell
When getting a home ready to sell, a homeowner’s biggest challenge is often a change in mindset. No longer should you think of your house as your cherished home; it's now a commodity that must compete with similarly situated homes in your neighborhood. That may be hard pill to swallow, but accepting this reality makes it much easier to do all the things necessary to get the … [Read more...] about The #1 Thing Sellers Must do When Preparing the Home to Sell