Real estate commissions and other fees can consume up to 10 percent of the sale price of a home. Here’s an overview of all of the costs sellers should prepare for: Real estate commission The real estate commission is usually the biggest fee a seller pays, it adds up to be 6% of the sale …
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Thinking about putting your house up for rent but have no idea how to price it? In the past most landlords would use an agent to list their rental property on the MLS, as well as run comps to figure out what the current rental rate needed to be. With so many new services that …
Selling your house is a multi-step process that can take weeks, if not months. From the prepping and staging to showings and all that closing paperwork. But the biggest factor is how long your house will sit on the market. The average time it takes to sell a house in Texas in 2021 is 91 …
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How do I learn about current market trends for houses in my area? Getting to know your local housing market just takes a bit of research. A great resource for looking at market trends in your area is https://www.rockethomes.com/real-estate-trends We break down how to analyze the data on this site below. Once you get to …
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In the age of Zillow, Trulia, and Redfin, it’s easy to assume that you don’t need a Realtor to help you sell your home. However if you have a home in great condition there are many benefits to hiring an agent! You will probably make more money Selling your home For Sale By Owner makes …
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What is a temporary leaseback? How does it work? What is a temporary leaseback? A seller leaseback, also called a sale leaseback or rent back, is a transaction in which the seller sells the property and then leases back the property from the new owner. Why would I need a leaseback? The Seller’s temporary lease …
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I am thinking about renting out my Homestead What are the pros and cons? Not ready to sell your home yet and considering renting it out in the interim? We put together a short list of pros and cons to help you weigh your options. Pros Renting can provide you with extra income, as long …
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Staging your home to sell when you still live there! In an ideal world you’d be selling your house after you’ve moved out. But in the real world? You might still live there. We understand that and put together a helpful list of prepping your home for listing. Step 1: Move out, but not physically. …
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How do I read a HUD1 Settlement Statement as a seller? A blank copy of a settlement statement can be found HERE. A Settlement Statement also known as a HUD-1 is a standard form that serves as your final accounting of all of the costs that are associated with your home purchase or sale. This …
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How can I estimate what repairs on my house will cost? A good resource to estimate potential costs on home repairs/remodels is https://www.homeadvisor.com/cost/ Below we outline the costs of some of the most common home repairs that are not cosmetic and necessary wether you plan to sell the home or continue to live in it. …
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