Enhance your curb appeal, declutter and depersonalize, and highlight your home’s key features to have a faster and more profitable home sale.
Looking to sell your house soon but don’t know how to get it ready for the market? Selling your home can feel like a big undertaking, but with the right preparation, you can make it stand out and attract the perfect buyer. These three essential tips will help you get your home ready for a successful sale and leave buyers impressed from the moment they arrive:
1. Enhance curb appeal. First impressions matter, and curb appeal is where it all begins. When potential buyers pull up to your home, the exterior sets the tone for their entire visit. Even small details work together to create an inviting first impression. You don’t need to go all out—simple updates can make a big impact. Mow the lawn, plant some vibrant flowers, or touch up peeling paint on the front door. If it’s winter, keep walkways clear and add! ...

Going over everything you need to disclose when selling your home, from location-specific information, material defects, and more.
Are you selling your home this year? If so, you’ve probably wondered what exactly you need to disclose to potential buyers. Seller disclosures are more important than ever in 2025, and understanding them is key to avoiding legal headaches and closing deals quickly. Transparency isn’t just a courtesy—it’s a necessity if you want to be legally protected. Here’s a breakdown of what you need to know about seller disclosures to ensure a smooth and successful home sale:
1. Material defects. As a seller, you’re required to disclose any known material defects that could impact your property’s value or safety. This includes issues like foundational cracks, roof leaks, or pest infestations. Even if you’ve repaired these problems, it’s essential to disclose them. Buyers need a full picture of the propert ...

What you need to know about our normalizing real estate market, including home prices, supply, and more.
“How is the housing market right now?” I’ve been getting this question a lot recently, and I understand why. This is the time of year when people plan their moves for 2025, but it’s difficult to know what you should do without understanding where the market is at. The truth is that our market can be summed up in one word: Balanced. While the red-hot market of the pandemic is far behind us, the market isn’t heading for a crash anytime soon. Instead, things are balanced. Here are three things you need to know about our normalizing housing market:
1. Competition is increasing. There are more homes for sale in our current market than there have been for a long time. For buyers, this means more options. If you’ve been frustrated by the lack of options, now might be the time to reenter the market. Meanwhile, sellers need to reset expectations. ...

A lot of homeowners are confused about why they’d ever accept a lowball investor offer, but they provide maximum convenience in exchange for the discount.
Recently, I received a call from a friend asking about a “lowball” offer they received while trying to sell their home. Even though they had priced their home very reasonably, this offer was well below what they were expecting—what was happening? As it turned out, this offer came from an investor.
In case you aren’t aware, offers from investors are becoming more common all across the country. According to Business Insider, 44% of homes were purchased by investors in 2023, and this number is expected to increase.
So, if investors pay below market value for homes, why do so many people accept their offers? Does it make sense for you to consider an investor offer when selling? To answer these questions, today, I’m going over three key benefits of investor offers you should consider when selling! ...

The housing market is set to change in 2025, which is why I’m breaking down what the experts are forecasting for interest rates, prices, and demand.
Right now, the No. 1 question I’m getting is, “What’s going to happen to the housing market in 2025?” I get it; a lot of people had plans to move this year but put things on hold due to higher mortgage rates and a slowing market. This begs the question: Will 2025 be any different? The short answer is yes, although there probably won’t be a dramatic shakeup that flips the market on its head. Today, I’m going over what the top experts are forecasting for mortgage interest rates, home prices, and buyer demand in 2025. Plus, I’ll share my insights on how you can get ready for these changes before the new year even starts:
1. Mortgage rates will ease slightly. It’s no secret that higher mortgage interest rates have hurt affordability for buyers and caused our market to s! ...