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What’s Ahead For Mortgage Rates This Week – March 27, 2023

March 27, 2023 by Robby Oakes

Last week’s financial and economic reporting included readings on sales of new and previously-owned homes, along with weekly data on mortgage rates and jobless claims.

Filed Under: Financial Reports Tagged With: Financial Report, Home Sales, Mortgage Rates

How To Stage A House For A Faster Sale At A Higher Price

October 10, 2019 by Robby Oakes

“Staging” a house means to prepare it for sale in ways that make it more attractive to potential buyers. Homeowners can do much of this staging work themselves and should get suggestions from their real estate agent. They can also hire a professional to do the staging work for them.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Sales, Real Estate, Staging

Sound Advice From Successful Home Sellers

March 7, 2019 by Robby Oakes

The real estate market and all the things involved in selling a home can seem complicated, and it can be very hard to know which tips to trust. While there’s plenty of great advice to go around from many knowledgeable sources, here are some of the best tips from home sellers who have made a successful sale.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Sales, Real Estate Market, Sales Tips

Inexpensive Updates That Will Appeal To Buyers

February 21, 2019 by Robby Oakes

While you could spend tens of thousands of dollars or more completing a home makeover, there are more than a few budget-minded ideas that you may consider.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Improvement, Home Sales, Marketing

5 Simple Tips To Make Your Home Showings Easier

February 20, 2019 by Robby Oakes

Your real estate agent will likely give you 24 hours’ notice before bringing over interested buyers to see your home. Sometimes eager buyers may request less of an advance, or even ask for a last minute showing.

Filed Under: Real Estate Tagged With: Home Sales, House Showing, Real Estate

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