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https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/360095 A majority of entrepreneurs quit when the going becomes tough, as it possibly is the easiest option. But it those who during such circumstances show their mettle survive. A beginning of trials and falls could have marked another course in the life of young Ricky Carruth. However, his conviction in real estate made him […]

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4 Tips to Determine How Much Mortgage You Can Afford What’s a rule of thumb to determine how much mortgage you can afford? There’s no one rule, but these four tips will tell you. Home ownership should make you feel safe and secure, and that includes financially. Be sure you can afford your home by […]

  How to Negotiate Your Best House Buy Buying a home can be emotional, but negotiating the price shouldn’t be. The key to saving money when purchasing a home is sticking to a plan during the turbulence of high-stakes negotiations. A real estate agent who represents you can guide you and offer you advice, but […]

What to Expect During a Home Inspection From finding an inspector to dealing with surprises — this is your guide to getting a house checked out. The first thing you need to know about home inspection: You’ll feel all the feels. There’s the excitement — the inspection could be the longest time you’re in the […]

https://magazine.realtor/daily-news/2020/12/31/the-top-5-real-estate-sales-marketing-stories-of-2020   Your online outreach may have never been more important than it was in 2020—a socially distant year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Generating content perfectly tailored to your prospects could help you increase your clout, while also being an information source for buyers and sellers to help them through the uncertainties of the […]

https://magazine.realtor/daily-news/2020/12/22/overall-home-sales-rise-nearly-26-from-2019 Some real estate pros are having their best year ever for home sales, despite the pandemic. Existing-home sales in November climbed 25.8% compared to last year, the National Association of REALTORS® reported Tuesday. Existing-home sales—completed transactions on single-family homes, townhomes, condos, and co-ops—did dip down by 2.5% in November compared to October’s unseasonably high […]

https://www.realtor.com/news/real-estate-news/u-s-home-prices-rise-at-fastest-pace-in-two-years/ The numbers: The S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller 20-city price index posted a 5.2% year-over-year gain in August, up from revised 4.1% in the previous month, according to a report released by S&P Dow Jones Indices on Tuesday. The gain was in line with expectations of Wall Street economists surveyed by Econoday. On a monthly basis, the […]

https://magazine.realtor/sales-and-marketing/feature/article/2020/10/easy-property-fixes-to-prompt-a-quick-sale   Key takeaways: Instead of replacing outdated furnishings, consider paring down decorative distractions to show off the natural attributes of a well-structured space. Focus on flourishes in common, small hardware such as doorknobs and handles on kitchen cabinetry. If there are significant property defects, play up the home’s backstory to redirect attention to a […]

https://www.nar.realtor/blogs/styled-staged-sold/how-much-does-that-house-project-really-cost   Your home buyers love that home, but if only it had hardwood floors instead of carpet throughout. How much would that cost? You may field such cost questions from potential buyers, and some new online resources may help you gather quotes for your buyers in a hurry — or at least give you […]