Looking to sell your house? Whether you need to sell fast, want to know how to increase the value before you list, or what you have to disclose to the buyer, you're in the right place.
The articles in this section cover everything from renovations and additions like a swimming pool which may or may not increase the value of your home, to marketing advice if you want to sell without an agent and what to expect when you get to the closing table.
Deeds are legally binding documents which transfer ownership of property from one person to another. It’s important for you whether you’re a grantor (the seller) or a grantee (the buyer) to know about the different types of deeds in real estate because each one can protect you during and after the transaction. Fun fact: There […]
While home inspections are not legally required in the home buying or selling process, many buyers will request them after making an offer on your home to verify that your house is in good condition. And if the buyer is taking a mortgage, almost every lender will require a home inspection for the same reason. […]
In real estate, the difference between grantor vs. grantee is that the grantor is the person who transfers a property they own to a grantee, the receiver. So why not just say seller and buyer? Because there is legal meaning behind the titles “Grantor” and “Grantee” when it comes to the deed. A deed is […]
Home improvements can be a great way to make your house more desirable when selling it. But not every home repair increases the value of your house. Although some home repairs may look good visually, they don’t raise the sale price because there isn’t a “perceived value” or they won’t help your house pass inspection. […]
The person who gets the house is based on three factors: If one spouse wants to keep the house Who a judge deems fit to have the home if both spouses want to keep it (assuming neither person can come to an agreement) Both people want to sell Because a home is likely the most […]
Closing costs for a seller are the taxes, fees, and other expenses which are paid by the seller while finalizing the sale of their house. And good news, a seller’s closing costs come from the money earned when the deal closes, so you don’t need to pay out of pocket. Closing costs for sellers include: […]
A For Sale By Owner (FSBO) works when a homeowner like you decides to list your house for sale without a real estate agent. The process of a For Sale By Owner follows these steps: Get your house ready to show Set your sales price Market your home Show your home to potential buyers Complete […]
When you need to sell your house fast, you likely have questions. And there’s good reason, the process and costs are a bit different than a traditional home sale. As one of the countries leading home buyers, “we buy houses” companies, we help thousands of homeowners just like you. Below you’ll find the top ten […]