Just say no to unwanted pests. Spring is here, and that means motivated homeowners are gearing up for the warm-weather real estate season. Unfortunately, it can also mean an uptick in home pests, which can make selling difficult. It's better to handle pests now than to hope a
In a perfect world, you could prep your home, list it and then wait for an offer that doesn't make you cringe. But what if you need to sell your home yesterday if not sooner? Maybe you have a family emergency, or you've just taken a
The market might not feel like your friend, but you have more control than you might think. The housing market is rebounding, or at least that's what most of the experts say. So why isn't your house (or others in your area) moving like you think
You can learn what your home is worth without leaving the sofa. A home value estimate isn't just for people who want to list a home for sale. Knowing the value of your home helps put you in a position of control over your finances in many ways,
You put a lot into your home, so it's smart investing to know what it's worth. Every home owner has wondered, 'What is my house worth?' But without some professional guidance, all you can do is guess. Your idea and the reality might not
Houses usually sell, even if not on the very first try. It's a seller's market, your house is excellent, and you know that you'll practically have bids before you've driven the for-sale sign all the way into the soil of your well-manicured
What makes a hot property? High-end foods appear to play a role. There's the Starbuck's Effect, and now there are the Whole Foods and Trader Joe's Effects. Whichever way you roast, pour or slice your organic purchases, where any of these retailers pop up,
Why move away when you're already comfortable in your own home? Forget what you know about retirees and how they choose to live. A new crop of Baby Boomers is shaking things up, and that means more dollars spent on home improvement than by any retirees in recent
You could save money through online auctions, but lots of other people have their eye on the same prize. If you've never been to a real estate auction, you've missed a fast-paced and sometimes highly competitive event. But what about online auctions? Some services sell homes