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Nearly Half of Sellers' Agents Said Staging a Home Reduced Its Time on Market, NAR Report Finds
March 30, 2023 | Troy Green 202-383-1042 | Staging Key Highlights Almost half of sellers’ agents (48%) reported that home staging...
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Apr 13, 20233 min read


5 Most Popular Colors for a Home’s Exterior
Melissa Dittmann Tracey | April 3, 2023 | Design Trends Homeowners aim to lighten up their home’s look on the outside, a new survey...
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Apr 11, 20231 min read


How Homeownership Is Life-Changing for Many Women
Throughout Women’s History Month, we reflect on the impact women have in our lives, and that includes impact on the housing market. In...
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Apr 6, 20231 min read


We’re in a Sellers’ Market. What Does That Mean?
Even though activity in the housing market has slowed from the frenzy we saw over a year ago, today’s low supply of homes for sale is...
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Apr 4, 20232 min read


Home Selling Checklist: 12 Things to Do Before Selling Your House
By Cathie Ericson | Mar 8, 2023 Getting ready to sell your house? Then it’s time to roll up your sleeves and get to work because there...
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Mar 30, 20236 min read


How to Find a Real Estate Agent: Where to Look and What to Ask
By Natalie Way | Mar 14, 2023 Before putting your home on the market or setting out to buy a new one, you should identify real estate...
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Mar 28, 20233 min read


What to Watch for on Your Final Walk-Through of a Home
By Jamie Wiebe | Mar 15, 2023 You’re this close to owning a new home, you can almost taste it. The closing paperwork is prepared, your...
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Mar 23, 20234 min read


Home Seller Alert: We’ve Found the Very Best Week To List Your Home in 2023
By Margaret Heidenry | Mar 15, 2023 Calling all sellers. Do you want a quick home sale at a higher price, even in this troubled real...
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Mar 21, 20233 min read


Biophilic Design Helps Homeowners Connect to Nature
March 1, 2023 | Design Trends | By: Leandra Beabout Interior design experts discuss what’s new and next for this comeback design style....
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Mar 16, 20234 min read


Home Sales Rebound as Lower Mortgage Rates Draw Buyers
February 27, 2023 | Being a Real Estate Professional | By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey A jump in pending home sales in January indicates...
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Mar 14, 20233 min read


An Expert Makes All the Difference When You Sell Your House
If you’re thinking of selling your house, it’s important to work with someone who understands how the market is changing and what it...
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Mar 9, 20233 min read


5 Stress-Reducing Tips for Planning Your Long-Distance Move
By Realtor.com Creative Studio EnvelopeFacebookTwitterLinkedinPinterest Move-in day excitement shouldn’t be overshadowed by moving day...
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Mar 7, 20233 min read


Mortgage Rates Rise on Signs of Strong Economic Growth
February 23, 2023 | Mortgage Financing | By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey As borrowing costs increase, rate dispersion among lenders is...
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Mar 2, 20232 min read


Bold Designs Turn Kitchens, Bathrooms Into Showpieces
January 25, 2023 | Design Trends | By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Go bold in your home! Brighter color combos and loud wallpaper designs are...
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Feb 28, 20233 min read


The 5 most important factors when selling your home
There are many reasons a home sits on the market racking up days without finding the right buyer. Some things you can control and some...
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Feb 23, 20234 min read


7 White Lies That Can Destroy Your Homebuying Chances
By Kathleen Willcox | Feb 16, 2023 You’ve probably already told several white lies this week. Yes, really. When someone asks how you are,...
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Feb 21, 20234 min read


10 Romantic Getaways Near The Bay Area
By: Bon Traveler | *This post contains affiliate links. Living in San Francisco means being surrounded by an endless array of charming...
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Feb 9, 20235 min read


Want to buy a home in 2023? These tips can help.
By Khristopher J. Brooks | 12.23 Many Americans may be pondering their 2023 goals, and for many, that will include buying a new home....
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Feb 7, 20233 min read


Things to Do on Valentine's Day in the Bay Area (That Don't Suck)
KQED News Staff | Feb 2, 2022 It's easy to write Valentine's Day off as a stale holiday with far too many expectations put on it. But in...
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Feb 2, 20236 min read


U.S. Pending Home Sales Rise 2.5% in December. Realtors Say the Housing Market Is in Recovery Mode.
By Aarthi Swaminathan | Jan 27, 2023 The numbers: U.S. pending home sales rose 2.5% in December, reversing a six-month losing streak,...
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Jan 31, 20232 min read
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