Selling a Home with Cement Asbestos Tiles, Termites, or Vermiculite
April 20, 2012
in Home Improvement, Tips When Selling a Home Tagged asbestos siding, cement asbestos tiles, termites, vermiculiteSelling a home may seem like a challenge for the homeowner who has discovered termite damage, vermiculite, or asbestos components. A home that contains harmful building materials or that has been treated for termites can be sold, however, if certain steps are taken. If you know your home has been treated for termites or contains [...]
Tips for Selling a House in Minnesota
April 13, 2012
in Regional Real Estate Tips, Tips When Selling a Home Tagged minnesota, rochester, rochester mnWhen states such as California, Florida and Nevada got hit by the real estate downturn, Minnesotans escaped with lesser pain. The Midwestern state never saw skyrocketing home values, so there was a much smaller correction to the market than elsewhere in the country, experts said. Also, Minnesotans are in general financially more conservative and they [...]
5 Tips for Selling a Washington D.C. House
There’s more to Washington D.C. than its quaint historic neighborhoods, chic urban pockets and its efficient public transport system. At a time when the rest of the country is struggling, D.C.’s economy is still puffing up steam because of the host of government jobs and political internships. So, if you are selling a Washington D.C. [...]
How to Sell Property in Alaska
August 31, 2011
in Regional Real Estate Tips, Tips When Selling a HomeAlaska has a unique environment – both in its spectacularly untamed landscape and in real estate. The state economy is fueled by a burgeoning tourist trade and a booming oil industry, and though the national recession slowed many property sales in the last few years, the Alaska real estate market is seeing fewer foreclosures and [...]
Top 10 Tips When Selling a Home
Selling a home in a down economy can be a painstaking decision. Use the following 10 tips when selling a home to get the most out of your investment. Home Selling Tip #1: Hire a reputable real estate agent. Selling a home can be stressful, and you want a reliable real estate agent you can [...]
What is the Average Time to Sell a Home?
August 8, 2011
in Tips When Selling a HomeIn recent years, the average time to sell a home has dramatically increased. This is largely due to the unemployment rate and credit crunch, which are limiting the number of first time home buyers entering the market, as well as the increasing number of short and foreclosure sales. According to the Accredited Seller Agent Council, [...]
How to Avoid Capital Gains Tax after Selling a Home
July 28, 2011
in Homeowner Taxes, Tips When Selling a HomeBenjamin Franklin stated that the only two certainties in life are death and taxes. While there’s little you can do to cheat death when it comes, there are many tax breaks available to homeowners. This article will explain how to avoid capital gains taxes after selling a home. There are many tax breaks available to [...]
Emotions of Selling a Family Home
July 13, 2011
in Tips When Selling a HomeDeciding to put a home on the market can be a difficult decision for many homeowners. There can be many emotions selling a family home, especially if the family has lived in the house for multiple generations or years. While it may be difficult for children and other dependents to understand, a home is a [...]
What are the Best Home Improvements to Sell a House?
In a tough real estate market, many home sellers will find that it’s difficult to sell their property. Whether it is a primary residence or an investment property, a soft market can force home sellers to make many home improvements to sell a house. It’s important to remember that while there are many home improvements [...]