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Stop Making These 5 Costly Home Buyer Mistakes

February 27, 2025 by Mike Cuevas Leave a Comment

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Buying a home is one of the most exciting—and sometimes overwhelming—decisions you’ll make. With the real estate market constantly changing, it’s easy to make mistakes that can cost you time, money, and unnecessary stress. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer or you’ve been through the process … [Read more...] about Stop Making These 5 Costly Home Buyer Mistakes

Filed Under: Buyers, Real Estate, Real Estate Tips, Uncategorized Tagged With: home buyer, real estate, realtor

How Much Home Equity Have You Gained?

January 15, 2025 by Melissa DeSantis Leave a Comment

How Much Home Equity Have You Gained? The Answer Might Surprise You Have you ever stopped to think about how much wealth you’ve built up just from being a homeowner? As home values rise, so does your net worth. And, if you’ve been in your house for a few years (or longer), there’s a good chance … [Read more...] about How Much Home Equity Have You Gained?

Filed Under: Buyers, Real Estate, Sellers Tagged With: home equity, how much is your home worth, real estate, realtor

Understanding Appraisal Contingency and Waiver in Real Estate

December 27, 2023 by Melissa DeSantis Leave a Comment

When purchasing a home, many contingencies and waivers come into play during the negotiation process. Understanding appraisal contingency and waiver which is one of the most significant ones is important. Both buyers and sellers need to understand the implications of these clauses before making … [Read more...] about Understanding Appraisal Contingency and Waiver in Real Estate

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