Looking to sell your home this spring or summer? While market timing and pricing are important, another key factor is your curb appeal. A well maintained yard instantly increases your home’s … more

(BPT) - You've made the decision to sell your home - now you want to position yourself for a quick and successful sale. What's the most important thing you can do to entice buyers? "The most … more

Results from NAHB’s What Home Buyers Really Want survey and a combination of Census Bureau/HUD data show that new homes generally do a good job of satisfying the typical buyer’s desire … more

By Lillian Montalto

Spring is officially here; the real estate market bustling with new listings and open houses. If you are planning on buying a home, here are some tips that will make your … more

Attention to detail and proper preparation can alleviate much of the stress and save time for first-time home buyers.

Coby Crump, President of the Lubbock Association of REALTORS®, says to … more

Buying a home is a huge step. Learning to maintain and improve it is a long series of baby steps, sometimes painful and sometimes rewarding.

To help get new homeowners off on the right foot, … more

(BPT) - Ready to buy your first home, or move up to a larger home for your expanding family? Home sales seem to be finally warming up after a five-year chill, as demand gradually builds among … more

By Keith Loria

No matter what type of real estate market we’re faced with, selling a home can be a daunting process, however, with some out-of-the-box thinking, sellers can often find simple … more

By Keith Loria

Thanks to urban living and vintage tastes, front porches are once again in vogue as homebuyers add them to their must-have list. As porches continue to make a comeback, sellers are … more

House hunting is a complicated process. From finding the right home, to locking down a mortgage rate you can afford, it is a process that requires an attention to detail and a well-thought-out … more

By John Voket

Just because it's cold outside, or the days are short doesn't mean you need to dial down your hopes of selling home until spring. I recently ran across some inspiring winter home … more

Interview at least three local agents who sell homes in your community. Grill them about the following:

The worth of your home. The agents should inspect the home and prepare a written … more

By Keith Loria

Getting your home ready for sale in 30 days can be a challenge, however, for some sellers, it’s often a reality. Whether it’s a new job, a better opportunity, a marriage … more

By Keith Loria

There was a time not too long ago when a homebuyer faced with the prospect of purchasing a short sale would go off and running without even considering the house. But in today’s … more

By Keith Loria

Now that the new year has arrived, sellers are back in full force, pulling out all the stops in order to get their home sold. Whether you’re listing your home for the first time … more

By Deanna Lawley

With just a month left in 2012, the number of days to benefit from year-end home buying tax benefits is dwindling quickly. We consulted real estate experts from across the country … more

By Keith Loria

As technology continues to infiltrate the real estate industry, it has forever changed the way people shop for houses. If you’re getting ready to list your home in today’s … more

By Keith Loria

If you’re in the market for a new home, you may have noticed that some of the houses you’re interested in looking at are part of a homeowners association—or HOA. … more

By Keith Loria

Searching for your dream home can be a daunting task, however, it’s important to take your time and do some homework before you even consider making an offer. Today, finding a … more

By Keith Loria

While buying your first home can be an exciting adventure, the process also comes with a lot of questions. What can you afford? How do you get financing? How do you find the perfect … more

By John Voket, RISMedia Consumer Confidant

If your property has languished on the market since summer or fall, REALTOR® Rae Catanese has this uplifting news.Catanese recently blogged that anyone … more

By Keith Loria

When it comes to choosing a mortgage, it’s more important than ever for prospective buyers—or current owners looking to refinance—to understand the wide range of … more

By Keith Loria

After you’ve found the perfect home, made an offer, negotiated the price, had an inspection and ensured your mortgage, it’s time to think about the final walkthrough. … more