Best Real Estate Articles

Taxes when selling your home can surprise you and be costly. Be sure you know what your tax implictions will be before you sell.

Dive into some of the advantages and disadvantages of a homeowner association and give you information to help you make a good decision for your next home purchase.

Great! You have an accepted offer. Now what? Here are 13 steps to get you to the closing table on time. If any of these steps are skipped, it could delay your closing.

These main points, along with a few other overlooked items, can make a difference between owning a home you love, versus feeling trapped in a home.

Technology has made the use of hidden cameras so easy. Home sellers spying on home buyers doing showings is becoming more commonplace.

Common issues that appear on home inspection reports and what they can mean in terms of either repairing the problem or choosing to look for a different home.

Following these home maintenance suggestions should keep your home in good shape and allow you to enjoy the home for years to come.

Have you looked in your basement lately? If it's a cluttered mess, take a look at this article by Alex Capozzolo to learn important tips on how to get your basement clean and in great shape again

Take the time to understand how the debt-to-income ratio works and what you can do to bolster your chances of getting approved for a mortgage.

You would think talking to a mortgage lender and getting prequalified would be the first step of the home buying process. But before you jump right in, take a look at this article by Vicki Moore Pacifica Realtor to learn about the 5 steps you can take before meeting with anyone!

Have you ever wondered what makes a home eco-friendly? Take a look at this article by Newport Beach Real Estate to learn what eco-friendly home features exist in today's market!

See what costs are involved with renting vs buying a home in this post by UpNest on Bill Gassett, Realtor's World EDU site. Knowing what costs are involved will help you make an informed decision!

Have you ever heard of an escalation clause in a real estate transaction? If not, take a look at this post by Springs Homes to learn what an escalation clause is and how they work! The escalation clause can come in handy in a competitive market like we are seeing now but there are things that should be known about them before being used.

Take a look at this insightful article by Vicki Moore Pacifica Realtor to learn what mortgage forbearance is and whether you can sell your home during it!

If you want to stand out from the competition when selling your home, take a look at this guest post over on Bill Gassett ~ RE/MAX Executive Realty's site. This is a great set of reminders of what to do before putting your house on the market.

If you're looking for creative ways to add value to your first home, take a look at this post by Alex Capozzolo!

If you're in the market for buying your first rental property, take a look at these tips from The House Guys on Bill Gassett ~ RE/MAX Executive Realty's site!

Tips For Writing an Offer to Purchase in Real Estate You’ve finally found your dream home and are ready to make an offer. Congratulations! What’s ...

Sometimes in life, the things we DON'T do are just as important as the things that we do. Do your best to avoid these house hunting mistakes.

What to look for when viewing a house for the first time is more about the inner workings of the home. You want to make sure that all the moving parts that make a home comfortable are working correctly and do not anticipate any major repair in the near future.

Learn how best to set your home purchase offer above other offers to help win the bid.

By Bill Gassett Are you looking  to get an apartment with bad or no credit? If you decided to rent, your first impulse might not be to think about your credit standing. However, your credit history ...

Take heed to the information in the following article and use it to help improve your overall credit file for a strong financial future.

Are you wondering why your home has been on the market so long and won't sell? I bet you are. In a seller's market, like it is right now, homes are selling very quickly. If your home isn't selling, most likely there is one of several factors working against you. Take a look at this guest post from Bill Gassett to learn the reasons your home won't sell!

Take a look at this post by Vicki Moore to learn about appraisals in real estate transactions. The appraisal industry looks much different now than it did many years ago. Find out why and what those changes mean to you.

If you're thinking of selling your house, don't miss the opportunity to impress potential buyers with your bathroom! Similar to the kitchen, the bathroom is a high priority for home buyers and must be shown in its best condition to get top dollar on the sale.

By reviewing these items before you list the home on the market, you can hopefully spot any necessary repairs and save yourself some grief during the contract phase of selling your property.

Getting a home inspection is something that the majority of people opt for when buying a home or condo. There are times when people don't get an inspection. Find out why you should and why you shouldn' t.

Did you know that not only updating the interior of your home is important, so is the exterior? In this post by Newport Beach Real Estate, Sharon details what and how you can improve the exterior of your home to wow buyers when it comes time to sell!

No apartment moving checklist will fit everyone’s needs, but we have worked extremely hard in trying to create one that will.