Buying or selling a home is one of the biggest financial decisions you’ll make and the costs can add up quickly. Traditionally, real estate agents charge a percentage of your home’s sale price, usually around 5–6%. On a $500,000 home, that could mean...
Selling your home is a big deal – emotionally, logistically, and financially. And when you realize how much you might spend on commissions (often around 5–6% of the sale price in average real estate models), it’s natural to wonder: “Is there a more cost-effective...
Selling your home sounds simple: list it, find a buyer, and cash out. But in reality, a lot of hidden costs can chip away at your profits (sometimes tens of thousands of dollars’ worth). In total, these hidden costs can add up to 8–10% of your home’s sale...
If you’re thinking about selling your home in today’s market, there’s one thing you need to know: interest rates are high, and that changes everything. While buyers are still out there, they’re more cautious due to rising mortgage interest rates. That means sellers...
Every so often, we hear from customers who are over the moon about their homebuying and selling experience with Homie. We’ve dubbed them our Happy Homies. We bring you their stories in hopes of inspiring all towards homeownership. Meet the Walkenhorst...
Every so often, we hear from customers who are over the moon about their homebuying and/or selling experience with Homie. We’ve dubbed them our Happy Homies. We bring you their stories in hopes of inspiring all towards homeownership. Meet Reta and Rod...
The internet is a wealth of do-it-yourself knowledge, but when it comes to determining your home’s value, it’s best to do your own homework while simultaneously consulting a real estate professional. Recent polls from The Mortgage Reports show that 44% of sellers...
Original Publish Date: Jan 14, 2020 You’ve found your dream home. Your 10+ year plan. The space you see your family living for the foreseeable future. So how do you sell your first home, and buy that special place all at once? Selling and buying a home at the same...
Are you planning to move this summer? Opening a new chapter in your life can be exciting, but moving day is often stressful. Managing the logistics and moving pieces can be a real headache. That’s why we’ve prepared some tips to make the day easier for you. Find a...
Original Publish Date: September 9, 2019 The world of real estate is full of jargon. In fact, if you’ve ever bought or sold a home with a traditional agent before, you were probably told at various stages that the agent would “take care of it” or that you should...
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