Pending or Contingent?
Each home listing has a status that’s updated by information that the listing agent feeds into the multiple listing service (MLS). A home listed contingent or pending are under contract, but there’s still a…
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Set the Mood with Lighting
Every space in your home has multiple functions requiring different lighting. Even within the same room, you’ll need multiple light sources to set the right mood for the time of…
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House Flipping 101
Home improvement television makes flipping homes look so easy anyone can do it. But the reality is much different. You can make a lot of money or lose money to…
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Decreasing Demand or Supply Constraints?
In 2021, existing-home sales rose 8.5% during 2020, the highest level since 2006 as supplies of homes for sale fell to an all-time low of 910,000, equivalent to 1.8 months…
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Blended Paint Shades for 2022
Paint color palettes for 2022 seem to lean toward soothing neutrals or bright, cheerful tones. Gone are the dark, moody colors of the past few years, as people cope with…
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About Earnest Money Deposits
When a buyer and seller agree on a purchase price and terms, the buyer shows the seller a sign of good faith in the form of earnest money. This money,…
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Life With An HOA
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If you’re buying a home in a community with a homeowners association (HOA), there are some things you need to know. The community provides you with shared amenities and services…
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Buying a Second Home Overseas
As a world traveler, you may revisit a country area again and again for its beauty, culture, people or lifestyle and decide you’d like to buy a second residence there.…
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Built in, Outdoor Bar-b-que Grills
Building an outdoor grill in your backyard can help you enjoy pleasant weather while providing your family with delicious meals. Whether you do it yourself, hire a landscape architect, or…
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Late Payments and Credit Scores
Consumers who make late credit payments have no idea how badly their credit scores can be affected or how long it takes to repair the damage. According to Nerdwallet.com, a late…
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