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What can a real estate agent do for me when I want to sell my home?

The data tell the story: A real estate agent can sell your house faster and for a higher price than you would get by selling it on your own. In fact,…

byRick GoodSeptember 1, 2017July 11, 2026
Real Estate

Ask the Expert: Buying a duplex

We’re thinking that buying a duplex would be a good idea. What do you think? Buying a duplex is an excellent way to build equity and reduce taxes, as long…

byRick GoodSeptember 1, 2017July 11, 2026
Real Estate

Ask the Expert: Locking in

We are cleared to lock down a price on our mortgage but would be happier if the rate dropped slightly. Should we wait? If the price is acceptable, don’t…

byRick GoodAugust 1, 2017July 11, 2026
Real Estate

Ready to sell? Step up strong with these six first steps

If you are ready for the adventure of selling your home and starting a new chapter in your life, congratulations! It’s going to be great. And some work….

byRick GoodAugust 1, 2017July 12, 2026
Real Estate

Selling a home is often an emotional life experience.

To you, your home might be priceless; the holder of your memories, hopes, dreams, even your sense of style and worth. But now, when you want to sell or…

byRick GoodJuly 1, 2017July 11, 2026
Real Estate

Ask the Expert: ARMs

With our new baby on the way, my wife and I want to buy a slightly larger house. The house we can afford now isn’t what we ultimately want. We will…

byRick GoodJuly 1, 2017July 11, 2026
Real Estate

Sale prices rise; Appraisals may tell different story

Across the country, real estate agents are reporting a strong sellers market driven by lower unemployment and tight inventory of existing homes. More…

byRick GoodJune 1, 2017July 12, 2026
Real Estate

Ask the Expert: Balloon mortgages

Home sales are brisk in my area and I have decided to buy a home even though I will only be in this location for a few years. My lender recommends a…

byRick GoodJune 1, 2017July 11, 2026
Real Estate

Selling to a Millennial? Make a tech audit of your home

Baby boomers who are downsizing have a great opportunity to sell to Millennials who are upsizing. But the younger folks do want different things in their…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2017July 12, 2026
Real Estate

Ask the Expert: Bridge loans

I have a new job across the country. Now I am facing a problem I know many people have. I have to both sell my home and buy a home. I have read about a…

byRick GoodMay 1, 2017July 11, 2026

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