Do I have regrets about selling the house as-is? To be honest, yes, a little. Not so much about the money — I was resigned to getting less — but because it didn’t save me as much hassle as I’d expected. Still, the as-is status did give me the grounds, and the guts, to...
Selling a house “as is” can be a practical and time-saving option under certain circumstances. There are, however, some important drawbacks to consider and a few steps you may want to take beforehand, too. Let’s learn how to sell a house “as is,” what to know beforehand and how ...
When you host an open house place as many signs leading to your home as possible. Be sure the sign has enough information available that a prospective buyer can reach you. Answer your phone while hosting the open house. Know as much as possible about the competing homes for sale. Potential...
Do you pay taxes when you sell a house? Understand how to calculate your taxable gain, including how to adjust for your home's cost basis, the impact of home improvements, and strategies to maximize your home-sale tax benefits under IRS rules.
A house sale by owner is easier when the market favors sellers, but it is still not simple. As a home seller, you naturally want to make as much money as possible from your home’s sale. You may be thinking about selling a home yourself to avoid paying a real estate agent, which is...
—Jodi Picoult Lila Kennedy has a lot on her plate. A broken marriage, two wayward daughters, a house that is falling apart, and an elderly stepfather who seems to have quietly moved in. Her career is in freefall and her love life is . . . complicated. So when her real dad—a man...
Improving your digital curb appeal is as important as improving your real world curb appeal. Although there’s a lot to consider, these tips should steer you in the right direction. 1. Look at Your House Through the Buyer’s Eyes As with physical curb appeal, it’s important to look at...
This is good for buyers, who are still interested in getting their first or next house. But mortgage rates still feel high to many people, and record home prices continue to be a major financial hurdle for potential buyers, Lessinger says. “The aspiration to buy is evident,” says Lessi...
If you haven’t attended to minor issues, such as a broken doorknob or dripping faucet, a potential buyer may wonder whether the house has larger, costlier issues that haven’t been addressed either. Have a friend or an agent (someone with a fresh pair of eyes) point out areas of your...