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Uncategorized Agency and Non-Agency Relationships Agency and Non-Agency Relationships NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available. When you are looking to buy or sell a home, you may hear about different types of relationships— agency and […]
Uncategorized Escrow and Earnest Money Consumer Guide: Escrow and Earnest Money NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available. One of the steps between signing and closing on a home is when homebuyers typically deposit money into an escrow […]
Finance How to Move Past Student Debt — and Into a Home How to Move Past Student Debt — and Into a Home By: Leanne Potts Published: August 25, 2022 You’ve got options, like repayment help from your employer and coaching from a mortgage broker.   You want to buy a house. But you’re worried you won’t qualify for a mortgage because of your student loan debt. You’re […]
Uncategorized 10 Tips to Save Money and Energy When you do Laundry 10 Tips to Save Money and Energy When You Do Laundry By: Douglas Trattner Most families do more than 400 loads of laundry a year, costing upwards of $600. Trim those costs with these energy-saving tricks.   Here’s a fun laundry room fact: The average American family washes 300 loads of laundry a year, spending as much as […]
Uncategorized Homebuyers: Here’s what the NAR Settlement Means for You NAR Settlement: Get the Facts Homebuyers: Here’s What the NAR Settlement Means for You Share Buying a home is one of the largest financial transactions most people will ever undertake. Agents who are REALTORS® are a trusted source of advice and stand ready to help you navigate your homebuying journey and make the choices that […]
Clean Tips How to Clean Some Surprising Things in Your Washing Machine How to Clean Some Surprising Things in Your Washing Machine By: Leanne Potts Car floor mats in the washer? Usually, yep.   Sometimes we learn from trial and error. But when it comes to a pricey appliance you use a lot, like a washing machine, you don’t want to take chances with the laundry you put […]
Uncategorized What the NAR Settlement Means for Home Buyers and Sellers NAR Settlement: Get the Facts What the NAR Settlement Means for Home Buyers and Sellers Updated May 24, 2024 On March 15, The National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) reached an agreement with plaintiffs that would, if approved by the court, end litigation of claims brought on behalf of home sellers related to broker commissions. The […]
Uncategorized Consumer Guide: Mortgages and Financing Consumer Guide: Mortgages and Financing Share NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available. Buying a home is one of the largest personal and financial decisions you can make. For many buyers, […]
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Uncategorized Consumer Guide: Buying Your First Home Consumer Guide: Buying Your First Home Share NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available. So, you’re ready to find your first home. But where do you begin? And what resources are […]
Uncategorized Consumer Guide: What Veterans Need to Know about Buying a Home Consumer Guide: What Veterans Need To Know about Buying a Home Share NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available. The National Association of REALTORS® is proud to support those who serve […]
Uncategorized Consumer Guide to Open Houses and Written Agreements Consumer Guide to Open Houses and Written Agreements Share NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available. As of August 17, 2024, many real estate professionals nationwide will be asking buyers to […]
Uncategorized Consumer Guide to Written Buyer Agreements Consumer Guide to Written Buyer Agreements Share NOTE: Consumer guides do not constitute any change in NAR policy. Real estate professionals must ensure they market properties consistent with relevant MLS rules and educate sellers on the choices available. If you’re a homebuyer working with an agent who is a REALTOR®, it means you are working with […]
Home Maintenance How To Remove Paint (from Almost Anything) How To Remove Paint (from Almost Anything) By: HouseLogic Now you’ll be ready to have a paint-removing party for every nook and cranny in your home.   Paint removal can be tricky, particularly in older homes, on ornate fixtures with many layers built up over the years, or in hard-to-reach spaces. Despite the potential challenges, a […]
Fireplaces Home Trends for 2025: Value – Added Insights Home Trends for 2025: Value-Added Insights By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Published: December 20, 2024 Real estate pros and home designers weigh in on hot home design trends that may have timeless appeal – and the ones you need to approach with caution. Home trends can be hot one minute but not so hot the next. So, […]
Fireplaces Home Weatherization and Weatherproofing Guide: Protect Your Home From Storms and Extreme Weather Home Weatherization and Weatherproofing Guide: Protect Your Home From Storms and Extreme Weather By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Published: October 31, 2024 Find practical ideas to better protect your home against whatever nature throws your way. One of the latest buzzwords in home maintenance is weatherproofing — equipping your home to better withstand heavy rains, wind, snow, […]
Uncategorized Make an offer like a boss Make an Offer Like a Boss By: HouseLogic These 10 money- and time-saving steps can help you craft a winning bid. Ah, the offer! Cinematically speaking, this is a key turning point. We’d forgive you if you imagined, say, putting a hand on your agent’s shoulder and whispering (in your best Vito Corleone) that you’re going […]
Fireplaces Is Mold Covered by Insurance? A guide for Homeowners Is Mold Covered by Insurance? A Guide for Homeowners By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Published: October 31, 2024 Know what’s covered — and what’s not — when it comes to mold issues in the home. Mold is the dirty little secret many households don’t want to talk about. You can find it lurking in damp corners, under […]
Fireplaces Types of Fireplaces and the Pros and Cons of Each Types of Fireplaces and the Pros and Cons of Each By: Stacey Freed Published: December 17, 2024 Before you cozy up to your dream fireplace, explore the various types and options available to find the perfect fit for your home and lifestyle. When’s the last time you chose to sit in front of your furnace for […]