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Home Improvements for the Joy Factor
Homeowners tend to justify home improvements to boost future sales prices and return on investment value. But maybe you're in your home for the long haul and simply want to make changes to your space for the joy factor.
The National Association of REALTORS®, along with the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, conducted a survey in 2022 to find out the project's estimated average cost and return on investment, and the joy score, or satisfaction with the completed upgrade on a scale of 1 to 10.
Find out which projects could bring you joy — and some cash back!
Stroll through the rooms in the following infographic and view research highlights to see what might fit your budget, needs, and joy score.
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What's on Top of a Millennial Wish List?
There are many misconceptions about what drives Millennial homebuyers to make an offer on a property. When you are selling your home, cutting through the "wrong" ideas can make your home more appealing to this highly motivated demographic. As you prepare your listing, the following are nine things that are at the top of a Millennial buyer's wish list.
- Room to Grow
The majority of Millennial homebuyers are around 30. They are eager to settle down and start a family. This means they want a property with an extra bedroom or two, a yard, and enough space for them to put down solid, stable roots. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms within a 2,500-square-foot home is an ideal property for this demogr...
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8 Things Agents Do To Sell Your Home
Are you considering selling your home? Then it's time to call a real estate professional.
When it comes to property sales, a real estate agent is one of the greatest resources a seller has. Of course, an agent can help you successfully sell your home. However, what most homeowners don't know is that a real estate agent performs a variety of other critical duties both during the sale and behind the scenes.
Read on to discover eight things that real estate agents do to help you sell your home!
- An agent uses their knowledge and experience to sell your property successfully.
An experienced real estate agent may have years, if not decades, of experience successfully selling homes in your area. This means that they know housing trends, what buyers in this area desire, and what not to do to impede or disintere...
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10 Real Estate Terms Sellers Need To Know
Selling your home is a complex process. But one thing you can do to make it easier is to get familiar with some of the real estate terms that will be used. Here are some of the most common terms and what sellers should know about them.
- Seller's market
A seller's market is advantageous to you, the seller. It means there are lots of buyers and fewer sellers. Under these conditions, homes often sell quickly and at or over the asking price. - Listing agent and dual agency
The real estate agent who lists the home for sale and represents the seller's interests during the transaction is the listing agent. Dual agency is where the same agent represents both the buyer and the seller. Because it can create a conflict of interest, dual agency is illegal in some states. - MLS
MLS stands for Multiple Listing Services. It...