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By Meghan Belnap It seems like everyone is trying to sell their house today. With so many homes available, it's critical that you find a way to make your house stand out from the crowd. To sell your home quickly, try these four tips to get your listing noticed: Take lots of pictures Open houses and walk-throughs are great for selling, but you need something to...

Posted on Dec 24 2019 - 10:19am by Housecall
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By Jeffrey Fagan For many people, holiday to-dos include shopping, celebrating with friends and family and keeping the kids entertained over winter break. Selling your home during the holiday season may not be high on the to-do list, but there are some really good reasons why it should be for anyone considering selling. There are many benefits to selling your home...

By Anita Ginsburg Having a pest problem in your home, although irritating, happens more often than you may think. Likely, every homeowner will experience battling pests at some point. Related: Pests Causing Property Damage? 4 Warning Signs to Look For Although you've probably heard of people having rat and roach infestations, people often forget about termites because...

The holidays are approaching and that means it's crunch time to get your gift-giving strategy finalized. In real estate, agents typically give their clients things like branded products, baked goods and other items that help build their brand more than say "Thank you for choosing us." But there are methods of gift-giving that are more meaningful. These can include: Donating...

RISMedia and Quicken Loans have teamed up again to get a fresh take on your views, familiarity and expectations of mortgage lenders. How involved do you expect to be in your client’s mortgage process? How much does their technology play a role? And most important, what can a lender do to be of greater value to you? Take our short survey below and we will report...

Are you considering buying a foreclosure or bank-owned home? It can be tempting to look at foreclosed properties if you want a bargain, but are the lower prices really worth the potential problems? A different approach is needed when you are looking to buy a foreclosed house. Below are some tips and tricks to make the process smoother. It's essential to know that...

By Brooke Chaplan Desert living can be a life-changing experience for homeowners seeking a getaway from the daily stress of living in the city. Though living in the desert, in states like Arizona and New Mexico, may seem a bit extreme to some, a few upgrades can turn any house in the desert into a dream house. Consider the following suggestions: Water Purification...

By Marquis Matson Before committing to purchase, people want to get a feel of the properties they intend to spend their hard-earned cash on. What better platform to showcase this than on Instagram? With over a billion users monthly, Instagram is undoubtedly one of the best social media platforms if you're looking to grow your real estate business. Through your photos,...

Posted on Dec 9 2019 - 2:51pm by Housecall
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By Meghan Belnap Retirement looks very different than it did even a few decades ago. Today's seniors are more active and most are looking for new opportunities after retirement. It makes sense, then, to consider these reasons why so many seniors are choosing to live in communities instead of more traditional retirement locations: Homeownership One of the most attractive...

Why Have a Buyer's Agent When Purchasing a House? Buying a house is one of the most significant undertakings you'll make in your entire life. It's not simply about finding the right home for you and your family; more than anything, buying a house is about making the right financial investment on a long-term basis. Before you even put down your earnest money deposit,...