Frequently Asked Questions

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It's advised to hire a real estate agent because they know the local market, help you price or find homes accurately, and handle negotiations. They guide you through paperwork, connect you with trusted pros, and make sure the deal runs smoothly.

If you're buying, an agent gives you access to more listings and protects your interests during the offer and inspection process.

If you're selling, we market your home, attract buyers, and work to get you the best price.

Without one, you can do it yourself, but it’s more work and risk, especially if you're not experienced.

How quickly your home sells depends on the location, price, condition, and time of year. Homes that are priced right and look great usually sell faster than others.

Good marketing and a strong agent also make a big difference.

A home inspection is highly recommended. It helps uncover hidden issues like flooring, plumbing, or electrical problems.

For buyers, it protects you from buying a home with costly repairs. For sellers, it can help you fix issues early and avoid surprises during the sale.

It’s a small cost that can save big money and stress later.

You can find your home's value by comparing it to similar homes recently sold nearby. This is called a market analysis.

We can give you a free, detailed report! You can also check online estimates, but they’re not always accurate.

Pricing it right helps you sell faster and for the best price.

The process starts with finding an agent, whether you're buying or selling, and having an open conversation about your goals. If you're selling, your home will need to be prepared to go on the market, and we will help guide you through pricing decisions. If you're buying, we will assist you in house hunting based off desired location, price, and other criteria that is important to you.

Once you have decided you want to purchase a home, we will schedule a meeting with you to discuss your desired location, price range, and other criteria that you are looking for in a home. From there we will work with you to show you properties that we think fit your wishes best.

Some things you can do to get your house ready for sale are: make any repairs needed, remove any clutter from living areas, clean up landscaping, and depersonalize your décor. 

If you sell before buying, you might need temporary housing, like renting or staying with family.

You can also ask us about a contingency to delay the sale until you find a new home.

Overall, planning ahead helps avoid stress during the move.

A seller's market is when there are not a lot of sellers on the market at a certain time, so sellers have more control over the price of their house.

A buyer's market is when there are fewer buyers than sellers at a certain time, giving buyers the upper hand in the market.