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3️⃣ Ways To Save $100K On Your Next Home
Saving $100K on your next home sounds crazy, right? Savings like this are life changing and could allow you to do so much more with your future plans. Believe it or not, with a few changes in your game plan this is possible.
A strategy that will save you thousands of dollars in interest charges and cut multiple years off of your home loan, is paying extra on your mortgage monthly.
Understand that paying down the principal quicker on your home does not decrease your minimum payment each month. However, it will shorten the life of the loan and save you more money than most can save on their own.
⬇︎ Here are three ways to save you thousands on your next home ⬇︎
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Sell Your Home for Top Dollar (without leaving money on the table)
If a home shows well and is priced well, it should not sit in this market!
In this frenzied seller's market, achieving the best possible outcome when selling your home is pretty simple. It comes down to proper pricing and ensuring it's viewed (physically and online) by as many qualified buyers as possible.
Here are the two rules to follow if you want the most money for the sale:
1. List Under Market Value
As you can see in the chart below, there are negative consequences for overpricing your home. Listing it for sale above market value almost ensures fewer interested buyers taking a look.
2. Use an Experienced Seller's Agent
Seller's who sell their own homes receive far less money for their property than those who use an...
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Why Are They Hiding Important Information That Could Cost You Thousands?
Knowing the average inaccuracy of the Zestimates in your area can greatly impact your decision on whether or not to trust that number. People have become so accustomed to trusting online home valuations because they don't know where else to go.
According to a recent case, the company's controversial "Zestimate" tool repeatedly undervalued a woman's home, making her home sell slower than she would like. This is not the only case of this type of inaccuracy happening. Read more about what this woman had to say about "Zestimates" here:
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9 Weekend DIY Home Projects
Not everyone has the time to put major work into their home.
There are tons of DIY fixes that you can complete in a weekend if you are committed to rolling your sleeves up and getting your hands a little dirty! (not really)
We filtered through some of the trendiest DIY hacks & projects that we think will be the perfect addition to spruce up even the most dated rooms in your home!
1. Paint A Room Or An Accent Wall
Painting a room or wall may sound like a tough job, but it can make all the difference and can be knocked out in a day!
2. Switch Out Cabinet Hardware
This one may sound too easy, but we promise it can be the thing to turn your kitchen from average to awesome!
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9 Cleaning Tips Before Selling Your Home
Moving out or moving in? Cleaning is an important part of that process!
From ceiling fans to baseboards there is so much to clean when you're moving out. We want to help make the process as easy as possible, so we made a checklist of everything you should keep in mind while cleaning.
Just one less thing you need to keep track of!
