When selling your home, it is paramount that you are able to sell it for the most money possible. Another goal will most likely be to sell it within a specified timeframe. You may not have the luxury of waiting for six months to a year before your home is sold. That is why a […]
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When it comes to selling a home, homeowners have a few options. Most homeowners will contact a local Realtor to list their home for sale and market it to prospective home buyers. It is well-known that this method involves paying a commission to the Realtor once the home is sold. The customary commission rate is […]
Getting ready for an open house can be challenging for anyone, but prepping to sell a house with pets can be an especially trying task. Having pets often means living with their odors and messes, and while you may not mind them, potential buyers could be put off by the smallest of stains or smells. […]
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If you’re planning to purchase or sell a home, you’ll likely hear the terms “listing agent” and “selling agent”. These are differentiations for the real estate agent that you will use to list your home on the market, versus the agent that buyers may use to help them find a home to purchase. Finding a […]
Sometimes the difference between selling your home immediately and struggling through a multiple month-long process is simply in the staging. Make sure you know what buyers are looking for in a beautifully staged home. What follows is Merit Real Estate’s essentials guide to home staging. Visit Merit Real Estate today at www.MeritRealEstate.com or call (310) […]
Selling your home is a huge job – one that you should take very seriously. There are some very costly mistakes that you can make during the home selling process that could cost you thousands of dollars. Merit Real Estate has compiled a list of the top eight mistakes that we see home sellers making […]
Debunking the myths and mysteries of closing costs. Closing costs are the fees paid at the time of closing on your house. You’re so close to being a homeowner! These closing procedures are the last step between you and being an official homeowner. One critical thing that some buyers forget is the option to have […]
Even though there are quite a few reasons to go with a professional moving company, some people just want to move themselves. Whether it’s a financial reason or a point of pride, you’re going to need some serious supplies! Here is our list of the most essential moving supplies for the self-mover. Boxes: Heavy-Duty & […]
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You’ve put your home on the market, worked with realtors, staged your home beautifully, and you’ve finally found the perfect buyer; now you’re in the home stretch! Sadly, there are still plenty of things that can go wrong during closing and create major headaches for you. Here’s our top five list of things that can […]
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Having your home staged to sell is one of the most powerful tools you can employ to sell your home quickly and for a greater profit. However, hiring a professional home staging company can cost $1,000 – $5,000 depending on where you live and how much staging needs to be done. Merit Real Estate has […]
