Are you faced with a change that requires you to move right away? Whether it’s due to a new job, a family emergency, or you’re looking to switch districts before the next school year begins, selling a house quickly doesn’t have to be as stressful as you think. Working with the right agent can ensure you get a good price for your home without having it sit for very long.  

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Most of us have watched HGTV shows where a couple has a certain budget for buying a house. They look at three houses that fit within that budget and choose the one they like best. While programs like this are considered reality TV, the budget that the buyers have is often not realistic. Sometimes they say they have $200,000 to buy a house plus another $100,000 for renovations, when in reality the producers are picking up part of the rehab bill. Or, the buyers on TV have millions to spend on a home on the West Coast — which is just not possible for the average viewer. Not only that, it’s a much different housing market here in the Midwest, where a modest budget can go much further. 

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With today’s high rent prices, it makes sense to wonder if purchasing a home is a better option. However, it’s not always easy to save a big chunk of money to put down upfront — especially if you’re a first-time home buyer. The good thing is that there are lending programs designed for buyers with very little savings, and some even make buying a house without a down payment possible.

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Many people are tempted to try to sell their homes themselves, not realizing all the ways a realtor can help. Sure, selling a house by owner may save on commission costs, but a realtor lends a lot of expertise that makes those costs worth it. A great real estate agent knows how to price, market, and sell homes as fast as possible, and for more money. If you’re not “sold” on finding a realtor to help you, consider all of these things you’ll be missing.

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