Home Stimulus

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Selling a House As-Is: Is It Worth the Trade-Off?
#361
11/26/2025

Selling a house as-is can be fast, but is it the right move? Discover pros, cons, and how to price & market your home for a fair cash offer.


Home Sales 2026: Is a 14% Rebound Really Coming?
#358
11/16/2025

Will 2026 see a 14% rise in home sales? Forecasts hinge on dropping mortgage rates and evolving buyer trends. Discover what to expect.


Buyer Agent Fees: Are Commission Rates Still Too High?
#356
11/16/2025

Buyer agent commissions remain at 2.5%-3% despite new rules. Are agents preserving old models? Explore trends and price-fixing concerns.


Are Open Houses Worth It for Selling Your Home?
#353
11/16/2025

Open houses boost exposure and can lead to faster, higher offers. Find out when open houses are worth hosting in today's real estate market.


Mortgage Rates: Is $80 Worth Waiting to Buy a Home?
#354
11/16/2025

Mortgage rates have dropped from 7% to low 6s—saving buyers $400/month. Is it worth waiting for a 5.99% rate just to save $80 more?


Find a Realtor: What's the Best Way in 2026?
#355
11/16/2025

Discover the best way to find a Realtor in 2026, including pros and cons of referrals, open houses, and agent-matching services.


Refinance Your Home: Is Now the Right Time?
#347
11/15/2025

Learn how to refinance your home, even with bad credit. Discover when and how to refinance, what documents you need, and if it's the right choice for you.


Home Equity: How Much Is Really Yours?
#344
11/15/2025

What is home equity and how can you leverage it in 2026? Discover how to calculate, grow, and wisely use your home's equity.


Pre-Listing Inspection: Should You Get One?
#346
11/15/2025

Pre-listing inspections help prevent deals from falling through. Learn why they matter and how they can protect your home sale.


Closing on a House Checklist: Are You Really Ready?
#351
11/15/2025

Get the essential closing on a house checklist. Learn every step from offer to final signature to prepare for a smooth homebuying experience.


House Flipping in 2026: Is It Still Profitable?
#350
11/15/2025

Is house flipping still worth it in 2026? Learn the costs, risks, and steps to make smart flips. Discover if flipping is the right investment for you.


VA Home Loan: Is This Benefit Still Available?
#352
11/15/2025

VA home loan offers no down payment and low closing costs for Veterans. Learn if it's still available during a government shutdown.


How to Hire a Realtor to Sell Your Home?
#349
11/14/2025

Hiring a Realtor can boost your home sale profits. Learn how to pick the right agent, avoid common mistakes, and know what questions to ask.


Home Renovations: What Adds the Most Value in 2026?
#345
11/14/2025

Discover the top 2026 home renovations that boost value fast. Learn which upgrades offer the best ROI and appeal most to today’s buyers.


Buyers Market 2025: Will Home Prices Drop Soon?
#342
11/14/2025

Buyers now outnumber sellers in many U.S. housing markets. Find out if this shift means home prices are finally about to fall nationwide.


Existing Home Sales: Is a Fall Rebound Still Possible?
#343
11/11/2025

Existing home sales dip despite low rates. Explore what's holding the housing market back and what it means for fall sales activity.


Mortgage Rates Down — But Why Aren’t Buyers Biting?
#340
11/10/2025

Mortgage rates dropped near 2025 lows, but buyer demand remains weak due to high prices and uncertainty. Explore the data behind this surprising trend.


Housing Affordability: Can Middle Class Still Buy?
#336
11/02/2025

Housing affordability has dropped sharply since the pandemic. Learn why more homes on the market still aren't helping middle-income buyers.


Fall Home Maintenance Checklist: Are You Missing These Tasks?
#337
11/02/2025

Use our fall home maintenance checklist to boost value, prevent costly repairs, and get your house winter-ready. Start with landscaping and HVAC checks.


Home Sales Forecast: Will They Rise in 2026?
#331
11/02/2025

Home sales are predicted to jump 9.2% by 2026 as mortgage rates drop and affordability improves, according to Fannie Mae's latest housing outlook.


Housing Market 2024: Is It Finally a Buyer’s Market?
#338
11/02/2025

Home prices are easing and inventory is up. Find out why 2024 could be your time to buy in a shifting real estate market.


Homeownership Costs: Why Is It Still Unaffordable?
#334
11/01/2025

Homeownership remains unaffordable for most Americans, with high prices, taxes, and insurance outweighing falling mortgage rates. Learn what’s driving costs.


Housing Market: Is Now a Bad Time to Buy?
#330
11/01/2025

Nearly 3 in 4 homebuyers say it's a bad time to buy. Cancellations, listing withdrawals, and rising uncertainty are reshaping real estate in 2024.


Mortgage Rates: Should You Wait or Buy Now?
#329
10/31/2025

Are current mortgage rates really too high? Discover why waiting might cost more and how today's rates could actually benefit buyers.


How to Avoid PMI on a Mortgage?
#327
10/31/2025

Learn how to avoid PMI on a mortgage using VA loans, USDA loans, and clever financing strategies. Save money with the right mortgage solution.


Earnest Money: Do You Really Need It When Buying a Home?
#326
10/31/2025

What is earnest money in real estate? Discover how much to pay, if it's refundable, and how to protect it when making a home offer.


Real Estate Referral Agent: Should You Work With One?
#328
10/30/2025

Learn how real estate referral agents work, typical fees, and whether becoming or working with one is right for your business.


Buy Land and Build a House: Is It Worth It?
#325
10/30/2025

Thinking of buying land and building a house? Learn how zoning, financing, and construction all fit into your plan to create a custom dream home.


Real Estate Agent for New Construction: Do You Need One?
#324
10/30/2025

Do you need a real estate agent for new construction? Learn how agents help with builder contracts, pricing, upgrades & more—even when the builder pays.


Build a House While Selling Yours?
#323
10/29/2025

Learn how to build a house while selling your current one. Explore financing, timing, and tips to juggle both in today's housing market.


Do Lenders Verify Employment Before Closing?
#322
10/29/2025

Do mortgage lenders really check your job before closing? Learn when and how employment is verified during the home loan process.


Does an Eviction Stop You From Buying a House?
#320
10/29/2025

Can an eviction hurt your chances of buying a home? Learn how eviction impacts credit and how to still qualify for a mortgage.


Exclusive Agency Listing: Is It Worth the Risk?
#319
10/28/2025

Learn what an exclusive agency listing is, how it compares to exclusive right to sell, and when this type of agreement makes sense for home sellers.


Rent-Back Agreement: Is It Worth the Risk?
#321
10/28/2025

What is a rent-back agreement in real estate? Learn how it works, benefits, risks, and tax issues for buyers and sellers after closing.


Can Sellers Refuse to Pay a Buyer's Agent Fee?
#318
10/28/2025

Can sellers say no to paying buyer's agent fees? Learn what the 2024 NAR settlement means for commissions and your legal obligations.


How Long to Close on a House with Cash?
#316
10/28/2025

Learn how long it takes to close on a house with cash, the cash closing process, and what factors can delay an all-cash home purchase.


Home Appraisal for Refinance: How to Boost It?
#314
10/28/2025

Refinancing your mortgage? Learn how to increase your home's appraisal value in 5 steps and qualify for a better loan.


Who Owns Items Left Behind After Closing?
#315
10/28/2025

Wondering who owns leftover items after a home sale? Learn how closing and possession dates impact property ownership and legal responsibility.


Change House Deed Name: When and How?
#311
10/28/2025

Learn why and how to change a name on a house deed—marriage, divorce, or typos. Understand legal steps, risks, and work with an expert.


Real Estate Questions: What Should You Really Ask?
#310
10/28/2025

Get answers to the most common real estate questions when buying or selling a house. Learn about agent fees, closing costs, pricing, and more.