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Home staging is a marketing technique of preparing a home for sale by increasing its overall appeal to a wide range of buyers. It's overwhelming to clear and sell a home, especially one that has been occupied for years- the trunks full of tchotchkes, the piles of papers, mountains of miscellany. Home staging is not as …

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You have finally got your finances in order and identified a neighborhood you love; the next step is to find the house and make a competitive offer. You need your bid to be the one that will be accepted above all others. As more buyers enter the market and inventory remains limited, it is crucial to be ready for the …

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This difference between a broker and a lender is an important one when planning to purchase or refinance your home. Both are licensed and highly regulated professionals who specialize in mortgage lending. However, the level of service they provide is quite different. Typically, the one you should choose depends on your …

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Refinancing is paying off an existing loan with a new one. The new loan typically has better features or terms that help save you money making the refinance process worthwhile. There are numerous reasons why homeowners refinance: Shorten the mortgage term A shift from an adjustable-rate mortgage to a fixed-rate …

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Buying a home is part of the American Dream, which is on most Americans' bucket list. However, affording a down payment for your dream home can be a daunting task, especially with outstanding student loan debt. Statistics show that the median down payment for a first-time homebuyer was 6% of the home price in 2019. For …

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