(Pt 3) How to Keep Your Real Estate Purchase Agreement on Track
By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey Why Do Sales Fall Through After a Real Estate Purchase Agreement Is Signed? After a legally binding real estate purchase agreement has been signed, about 7% of real estate transactions were terminated before closing, according to the April 2025 REALTORS® Confidence Index Survey, based on thousands of real estate professionals’ transactions […]
(Pt 2) How to Keep Your Real Estate Purchase Agreement on Track
By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey 8 Tips to Keep Your Real Estate Purchase Agreement on Target Rookie home buyers may be at risk for missteps that could compromise the purchase. Here are eight tips to help you stay on the right road: Home Purchase Tip 1: Find a Real Estate Agent to Represent You Find one […]
(Pt 1) How to Keep Your Real Estate Purchase Agreement on Track
By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey After you have an accepted purchase offer, you still have a long list of to-dos and potential deal breakers to avoid. Buying a home is like a marriage, beginning with a proposal and leading up to a big, life-changing day. First, you have to find a home you love and make […]
In Closing: How to Seal the Homebuying Deal (Pt 2)
By: HouseLogic How Much Will I Pay for Closing Costs? If you’ve heard people vent frustration with the home buying process, you’ve likely also heard complaints about unexpected costs at closing. Let’s unpack what you should expect so you’re not surprised, too. Closing costs can vary widely by location and your home’s purchase price. Costs […]
In Closing: How to Seal the Home Buying Deal (Pt 1)
By: HouseLogic Sign that paperwork. Write those checks. Get those keys! The closing. It all comes down to this. The grand finale. Once you have the keys, the house is yours. (Cue: Air horn sound!) Nice work getting this far. You’re almost a homeowner. Let’s run through some questions you may have as you cross […]
MAXIMIZE YOUR HOME’S POTENTIAL: BOOSTING VALUE AND MARKETABILITY
Home Improvement Series Pt 4 (6 min read) Congratulations on reaching the final installment of my home improvement series! 🎉 It’s been a fantastic journey exploring how renovations can transform your living space. We’ve delved into how these improvements can boost comfort, safety, efficiency, and even the market value of your home. For this conversation […]
MAXIMIZE YOUR HOME’S POTENTIAL: LIFESTYLE CHANGES & FUTURE NEEDS
Home Improvement Series Pt 3 (3 min read) Personalizing Spaced for Evolving Lifestyles Home renovations provide the unique opportunity to tailor spaces to evolving personal needs and lifestyle shifts. Whether accommodating a growing family, shifting to work-from-home setups, or preparing for retirement, adaptable home designs ensure that a home remains functional and comfortable throughout different […]
MAXIMIZE YOUR HOME’S POTENTIAL: BOOST SAFETY AND EFFICIENCY
Home Improvement Series Pt 2 (2 min read) 8 Clever Ways to Boost Your Home’s Safety and Efficiency Welcome back home improvers! It’s good to have you back for part two of our home renovation series, brought to you by MarketConnect. In this installment, we’re focusing on strategies that prioritize safety and maximize energy efficiency. […]
MAXIMIZE YOUR HOME’S POTENTIAL: EXPLORING HOME IMPROVEMENT
Customizing your home through renovations allows you to tailor your living space to meet your unique needs and preferences, optimizing the benefits of home renovations. This not only enhances your day-to-day life but can also significantly impact the functionality and comfort of your home. The importance of home improvement projects extends beyond aesthetics, offering practical […]
SELLERS, BUYERS ARE LOOKING FOR YOUR HOME
(Updated Nov 6, 2023) The National Association of Realtors (NAR) Pending Homes Sales Index revealed a small uptick of 1.1% in agreements for September. NAR has forecasted that existing home sales will diminish by 17.5% in 2023 to 4.15 million before escalating by 13.5% to 4.71 million in 2024. This index is an early warning […]