Posted on May 09, 2022
Just as change has come to the taxi industry, the book industry, and takeout food thanks to digital technology, real estate is one of the next big innovation frontiers. That’s because the industry is still operating the way it did 30 years ago - despite the advent of the internet and other technolog...
Posted on Mar 22, 2022
Plenty of homes on sites like Zillow and Realtor right now are listed “as is.” An “as is” condition means the home seller isn’t willing to make repairs or updates to the home in order to sell it. Sometimes the issues are minor, such as broken cabinets, dead outlets, or stains on a wall that could b...
Posted on Feb 09, 2022
The home inspection is a cornerstone of the home selling process. For the home buyer, it provides an unbiased view of the home's condition. More often than not, the home inspection will reveal issues the seller wasn’t even aware of. The home inspection serves as a valuable tool that helps home buye...
Posted on Feb 04, 2022
It’s a hot seller’s market right now, which means that homes are getting snapped up quickly. At peak buying frenzy in June 2021, U.S. homes were on the market for a median of 35.5 days, according to FRED. By comparison, homes were on the market for a median of 68.5 days in June 2020. In other words,...
Posted on Jan 26, 2022
It's been a wild time to be a homeowner. Home values in 2021 shot up around the country, and homes in Virginia - and around the beltway - have been no exception. For homeowners who have been considering selling their homes, there has likely never been a better time to do so. If you’re thinking abou...
Posted on Jan 14, 2022
Is Delaware a disclosure state? Yes; in Delaware, home sellers are required by law to disclose the condition of their home. If you’re preparing to sell your home, you may be wondering what your legal obligations are when it comes to disclosure. Do you have to let them know your home flooded five y...
Posted on Jan 05, 2022
Is it a good time to sell a house? It’s a question plenty of potential homesellers are asking themselves, especially after home prices rose so rapidly in 2021. It can be tempting to hold off selling for another year or two. We’ve spoken with experienced Realtors, and one thing is clear: if you’re o...
Posted on Dec 16, 2021
It's been a wild time to be a homeowner. Home values in Philadelphia increased by about 12% over the last year - and about 57% over the past five years (source: Zillow). For homeowners who have been considering selling their homes, there has likely never been a better time to do so. If you’re think...
Posted on Oct 14, 2021
Disclosure law dictates what homeowners have to tell potential buyers about their property. If your home has been the site of a murder - either recent or historical - you might be wondering whether you're obligated to note this as part of your disclosure. Similarly, some people are convinced their h...