Tag: home sellers

The Easiest Way to Prove Your Home Has Increased in Value: Track Home Updates [Printable Worksheet]

Most homeowners make changes to their homes because usually, they aren't perfectly suited to their tastes on move-in day. Perhaps you've added a fresh coat of paint to your living room wall, or installed new hardwood floors, or even undergone an entire kitchen remodel. Regardless of scope, track your home updates so you can easily prove the value you've added to it.

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Harrisonburg Real Estate Market Report: August 2015

The Harrisonburg and Rockingham County real estate market is experiencing some sweet positive trends this year. Sales are up mightily across the board, new listings are holding strong, and contracts are on the rise. Happy sellers and active buyers are creating a pleasant local market. Our infographic shows you how!

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How To Pack Up & Move Out of Your Home: A Two-Month Timeline [with printable checklist]

Woohoo! You've found "the one" and your home search is over! You just signed a contract to buy the house, but now what happens?? Getting ready to move can be overwhelming and stressful, but thankfully the anticipation of living in a new place pushes you onward. And, BONUS, we help our clients with this everyday, so we know exactly what you need to do to get from point A to point B!

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How Does a Real Estate Agent Get Paid?

A real estate market couldn't survive without property, right? So here's how it works. A homeowner (or landowner) wants to sell. The property gets put on the real estate market at a specified price, with an agreement to pay any real estate agents involved in the transaction a percentage of the final sales price.

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