For Sellers

In real estate, a good first impression is key. If the outside of a house looks welcoming, more people will want to come in and see it.

If you’re planning to move soon, you might be wondering if there'll be more homes to choose from, where prices and mortgage rates are headed, and how to navigate today’s market.

With the number of new listings going up and average days on market going down, buyers may have more options, but will still want to move fast.

Thinking about selling your house and wondering if now’s a good time to do it?

Wondering if now’s a good time to sell your house?

If you’re taking a look at your expenses as you retire, saving money where you can has a lot of appeal.

If you’re gearing up to sell your house this spring, one of the early conversations you’ll have with your agent is about how much access you want to give buyers.

Some Highlights

• As you get ready to sell your house, there are specific things you can add to your to-do list.
• These include decluttering, taking down personal photos and items, and power washing outdoor surfaces.

Many people are reaching the point in their lives when they need to decide where they want to live when they retire. If you’re a homeowner approaching this stage, you have several options to explore. Jessica Lautz, Deputy Chief Economist and Vice President of Research at the National Association of Realtors (NAR), says:

The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply: