Myth vs. Reality: Does the Fed Control Mortgage Rates?

  You’ve probably heard the Federal Reserve (the Fed) is raising rates again. And if you’re planning to buy or sell a house, you may be wondering what that means for you. With all the headlines, it’s easy to think the Fed sets mortgage rates. That’s actually a common myth. But the Fed’s decisions ca

The "Zillow Tax": Why Homes on Zillow Sold for 1.3% Less

For years, Zillow has led sellers to believe that getting their home on Zillow.com quickly was important to sell their home. But new research analyzing over 300,000 homes revealed: homes on Zillow consistently sold for less. We call this loss the “Zillow Tax.”   The Hidden Cost of Listing on Zillow

Who gets sued the most in a real estate deal?

Not the agent. Not the represented seller.    The unrepresented seller.         Aka: For Sale By Owner    Let that sink in.   When you sell your home without representation, you are taking on 100% of the legal responsibility for:  • Property condition  • Disclosures  • What you say (and don’t say)  

Liquidating Assets after a Loved One’s Death

  The loss of a loved one is a difficult time, often compounded by the necessity of addressing estate settlement and the liquidation of assets. In this guide, we’ll explore the key steps involved in liquidating assets after death, focusing on estate settlement processes and related legal considerati