Pending home sales dropped in July, reversing course on two consecutive months of gains, in accordance with the National Association of Realtors®. Of the four major regions, each reported a decline in contract activity, however the greatest decline came in the West. Pending Home Sales Drop 2.5% ... » Learn More about Pending Home Sales Drop 2.5% in July
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Taking Responsibility
Orison Swett Marden, the founder of SUCCESS Magazine said, “A strong, successful man is not the victim of his environment. He creates favorable conditions. His own inherent force and energy compel things to turn out as he desires.” We really like this quote. Orison Marden suggests that we triumph ... » Learn More about Taking Responsibility
What Kills Sales
The home may look fantastic, however if you don’t get this one important thing right, buyers won’t be buying, real estate pros say: the smell. Everything centers around the smell - the part of staging that too many home sellers neglect. Many home sellers, however, are “noseblind” to their ... » Learn More about What Kills Sales
Robot Might Appraise – Next Home Sale
Federal regulators have raised the value of homes exempt from a human evaluation by a licensed appraiser from $250,000 to $400,000. This indicates the majority of U.S. homes can be purchased and sold with an appraisal completed by a drone in addition to a computer algorithm. A Robot Might ... » Learn More about Robot Might Appraise – Next Home Sale
Optimal Setting for Air Conditioning
How cool is it best to keep a home? The magic number for your air conditioning is 78° F, in accordance with Energy Star. The thermostat setting is designed for optimal cooling and energy efficiency, the federal program concludes. Optimal Setting for Air Conditioning Energy ... » Learn More about Optimal Setting for Air Conditioning