Katie Licavoli

Disclaimer: This article is meant to be used for educational purposes only and is not intended to be construed as financial, tax, or legal advice. HomeLight always encourages you to reach out to an advisor regarding your own situation.

In 2022, 15% of homebuyers bought newly constructed homes. Of these buyers, 36% said they purchased new construction because they wanted to avoid home renovations and issues with plumbing and electricity.

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A deep dive into Buyer's Agent commissions and how they work.

If you’re preparing to sell your Massachusetts home, knowing the best time to bring your house to market can help maximize your home sale’s potential.

Looking to sell a house “as is” in Massachusetts? Whether you’ve got a fixer-upper or recently inherited a relative’s home, sometimes the goal is to skip repairs, get a fair offer, and move on. This guide will tell you how to do exactly that in Massachusetts.

Just as each home has a determined listing price based on the current market, surrounding comparable sales (comps), and the expert recommendation of your Realtor®, a home appraisal is the cherry on top in stating what your home is actually worth. In this post we'll take a closer look at exactly what a home appraiser does, and how they arrive at that magic number.

Termites may only be ¼ of an inch in size, but when it comes to your home, they can be one mighty problem.

From choosing renovations wisely to highlighting your property’s one-of-a-kind history, there are a number of important details to consider when selling a historical home. This guide offers 10 tips on how to sell your historical home to the right buyer.

We Buy Houses for Cash companies purchase properties directly from homeowners. They offer a quick cash offer, and then it's up to the seller to decide if that's a number they'd sell their property for, or, if they'd rather take their chances on the open market.

In this guide, we’re breaking down how 'We Buy Houses for Cash' companies operate, offering tips for spotting potential scams early on, and discussing when a We Buy Houses for Cash company may or may not be advantageous to your selling situation.

With so many online options available to help sell your home, is there still a need for real estate agents?

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll answer all the hows, whens, and whys of structural inspections. We’ll also share advice and insights from top-rated professionals with years of experience in both real estate and home construction.

Selling a home is one of the most important financial transactions in your life. But if it’s your first time selling, or if it’s been a while since you’ve dipped your toes into the deep end of the real estate market pool, you may wonder… where do I begin?

A guide to home inspection contingency clauses.

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