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What to Leave When Selling Your Mansfield Home
Have you ever wondered what rules govern what should be left behind when you turn your home over to new buyers? The truth is, there isn't much by way of law to dictate what goes with the house, but common practice can help guide your decisions. There are certain things buyers tend to expect will come with the Mansfield homes they view. When it comes down to it, though, your contract spells out everything for both buyer and seller, so you can specify anything you want to take in your list of exclusions.
Here are some guidelines for what to leave, what you can take, and when to negotiate.
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Understanding Real Estate: What is PMI?
What is Private Mortgage Insurance?
We all know that buying a house has its challenges, and the terminology alone is enough to make your head swim. One of the terms our REALTORS® often get asked about is PMI—Private Mortgage Insurance. What is it? How does it work? What does it cost? Do I really need it? Is it tax deductible? We're here to answer all your questions for you.
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6 Signs It's Time to Stop Renting and Buy Your First Home
Buying your first home is a big step, and it's not always easy to know when the time is right to make it. If you're thinking about making the leap from renting to owning, our REALTORS® are here to help. These are the six biggest signs that the time is right to make that leap to homeownership.
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Channel Your Inner Neat Freak to Sell Your Home
Follow These Steps to Get Your Home in Top Shape for Showings
There are a number of things you can do to increase the chances of selling your home quickly and easily. One of the most important is to make sure your home is ready for others to see it. Cleaning and de-cluttering should be on the top of your to-do list. Remember, buyers searching for Mansfield homes for sale will scrutinize every corner of your home. Here are a few tips from our REALTORS® to help you make the best impression possible.
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6 Ways to Use Your Tax Refund for Home Improvement Projects
Boost Your Home's Resale Value with a Few Simple Improvements
It's tax time again. Although many people dread filing their taxes, receiving a refund makes it a little more bearable. A great use for that extra money is updating your home. If you're staying in your home for the foreseeable future, there are many upgrades that can make your life easier and your home more aesthetically pleasing. But if you're looking to add your house to the current list of Mansfield homes for sale, you'll probably want to make some updates that will appeal to buyers and add value to your home. Our REALTORS® definitely know what makes a good impression on buyers and using your tax refund for one or more of these updates can help get your house sold.
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