Repair Roulette: Why Home Warranties Make Sense
Over the Prickett Fence — If you buy or sell a home, a home warranty will likely be part of the deal. Here’s what Chris thinks about them.
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A Shoe for Every Foot
You don’t need a real estate agent to sell your house. But Chris explains several reasons why you might want to consider one.
Read More >>>Out With the Old: Renovation Trends
When Del Webb broke ground in Anthem, entertainment niches, multi-level kitchen islands and gold bathroom fixtures were all the rage. Yeah, not so much now.
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How Homebuyers Can Stay Sane in This Seller’s Market
It’s very rare for a home sale transaction to go off without a hitch. Chris has some insider tips for getting a deal done.
Read More >>>Buying a Home? Line Up Your Ducks
When homes sell quickly, as they are around here right now, Chris says buyers need to be smart, quick, and ready.
Read More >>>Vital Things to Do Before Selling Your House
When it comes time to sell your home, there are a few relatively simple things you can do to make it stand out… in a good way. Chris lays it all out clearly.
Read More >>>Why Luxury Homes Sell Slowly
A reader asks why it takes so much longer for a luxury home to sell, even in a market where homes are selling quickly. Chris says the answer is simple, but the explanation complex.
Read More >>>How Accurate are Zillow Estimates?
Zillow estimates can be useful. But on a home that sells for $500,000 these Zestimates will be off by $50,000 or more in nearly a quarter of cases, according to company data. More accurate, Zillow says, is a “comparative market analysis (CMA) from a real estate agent” or an appraisal from a professional appraiser.
Read More >>>Should You Rent or Buy?
The answer is not so simple. As a matter of fact, the correct answer has more layers than deep-dish lasagna.
Read More >>>Who Knew This Would Be So Stressful?
Want to give your stress ball a good work out? Buy or sell a home. Chris has some advice on ways to stay calm during what can be a stressful event for both parties.
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Hello, I Must Be Going! Folks Who Move Frequently
Over the Prickett Fence: Some folks move within a few miles, if not streets, of their former residences. Having moved countless times, Chris understands these people.
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