Home prices are rising, which means a lender would require you to get a jumbo loan—a mortgage that is for more than the conforming limit set by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. But don’t worry. Today’s jumbo mortgage rates are lower and lenders are easing up on the stricter requirements. In 2018, the jumbo mortgage…
If your home has the right mix of what today’s buyers are clamoring for—trendy amenities such as open floor plans, stylish backsplashes and heated hardwood floors—it can help you sell faster and at a better price. Here, Realtor.com reveals a variety of common amenities featured in homes that close the quickest—and for the most money. Electronics…
Moving into a new house? It involves more than arranging furniture and acclimating your kids to a different school. To feel truly comfortable and settled in, you’ll want to make connections with neighbors and community members. Here, Realtor.com offers seven ways to settle in after a move so you can make your new community feel like you’ve…
Merrymaking and gift giving might be top of mind right now, but many holiday activities could come back to haunt you if you’re thinking about placing your home on the market next year. Here, Realtor.com offers five seasonal splurges to avoid if you want the sales process go as smoothly as possible in 2018. 1.…