Foreclosure is among the worst fears that a lot of homeowners have. Oftentimes, unexpected situations or events could completely change the financial plans that you had, putting you in a position that you are no longer able to make your mortgage payments on time. In most cases, this will lead to a foreclosure process in … Continued
Selling your house by yourself in CT can save you a significant chunk of money, especially in commissions. The average realtor commission in CT in 2021 is around 5.26%. If you’re selling a house for $300,000, that’s $15,780 saved just on commission fees. Unfortunately, the excruciating pain of doing the paperwork, research, and overall legal … Continued
Have you seen those signs posted around town that say “We Buy Houses, Fast Cash” and then a phone number? Or maybe you’ve received a letter or postcard in the mail asking if your house is available to buy. Each of those advertising methods is from a home buyer looking for a house to purchase. … Continued
If you need to sell your house fast because you’re nearing foreclosure, bankruptcy, going through a divorce, or just need to sell and move out of state, that’s completely understandable. The fastest way to sell a house in CT is to a cash buyer. When a buyer pays in cash, the closing process (escrow) can … Continued
When a homeowner sells a home or property, they are usually obligated to pay capital gains taxes after filing their taxes and entering the sales details. The typical amount of capital gains paid by the seller is either 5% or even 12% in some instances. These taxes can put a dent in your wallet and … Continued
You can’t always predict where life is going to lead you. One day you might feel settled in your house and the next day circumstances could lead you to sell your house fast so you can move out of state. There are all kinds of scenarios that could lead to you moving out of state … Continued
Preparing a hoarder house for the market can be taxing and often emotionally draining, especially if the hoarder is a family member or doesn’t believe there’s a problem. Since not all clutter is hoarding, and hoards are not the same as clutter, it’s helpful to know the difference. Hoarding Vs Clutter No one can be … Continued
Do you need to sell your home fast? From struggling through a divorce to facing foreclosure or bankruptcy, some homeowners need a quick way out without sacrificing the entire investment. Maybe you already purchased a new house but can’t seem to sell your existing one, and two mortgage payments are too much to handle. Unfortunately, … Continued
It’s a sinking feeling in your stomach when you realize some of the work you did years ago to your home was unpermitted work. It’s understandable; many people have been in your shoes, made some changes to their house but didn’t realize that they needed to file for a permit to do the work. Each … Continued
When you put your home on the market, you want it to sell fast with no hassle. Selling a home is a stressful process, even more so when time is of the essence. Whether you’re facing foreclosure or have to move for a job, whatever your reason for needing to sell your home quickly, rest … Continued
If you suspect that you have a foundation issue with your home, it can be a scary feeling. Foundation problems are one issue that homeowners dread hearing is wrong with their house. And it can put you in a challenging situation, especially if you were hoping to sell soon. Should you fix the foundation before … Continued
Selling a house by owner is a great way to save some money on the sale of your Massachusetts home. On average Massachusetts realtor commissions cost 4.9% to 5.7%, so if you were to sell a house worth $462,000, the median property value in Massachusetts, you would be looking at paying up to $26,000 in … Continued
Selling a house doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive anymore when you work with a local “we buy houses” company in Massachusetts. Surprisingly selling a house isn’t cheap; there are repairs to be made, real estate commissions, and closing costs, all affecting the amount you get to walk away with. Not to mention you’ll … Continued
They say that you can’t take it with you and when it comes to the assets that are left behind when someone dies, that certainly includes their house. Not only does the house remain but all of the fees, taxes, and other financial costs that come with a house in probate. If a house is … Continued
Your parents’ passing can be challenging for a family, adding trying to find time to manage their estate or a second home can be difficult. The problem when it comes to inheriting a property shared with your siblings is that the house isn’t solely yours, so you’ll have to make decisions together. But, if you’re … Continued
