Jennifer Schmidt

Whether your home is 25 or more than 100 years old, clues to its precise age often can be discovered with the right detective work. To help you uncover the secret of your home’s age, we talked to a top expert and researched the best resources you’ll…

You’re a weekend warrior who enjoys tackling home projects to save money. So, why not apply the same approach to selling your home? By using a flat fee MLS listing, you could save thousands of dollars in real estate commissions*, keeping more money…

You see homes selling for a lot of money in your neighborhood and think, “I wonder what the value of my home would be?” In a changing housing market, the sold price depends on many factors, and sometimes you’re not sure where to start in finding the…

We Buy Houses companies in Sacramento make all-cash offers for homes that often need some work, enabling sellers who lack the time, expertise, and money for repairs to move quickly and receive the cash proceeds from their home sooner if they need it.…

Editor’s note: On March 15, 2024, the National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced a landmark lawsuit settlement that will change the way real estate agent commissions are handled in the future. These changes will “decouple” seller and buyer…

Shimmering pool water in your back yard would make any buyer fall in love with your home. Or would it? Even if you already have a swimming pool, do buyers want to happily splash or immediately dash from the responsibility of it? Figuring out the real…

If you are buying or selling a home in California or considering refinancing your Golden State home, knowing what affects the average cost of a home appraisal will provide insights to help you make the best financial decisions about the property. In…

When old windows, a roof, or a heater break down, making repairs can suddenly become your top priority. But getting the money to fix your home can sometimes be difficult. Fortunately, there are options to help make your house a safe, functioning…

We Buy Houses companies in the Bay Area make all-cash offers for homes that often need some work, enabling sellers who lack the time, expertise, and money for repairs to move quickly and receive the cash proceeds from their home sooner if they need…

With buyer demand dampening due to high home prices and elevated mortgage rates, as a seller, you might be wondering, “How should I price my home?” Go too low, and you leave money behind, go too high, and buyers bolt. If you find it hard to choose…

You’re selling a house that needs repairs, but you don’t want to spend too much money or sweat equity if there’s no significant return on your investment (ROI). So before you pay workers or strap on your trusty toolbelt and dive into your next home…

HomeLight was a home run for us. We tried using HomeLight to see about getting a cash offer in a quickly changing market. 3 weeks later the house was sold and we were able to move without the worry of two house payments. HomeLight was a success for…

A dining room chandelier — the crown jewel of your home — convinced potential buyers to write an offer because they fell in love with it. Hey, wait a minute! You’re only selling the house, not the chandelier, and don’t want to leave your treasured…

We Buy Houses companies in Modesto make all-cash offers for homes that often need some work, enabling sellers who lack the time, expertise, and money for repairs to move quickly and receive the cash proceeds from their home sooner if they need it.…

We Buy Houses companies in Berkeley make all-cash offers for homes that often need some work, enabling sellers who lack the time, expertise, and money for repairs to move quickly and receive the cash proceeds from their home sooner if they need it.…

Your home is like a bank vault that protects your money. You want it to be solid and secure. Safeguarding your property with some sweat equity can help you get the best price when you sell. But first, you’ll need to know what hurts property value to…