Real Estate Escalation Clause Explained
How Does An Escalation Clause in Real Estate Work Have you just heard the term "escalation clause" and wondered what it means? It is not uncommon for a seller to get multiple offers for a home in hot real estate markets. Bidding wars become commonplace in a seller's ma...
November home sales in Memphis continued trend of slowing market
Despite the plunging activity, prices remained somewhat steady YOY and were up month over month.
Bedroom Requirements: Windows, Heating, & Closets Explained
The Definition of a Bedroom As a real estate agent for the past thirty-seven years, many people ask me about the legal requirement for a bedroom. Are there specific rules for a bedroom? They are usually asking because they have a room in their home that may have the po...
Why a Home Value on Zillow Should Not Be Trusted
Home Values on Zillow Explained Are you wondering whether Zillow house values are accurate? One of the questions real estate agents often get from consumers is, "how accurate are Zillow home value estimates." Home buyers and sellers need to understand right from the ge...
Correct House Pricing is Essential For Success
How to Price a House For Sale Pricing a house in a way that will encourage a timely sale is quite challenging for home sellers and often for Realtors. House pricing isn't rocket science, yet so many get it wrong. Numerous studies indicate that the longer a home remains...
Should I Renovate My House Or Move
Move vs. Remodel: Everything You Need to Know Are you trying to decide between remodeling or moving? There are plenty of reasons to remodel a home - from dated designs to changes in lifestyle. However, if you have considered remodeling, you may also have considered buy...
International Paper announces multiple changes, additions to leadership team
International Paper is kicking off the year with an array of leadership changes.
Do You Need a Real Estate Agent Buying New Construction?
Having a Realtor For New Construction is Smart! Do I need a real estate agent when buying a new home? Inquiring minds want to know. The pros of using a Realtor for new construction far outweigh the cons. It's not even close. Buying a house without a Realtor can be fina...
Average Long-Term US Mortgage Rates Inch Up to 6.48%
A year ago the average rate was 3.22%, less than half of the current average rate.Read More
ALTA Decertifies Several 2006 Policy Forms
In line with prior guidance, ALTA decertified certain 2006 series policy forms effective Dec. 31, 2022. As always, ALTA decertification establishes that the association no longer officially supports the forms, and will not update them. However, use of these forms by Pol...