Consumer FAQs

Determining your home's value is the first step to listing your home. There are tools that help you find your home's value, so you can list it for the best price.

Every person should have the opportunity to create a home that reflects who they are and what is important to them, regardless of race, national origin, color, sex or gender, disability, religion, or familial status.

Packing up and moving out of your home and into a new one can be stressful. There is a lot to remember and the "to do" list can seem never-ending. Making a checklist can help the process go smoother.

The hardest parts of finding a home are over: You have found your home, negotiated a deal, and secured a mortgage—and you’re now on your way to homeownership. Just one more critical task is left: the home closing. Also known as “settlement” or “escrow,” this is a day when all involved parties meet to make the transaction official.

It’s possible you may be faced with multiple competing offers to purchase your property. Your REALTOR® can explain various negotiating strategies for you to consider. If you have questions about the possibility of multiple offers and the way they can be dealt with, ask your REALTOR® to explain your options and alternatives.

Setting your home's list price can be tricky – pricing too high means it could take longer to sell and pricing too low means a potential loss of extra money. Here are some tips for finding the best number.

Preparing your home for showings and open houses can be overwhelming – here is a checklist to get your house ready!

Buying a home while selling your current home can be a challenge, but not impossible. It is important to understand the process and choose which timeline works best for you.

You have decided to sell your house, so when is the best time to list it? Timing can make a big difference in terms of selling your home quickly and for the highest profit.  Here is what you should consider before putting your house on the market.