The Inside Scoop on Real Estate

Follow the real estate market you’ve been hearing about.

Thinking About Selling Your House

The value of coastal real estate continues to heat up, albeit at a slower pace, with home prices still increasing steadily each month and sales up yearly.

6 Questions to Ask Before Selling a House

Wondering if now is the time to sell? If you're thinking of parting ways with your property, read on for six key questions to ask before selling a house.

Smart Reasons to Tap into Home Equity

Debt has become more expensive, and as a result, the net savings of a cash-out equity refinance can save homeowners hundreds of dollars each month.

The Real Estate Market Has Peaked

It likely comes as no surprise that we've been in the middle of historically high home values. Has the market peaked, or will the craze continue?

What Compass Home Sellers Are Saying

With big-ticket items like a house, of course you’re going to ask around first. So we gathered up what some of our favorite folks have to say about Compass.

How Much It Costs to Sell a House

The cost of selling a house can be steep. From closing costs to commission expenses, here's exactly what fees you cover as a home Seller.

Preparing A House for Showings

While cleaning is the most obvious step in preparing your house for showings, it’s only one of several things to do before inviting Buyers inside.

Get Your House Ready for a Spring Sale

Planning to sell your house this Spring? If you’ve spent any time looking at homes for sale in your area, you already know the competition is raging nearby.

Sell a House First or Buy a New One

If you're a homeowner planning to buy a new home, the most important question you should ask is: Which comes first, selling or buying?

How Much Money to Offer On a House

There's a balance in wagering enough money for the Sellers to accept your Offer, without overpaying or leaving money on the table.

Sell Your House or Rent It Out Instead

When the time comes to move from your current house to the next, you may find yourself asking, “Should I buy a second home and rent out my house?”