Reverse Prospecting: One of the Best-Kept Secrets in Real Estate

Sellers often wonder, "Why isn't my house selling?" after it's been on the market longer than they expected. Price, condition, and marketing are all factors, but there is another important tool many homeowners have never heard of: reverse prospecting. Despite the name, reverse prospecting isn't a sa

A Guide to the Mortgage Interest Deduction

When you have a mortgage, there’s a deduction you can take on your taxes for the interest you pay on your first $1 million of debt. If you’re a homeowner who bought your home after December 15, 2017, you can deduct interest on the first $750,000 of your mortgage. If you are going to claim a mortgage

6 Benefits of Using Vintage Furniture in Your Home

Vintage or antique furniture can be a great addition to your home design. When you mix in older pieces, it can help your home feel curated. There’s that sense of timelessness that comes with older furniture, and you avoid having a space that feels too sterile or like you just went into a furniture s

Tips for Selling a Fixer-Upper

Selling a house that needs work as-is is a challenge, but certainly not impossible. What helps when you’re selling a house that’s perhaps less-than-perfect is to research and understand your target market. Be Realistic About the Situation If you’re debating whether or not to sell your home as-is, yo