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What Is the Real Reason You Want To Move Right Now? If you're considering selling your house right now, it's likely because something in your life has changed. And while things like mortgage rates play a big role in your decision, you don’t want that to overshadow why you thought about making a move in the first place. It’s true mortgage rates are higher right now, and that has an impact on affordability. As a result, some homeowners are deciding they’ll wait to sell because they don’t want to move and have a higher mortgage rate on their next home. But your lifestyle and your changing needs matter, too. As a recent article from  Realtor.com  says: “No matter what interest rates and home prices do next, sometimes homeowners just have to move —due to a new job, new baby, divorce, death, or some other major life change.” Here are a few of the most common reasons people choose to sell today. You may find any one of these resonates with you and may be reason enough to move, even t...

  As winter approaches, I've put together a few reminders about how to prepare ourselves and our homes for the coming winter. Let me know if there is anything I've missed! Winterize Windows   - As night-time temperatures descend into the low 70s, take the time to check your window screens for holes. When you're lying in bed at night enjoying the gentle gulf breeze through your open windows, the last thing you'll want is a stray lightning bug landing on your nose! Stock Up On Supplies   - Don't be caught with an empty pantry when refugees (or, rather, "visiting friends and family") begin to arrive. Make sure your poolside bar is well stocked, your grill has enough propane in the tank, and your beach bag has plenty of extra towels and sunscreen. Locate Warm Clothing   - It is unpleasant to imagine the unthinkable, but it is possible we could experience the icy winds of winter. Temperatures as low as 68 or even 65 degrees have been known to happen. Spend an a...

...and what you can learn from their experience. I think most of us have known at least one person for whom the process of selling their home was long and frustrating. Perhaps it was a beautiful home in a beautiful neighborhood, one that left you scratching your head and trying to imagine why it did not sell immediately. The truth is, selling your home shouldn't be difficult - particularly in today's market and with the right real estate professional to assist you.  A qualified and experienced agent will provide the guidance you need to avoid these common obstacles that likely caused problems for your friend: Did they limit potential buyers' access to their home? One of the biggest mistakes you can make when selling your house is restricting the days and times when potential buyers can tour it. Being flexible with your schedule is important when you're selling your house, even though it might feel a bit stressful to drop everything and leave when buyers want to see it. ...