The National Association of realtors is proud to support those who serve our country on their journey to achieve the American Dream of homeownership. On August 10, 2024, the VA enacted a temporary policy allowing buyers with VA home loans to pay for real estate professional representation.

A short sale happens when a lender agrees to let a property sell for less than what is owed, often due to financial hardship or market conditions. It is a form of pre-foreclosure and may offer buyers a discounted purchase price.

If you are financing your home purchase, you will likely be required to get a home appraisal as one of the steps between signing and closing.

The real estate market constantly shifts, and knowing whether conditions favor buyers or sellers can help you make smarter, more confident decisions.

Once you decide to sell your home, you might have questions about how to prepare it for listing and viewing by potential buyers. An agent who is a realtor can guide you through this process.

When looking to purchase property, buyers may consider purchasing a plot of land or a new construction project instead of an existing home.

In many housing markets, homeowners’ associations (HOAs) and other community associations can be a part of the homebuying (and owning) experience. HOAs are organizations in residential communities that create and enforce rules for the properties and residents within their purview

A home is a long-term financial asset. Estate planning helps you prepare for the future by deciding what happens to your home and other assets if you can no longer care for them.

Title fraud is a serious crime that can be overlooked and result in a property owner unknowingly losing the title of their property. Here’s what you need to know about title fraud, how it happens, who’s most at risk, and how you can prevent it from happening to you.

Essentially, a repair escrow is an agreement between the Buyer and Seller to set aside money to complete required repairs after the transaction closes. The lender or title company (“escrow holder”) holds the funds until the agreed upon repairs are completed.