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If one of the goals on your list is selling your house and making a move this year, you're likely juggling a mix of excitement about what's ahead and feeling a little sentimental about your current home.

A great way to balance those emotions and make sure you're confident in your decision is to keep these three best practices in mind when you're ready to sell.

1. Price Your Home Right

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We've spent more time indoors this past year than we have for a long time. Couple that with the emotional toll our world takes on us daily and it's no surprise that our health, both physically and mentally, is suffering. While we can't solve all of the problems facing our society today, there is a way to help you stay healthy, refreshed and centered in your daily life. Houseplants, believe it or not, offer a few great health benefits. Some plants are air purifiers, helping us stay healthy and removing toxins from the air indoors. Others add moisture to the air, preventing us from catching colds. Furthermore, all houseplants help beautify our indoor space, keeping us mentally pleased and providing an outlet for care and attention. Above is a list of some common houseplants that are hearty, just in case you don't have the best green thumb. Grab som...

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With lower interest rates, many homebuyers are finding the competitive environment challenging. With multiple buyers competing for properties, even terrific offers are often being outbid.

Fortunately, there are some things you can do to make your offer more attractive to the sellers and increase the chances of getting the property.

• Have Full Pre-Approval – A step beyond pre-qualification, a pre-approval involves submitting your full application to underwriting. Your lender will collect all your financial data and submit for review. This is stronger than a pre-qualification; a pre-approval requires the buyer to provide the proof of their ability to qualify for the loan.
• Increase the Earnest Money – Earnest money is the deposit held in escrow. While the contract will dictate how monies are disbursed in the event of a cancellation, increasing the amount offered can show...

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The housing market recovery coming into the new year has been nothing short of remarkable. Many experts agree the turnaround from the nation's economic pause is playing out extremely well for real estate, and the current market conditions are truly making this winter an ideal time to make a move. Here's a dive into some of the biggest wins for homebuyers this season.

1. Mortgage Rates Are Historically Low

In 2020, mortgage rates hit all-time lows 16 times. Continued low rates have set buyers up for significant long-term gains. In fact, realtor.com notes:

"Given this means homes could cost potentially tens of thousands less over the lifetime of the loan."

Essentially, it's less expensive to bor...

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Some Highlights

• Buying a home in today's sellers' market doesn't have to feel like an uphill battle.
• Here are four ways to make sure you're positioned for success when making a home purchase, even when the scale tips toward sellers.
• Reach out to The Chrissie Barrick Team to make sure you're armed for victory in the housing market this season.