When buying a home, there's a good chance you will have to negotiate with the homeowner at some point. Your real estate agent can help with this process. But the final decision is yours to make. So you need to understand the steps to negotiating the price of a house. In this article, you will learn how to make an offer based on market research -- and how to negotiate accordingly. Step 1 - Review...
Use online tools, comparable properties and appraisals to determine value and buy, sell or refinance like a pro. Wonder what your house — or a house you might buy — is really worth? The short answer’s easy: A house is worth whatever someone will pay for it. The long answer depends on the market and whether you’re asking a lender, an agent or a county tax assessor. But why take their word for...