Patrick McCarthy Real Estate Blog – Advice Category

While many people opt to forgo the "cost" of a real estate agent's commission, the reality is that having an agent who is working for you can oftentimes mean the difference between finding the right buyer quickly, or having to "carry" an empty house for a much longer period of time. There are a number [...]

If you're thinking about making a move, and you own a home that you'll be putting on the market, then one of the very first items that has likely popped into your mind is setting the price for your present residence. This, in turn, can have a big impact in terms of the down payment [...]

If you have been considering putting your home on the market, then it is likely that you will want it to show in the very best light possible. And in doing so, it could be beneficial to "stage" your home. What exactly is home staging? Staging entails filling your home with nice looking furniture, as [...]

Everyone likes to get a good deal - especially if it is on a high ticket item. For most people, the purchase of a home is the largest purchase they will make in their lifetime. So, if you are able to secure a piece of real estate at well below the asking price, it could [...]

If you've been thinking about putting your current home on the market, one of the first things that may come to mind is how much you will be able to list it for. For many sellers, the price figure is extremely important, as it can be the starting point for how much you will have [...]

If you are considering putting your current residence on the market, you may be concerned about the competition, and what it could mean in terms of getting offers, as well as for your ultimate selling price. Today, home buyers have many options to choose from. With that in mind, someone who is interested in your [...]