Get Expert Real Estate Advice

Find answers to your home buying, selling, and real estate questions from trusted professionals.

Ask An Agent

Get answers from licensed real estate agents on buying, selling, loans, appraisals, contracts, and market trends.

Post a Question

Recent Questions

1117 questions found

Advice Topics:

State:

Sort By:

How do I handle a commission-free buyer?

I listed my house and an unrepresented buyer just toured it. They told me that since they don’t have an agent, I should knock 2.5% off the price. Is this a fair trade, or am I taking on all the legal risk by doing the paperwork myself? How do I protect myself from a DIY buyer?

15 Answers

Will I get my money back on a screened in porch?

We want to add a screened in porch to our house but it would take over most of our deck. Is it worth the $70k and will I get it back if i decide to sell in a few years?

15 Answers

Questions concerning selling cost

Need consultant on selling costs. What is the break down? They seem high.

13 Answers

What is an HOA and why do I have to pay fees for it?

Looking at buying my first home and see HOA fees. I know that it is a home owner association but do I have to be a part of that? Some homes I look at are really high. Am I able to opt out of HOA fees and if not, what do they pay for? Seems strange.

15 Answers

What is needed for a land and construction mortgage

I want to know what are the qualifications for a land and construction mortgage.

11 Answers

Can we get help finding a house to rent in the $1400/$1500 range in Suffolk or surrounding area?

Sold our home in Thaxton, Va. & want to rent small house, preferably fenced yard for pets. We are staying at Davis Lakes Campground until we find. a place to rent.

6 Answers

I’m trying to get help on finding the best loan for a specific house ?

There’s a house not yet on the market I want to try and get a loan for it before it’s listed it belongs to a family friend which is why I’ve been offered the opportunity to buy it I am a first time buyer and wanted to look at the possibility

20 Answers

The house I like has leased solar panels?

The house I like has leased solar panels. How does that work when I sell? Does the new owner take over the lease? rnAlso, does that monthly payment count against me when I'm trying to get approved for my new mortgage?

17 Answers

My best friend and I want to buy a house together. What happens if we want to separate later?

My best friend and I want to buy a house together since we can't afford it alone. What happens if one of us wants to move out or gets a partner later?

16 Answers

The house I’m looking at has a finished basement that was done without a permit?

The house I’m looking at has a finished basement that was done without a permit. If there’s a flood later, will my insurance actually cover it? Or what other issues might I run into with this unpermitted work? Will I have an issue selling in the future?

11 Answers