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January 2023 marked the seventh consecutive month of price declines in the U.S., according to the latest RE/MAX National Housing Report.

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Data from the latest RE/MAX National Housing Report continues to show that the U.S. housing market is experiencing a healthy rebalance. The January 2023 Median Sale Price of $385,000 was down 1.0% from December 2022, marking the seventh consecutive month of price declines. At the same time, New Listings, the total number of properties listed for sale during the month, surged nearly 40 percent, compared to December 2022. January’s gain in new listings was higher than any month last year.


While the number of homes for sale is…

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Because most buyers start their home search online, it's vital that sellers' listing photos can drum up interest, even in the colder months.

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Never judge a book by its cover, says the old adage. But when it comes to homebuying – especially with 96% of all buyers searching online for properties, according to the National Association of REALTORS® – the "cover" can actually make all the difference.


Sellers: In the wintertime, when snowy yards and salted driveways replace eye-catching greenery, it’s smart to take extra measures to ensure your listing photos showcase the best features of your home.


Is your home hitting the market this winter? Consider these tips for…

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Smart home features aren’t just in movies anymore. Home sellers may consider upgrading aspects of their property’s tech before hitting the market.

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Remember the Jetsons? They were a futuristic cartoon family with their own popular 1960s TV show who introduced us to some high-tech trends like flying cars, robot maids and “push-button Space Age-envisioned conveniences.” While we’re not quite there yet, plenty of “push-button” smart home conveniences have bound onto the market in recent years, helping make homes more comfortable, safe and convenient.


Using smart home technology isn't a far-fetched goal for homeowners – and there are some good details to know about how different…

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If you live in a colder climate, you know that winter presents some challenging weather conditions, like snow and ice. And if you’re selling a home in the winter, prospective buyers won’t be ogling a freshly mowed lawn or vibrant flowers – they’ll likely be eager to get inside and out of the elements.

Have a home hitting the market this winter? Consider these tips to prepare your place for showings.

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Remember Harry and Marv slipping down the McCallisters' exterior stairs in Home Alone? Don’t let that be your prospective buyers.

Ahead of tours or an open house, make sure agents and buyers alike can access the property. Shovel paths and entrance points, including the…

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With fewer home sales across the 53 U.S. metros measured in the report, home price appreciation continues to slow.

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October 2022 marked the third consecutive month of a decline in Median Sales Price, according to the latest RE/MAX National Housing Report. October also saw 30.7% fewer closings and 36.8% more homes for sale compared to the same time last year. And at 35 days on market, the average home took nearly a week longer to sell than it did in October 2021.


These notable metrics are a proof point of the changing housing market landscape since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic over two years ago.


Although industry reports are revealing a continued decline in home sales,…

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According to a RE/MAX agent and interior design specialist, a home’s color palette can make a significant impact on prospective buyers. Here’s why.

Using color throughout a home can be expressive, creative and hold cultural significance. But what happens to that level of personalization when it’s time to sell?

According to Jeannie Do, homeowners preparing a property to sell need to look past their own emotional connection to color and focus on what changes – like a fresh coat of paint – can elevate their home’s overall aesthetic, appeal to buyers, and potentially increase ROI. Do, an agent and member of the International Group with RE/MAX Professionals in Lakewood, Colorado, holds a BFA degree in Interior Design and…

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