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  • How Do Realtors Determine How to Price a Home?
    by Pablo Alvarez on October 14, 2025 at 7:30 pm

    Realtors analyze comparable sales, local market trends, property features, and buyer demand to pinpoint your home’s true value. In this Redfin real estate guide, we’ll break down the step-by-step process agents use to price homes accurately. The post How Do Realtors Determine How to Price a Home? appeared first on Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More.

  • FHA Foreclosure Waiting Period: How Long You Need to Wait to Qualify for a Loan Again
    by Marissa Crum on October 14, 2025 at 3:26 pm

    Understand FHA’s 3-year foreclosure waiting period and how to get mortgage-ready again. The post FHA Foreclosure Waiting Period: How Long You Need to Wait to Qualify for a Loan Again appeared first on Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More.

  • What Happens to Your Earnest Money at Closing?
    by Mekaila Oaks on October 14, 2025 at 3:04 pm

    Earnest money shows you’re serious about buying a home—but what happens to it at closing? See how it’s used, when you can get a refund, and what happens to your deposit in different scenarios. The post What Happens to Your Earnest Money at Closing? appeared first on Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More.

  • Are You Ready to Buy A Vacation Home? 8 Things to Consider Before Buying A Vacation House
    by Holly Hooper on October 14, 2025 at 12:35 pm

    Thinking of buying a vacation house? From costs to taxes and lifestyle fit, here are 8 things to consider before purchasing your second home. The post Are You Ready to Buy A Vacation Home? 8 Things to Consider Before Buying A Vacation House appeared first on Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More.

  • What Does a Real Estate Agent Do? A Guide for Buyers and Sellers
    by Alison Bentley on October 13, 2025 at 9:28 pm

    What does a real estate agent do? Agents help buyers and sellers through the process and provide insight and expertise about the local housing market. The post What Does a Real Estate Agent Do? A Guide for Buyers and Sellers appeared first on Redfin | Real Estate Tips for Home Buying, Selling & More.