• Why the Cleanest Offer Often Wins Over the Highest One,Kathryn Schenk

    Why the Cleanest Offer Often Wins Over the Highest One

    In real estate, buyers often assume the highest price automatically takes the prize. It sounds logical. More money should mean a better deal - end of story. In practice, it’s rarely that simple. Sellers don’t choose offers in a vacuum. They choose certainty. And the cleanest offer is usually the one

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  • Mortgage Rates Rise Slightly - But Still Offer Opportunity for Northeast Ohio Buyers,Kathryn Schenk

    Mortgage Rates Rise Slightly - But Still Offer Opportunity for Northeast Ohio Buyers

    After the Fed’s latest rate cut, mortgage rates inched up but remain near 2025 lows. According to Homes.com, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 6.22% last week, slightly above the previous week but far below early-year highs that topped 7%. The 15-year average sits around 5.76%. For buyers in

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  • Beyond the Closing Table: How One Call Saved My Buyer $400,Kathryn Schenk

    Beyond the Closing Table: How One Call Saved My Buyer $400

    There’s a reason I always advise buyers to consider a home warranty - even if the seller hasn’t offered one, even if the buyer has to pay for it. Whenever a property gets new occupants, something goes. Count on it. A change in usage always seems to trigger a system or appliance rebellion. A deductib

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