Author Archives: thepierrottgroup

There’s quite a bit to know about home equity, especially if you plan to borrow from it. Let’s take a look at what home equity is and how it grows over time.

How do people find properties and buy a house before it’s listed on the MLS? Most importantly, how can your real estate agent help you facilitate this?

Is homeowners insurance tax-deductible? As tax season approaches, you might be wondering what you can (and can’t) claim! We answer your questions.

Thinking about renting a room in or becoming a full-time landlord? Here’s what to know about how to rent your house, especially if it’s your first time.

Find out what makes property value increase over time, from location and crime rates to schools and HOAs here are 12 factors to watch.

If you’re wondering whether to sell, keep, or rent out your paid-off home, HomeLight has the expert opinions you need to make a decision.

If you’re part of an HOA, you’ll want to know just what goes into creating the yearly expense budget and what HOA budget guidelines include (or not!).

Cash sales represented 23% of existing homes sales in 2021, but some markets are cash-heavier than others.

Down payments can seem intimidating. We’ll walk you through the answers of some common questions, including the average down payment for a house.

What is the contingency period, and why should buyers care about it? This contract stipulation is often a benefit to homebuyers. Here’s what you need to know.