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It’s a given that we all want to work with a real estate agent who’s honest about their costs, experience, and the condition of homes they’ve listed. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case. At Hotrod Houses, we’ve helped many homeowners who felt they couldn’t trust the agent they were working with. And really quickly, we … Continued

Good idea! By doing so, you avoid paying agent commissions and have much more control over how you market your home and whom you sell your home to. (Not to mention that it’s a seller’s market right now… so selling your home by yourself is easier than ever before!) Still, selling as FSBO might raise … Continued

There are a lot of different factors that go into selling a home. Can you find a good real estate agent? Is the market advantageous right now? Can you afford the costs of selling a home? Has your home become more than you can handle (too many stairs, too many repairs, too much cleanup… etc)? … Continued

We know how frustrating this can be. At Hotrod Houses, we’ve worked with a lot of homeowners who struggled for a long time to sell their property on the MLS. From our experience, there are really only a few reasons that homes get stuck in limbo like this. And here, we wanted to go over … Continued

Well, you wouldn’t be alone. Millions of people around the nation work with real estate agents every year to make real estate transactions easier and more seamless. But here’s a question that you might not have the answer to… What do real estate agents actually DO? After all, that’s an important question. If you’re going … Continued

Well, paying taxes on an inherited property can be a little bit tricky. For example, do you still get up to a $250,000 tax credit? Can a capital loss be deducted if the home sells for less than market value? It’s probably a little overwhelming. But not to worry, we’ve worked with lots of people … Continued

Well, at Hotrod Houses, we’ve been honored to help homeowners (INCLUDING veterans and active-duty military personnel) sell their homes quickly for a fair cash price. And we understand that selling under PCS pressure can be a little overwhelming. So here are some quick tips to help you sell in a timely and profitable manner! Hire … Continued

Which is better? Maybe you’re in the process of selling your home and you’re wondering whether it’d be better to rent or buy… Well, at Hotrod Houses, we’ve been helping home sellers get a fair cash price for their homes in Naples for quite some time. Over the years, we’ve seen the pros and cons … Continued

Buying a home is exciting. Trying to find the perfect house — one that fits the budget and all of the criteria buyers tend to have for their living situation. But selling a home? It can be a little complicated to know when to sell, how to sell, and how much is reasonable to expect … Continued

Stuck with an investment property? 🙁 Real estate is a great investment and you’ve probably read somewhere before that there’s the potential to make a lot of money in repairing and flipping properties or keeping them as rentals. That’s true! But also… the market fluctuates. And sometimes, real estate investing doesn’t feel like everything it … Continued

Depending on how far you’re moving, that can be a big job that requires a lot of time, effort, and money — hopefully, the new employer will help pay for the cost of the move. In fact, if you’re wondering what sort of costs to expect, here’s a general breakdown to help! Costs of Selling … Continued

Well, at Hotrod Houses, we’ve been working with real estate in Naples for quite a while now. And we’ve learned a thing or two about upgrading and repairing older homes. In fact, to help YOU, here are some of the most important updates/repairs that should be made based on the age of your home… 1950s … Continued

Well, it’s a good idea to be prepared for negotiations. Always remember that — if you haven’t signed a contract yet — it’s still possible to negotiate the price and buying conditions with your real estate agent and the home buyer. In fact, you should. (You want to make as much money as possible, after … Continued

Going through probate can be a long and challenging process. And the last thing anyone wants is to choose a real estate agent that makes the probate process MORE DIFFICULT than it needs to be. Ideally, you’ll want to work with an agent who has a lot of experience with probate properties. But how do … Continued

Well, you’re not alone! They are very popular among homebuyers and homeowners right now. While tankless water heaters are more expensive than a storage water heater or a heat pump, they are also more energy-efficient and can save you money down the road. Not to mention that homebuyers like to see tankless water heaters in … Continued