Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Terri Williams is a journalist covering housing trends. If your parents are downsizing to a smaller home, moving in with you, or ...

If you’re considering selling a home in the next little while, you may want to be aware of some of the common mistakes to avoid, according to real estate experts. “In the hot seller-friendly markets ...

Typically, the longer you hold on to your home, the better you will fare financially when it comes time to sell. Five years ...

You've decided to sell your house. Now comes the stressful part: figuring out what needs fixing before you list. Most sellers assume buyers want everything perfect ...

It’s not uncommon for a homebuyer to purchase a property knowing they won’t stay there forever. Maybe it’s a “starter” home or a place they plan to shed in retirement once their kids are grown and on ...

It can take more than two months to list, market and close on a home sale. For sellers who don't have that kind of time, there is a faster alternative. IBuyers (short for "instant buyers") are ...

Selling your current house while simultaneously buying a new one requires careful planning, but it is certainly possible.

Deep cleaning goes beyond vacuuming and dusting. Giving your home a deep clean means getting carpets steam cleaned, mopping floors, cleaning windows inside and out, washing walls to remove stains and ...