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Selling Strategy 8 min read February 2026

What NOT to Fix When Selling Your House: The Complete 2026 Guide

Most homeowners waste thousands on the wrong improvements before listing. Here are the 7 common projects you should skip — and what to do instead.

Home Value 6 min read February 2026

How to Increase Your Home Value Before Selling: 10 Proven Strategies

Data-backed strategies that actually work to boost your home's sale price without breaking the bank. Focus on what buyers in your market actually want.

Checklist 10 min read January 2026

The Complete Home Selling Timeline: A Week-by-Week Checklist

From 3 months before listing to closing day — a detailed checklist of everything you need to do to sell your home for top dollar.

First-Time Sellers 7 min read January 2026

9 Costly Mistakes First-Time Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Selling your first home? Avoid these common pitfalls that cost the average seller thousands of dollars.

Staging 7 min read February 2026

Home Staging on a Budget: 15 Tips That Cost Under $500 Total

Professional staging costs $2,000-$5,000. Here's how to get 90% of the impact for under $500 using items you probably already own.

Market Timing 6 min read January 2026

The Best Time to Sell Your House in 2026: Month-by-Month Analysis

Timing your sale correctly can mean a 10-15% difference in your final price. Here's the data on when to list for maximum return.

Curb Appeal 8 min read January 2026

12 Curb Appeal Projects With the Highest ROI (Ranked by Data)

First impressions sell houses. These 12 exterior improvements deliver the biggest bang for your buck, ranked by actual return on investment data.

Inspections 9 min read January 2026

Home Inspection Red Flags: What Sellers Need to Fix Before the Buyer's Inspector Arrives

Don't let a bad inspection kill your deal. Here are the issues inspectors always flag — and which ones you should fix proactively.

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