Real Estate Articles

A code violation notice in the mailbox is never fun. Maybe it’s about junk in the yard, an overgrown lot, a broken window, a fence, or work done without a permit. Maybe it’s more serious, like a notice that the house is unsafe to live in. Either way, ignoring it almost always makes it worse.

When you sell the traditional way, the buyer’s home inspection is one of the biggest hurdles. Most purchase contracts include an inspection contingency, which means if the inspector finds problems, the buyer can ask for repairs, ask for a lower price or walk away. If you own an older home in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene or

You accepted an offer, started packing, maybe even made plans for the money. Then the call comes: the buyer is backing out. It’s one of the most frustrating things that can happen when you’re selling a house, and it can leave you in a tough spot, especially if you’ve already committed to your next home.

Selling to a cash home buyer can be a great option when you want a fast, simple, as-is sale. But not every company that sends a postcard or calls you about your house is the same. Some are local and reputable. Others make big promises up front and change the deal later. Here’s how to

Losing a parent or loved one is hard enough. Then comes the house: the paperwork, the decisions, the bills that keep arriving, and a lifetime of belongings to go through. If you’ve inherited a home in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene or the Tri-Cities, or you’re the executor of an estate that includes one, this guide will

Most real estate agents work hard for their clients. But sometimes the fit just isn’t right. Calls go unanswered, the house sits, the price you were promised turns out to be wishful, or you simply get a bad feeling. If you’re listed with an agent in Spokane, Coeur d’Alene or the Tri-Cities and it isn’t

Finding a crack in your foundation can make your stomach drop, especially if you’re getting ready to sell. The good news is that not every crack is a disaster, and even serious foundation problems don’t make a house unsellable. Here’s how to size up what you’re dealing with, what you’ll need to tell buyers, and

People move for all kinds of reasons. A new job or a transfer. Being closer to kids, grandkids or aging parents. A different school district. Remote work that suddenly lets you live anywhere. Or a neighborhood that has changed, a commute that’s gotten worse, or neighbors who never seem to sleep. Whatever is pulling you