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Home selling

Get a competitive market analysis, professional marketing, and skilled negotiation to sell your home for top dollar.

Cash offers

Connect with cash offer programs that let qualified sellers close in as few as 7 to 14 days with fewer contingencies.

Home valuation

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to sell a house?

Selling a house typically involves costs such as real estate agent commissions (usually 5–6% of the sale price), closing costs (1–3%), and potential expenses for repairs, staging, or pre-listing inspections.

How long does it take to buy a home?

The home buying process typically takes 30 to 60 days from accepted offer to closing, but the full timeline can range from a few weeks to several months depending on your local market conditions.

What is a cash offer on a house?

A cash offer means the buyer purchases the property without financing from a mortgage lender. Cash offers close faster, have fewer contingencies, and are less likely to fall through.

Do I need a real estate agent to buy or sell a home?

Having an experienced real estate agent provides significant advantages: expert pricing, skilled negotiation, access to listings, legal protection, and full transaction management.

What is the first step in buying a home?

The first step is getting pre-approved for a mortgage. Pre-approval gives you a clear budget, shows sellers you're a serious buyer, and strengthens your offers in a competitive market.

How do I determine the value of my home?

A comparative market analysis (CMA) from a local real estate agent is the most accurate way to determine your home's current market value.

What are closing costs and who pays them?

Closing costs are fees associated with finalizing a real estate transaction, typically ranging from 2–5% of the purchase price.

How do I sell my home fast?

Focus on competitive pricing based on current market data, professional staging and photography, aggressive digital marketing, and choosing an experienced listing agent.

What should I look for in a real estate agent?

Look for local market expertise, a proven track record of sales, strong communication skills, a clear marketing plan, and access to technology and support systems.

Is now a good time to buy or sell a home?

Market timing depends on local conditions including inventory levels, interest rates, and seasonal trends. An expert agent can provide a personalized market analysis.

How do I sell an inherited house?

First confirm you have legal authority to sell, either through probate or as a named trustee, then get a current market valuation. From there you can list traditionally for top dollar or take a cash offer to skip repairs, cleanouts, and showings. A Homexa® agent can walk you through the probate timeline either way.

Read the full guide to selling an inherited or probate house

How does divorce affect selling a house?

Both spouses named on the title generally have to agree to the sale and sign off on the final price, even if only one is moving out. Courts often require the home sold and proceeds split before a divorce is finalized. An agent experienced with divorce sales keeps the process neutral and moving on a court-driven timeline.

Should I sell or rent out my house when I retire?

It depends on whether you need the equity now, want ongoing rental income, and whether you're willing to manage a tenant from a distance. Selling gives you a lump sum and a clean break; renting builds long-term income but adds landlord responsibilities. A local agent can run the numbers both ways before you decide.

What is a 1031 exchange and do I qualify?

A 1031 exchange lets an investment property owner defer capital gains tax by rolling sale proceeds into a new "like-kind" property within strict IRS deadlines: 45 days to identify a replacement, 180 days to close. It applies to investment and business property, not a primary residence. A qualified intermediary is required, and an agent who has handled exchanges before helps you hit the deadlines.

Read the full 1031 exchange guide

How do I sell a luxury home without overexposing it publicly?

High-end sellers often use a private or "coming soon" listing strategy, showing the home only to pre-qualified buyers and select agent networks before it hits the open MLS. This protects privacy and avoids a property "sitting" publicly, which can hurt perceived value. Homexa® luxury agents run this playbook regularly for discreet sales.

When does a cash offer make more sense than listing traditionally?

A cash offer is usually the better move when you need to close fast, want to skip repairs and showings entirely, or are managing a job relocation, inherited property, or financial hardship. Listing traditionally typically nets more money but takes longer. The right call comes down to whether speed or price matters more to you right now.

Read the full cash offer vs. listing comparison

How do I sell my house and buy another one at the same time?

Common approaches include selling first and renting briefly, buying first with savings or a loan that bridges the gap, or making your purchase contingent on selling your current home. A cash offer on your current home can also free up your down payment quickly. A Homexa® agent can lay out which option fits your timeline and finances.