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When the time comes to sell your house, it’s important to understand your options. Here is a collection of articles aimed at helping understand the sales process.

What Documents Do I Need to Sell My House?

August 3, 2024

Selling a house can be a complicated process that requires a substantial amount of documentation. If you think that selling your home on the market is straightforward and simple, you may be in for a surprise. Selling a house may require undertaking significant renovations / repair, and you guessed it,

Did You Inherit a House that You Need to Sell?

June 14, 2024

We Can Help, We Buy Ohio Houses! If you find yourself asking google: “How do I sell an inherited house in Ohio?” Then you’re in the right place. If you’ve inherited a house that you need to sell, you can stop worrying about how you’re going to get it sold.

Do You Have a House in Ohio That Needs Repairs?

May 12, 2024

Every day we speak with sellers in Central Ohio who are interested in selling their house. More often then not, we hear that a Realtor has recommended renovating the property to 1.) Ensure a timely sale 2.) Increase the value of their property. These folks are seldom real estate professionals;

Should I Sell To An Investor?

January 26, 2024

As a homeowner planning to sell a home, you have options: list the property on the open market and pay a Realtor, try to sell the house without a Realtor (For Sale by Owner) or consider selling to a home investor. Let’s consider each path forward and select the best

Understanding Probate: A Comprehensive Overview

January 14, 2024

What is Probate? When a deceased leaves behind assets to be distributed to heirs, the legal process whereby this happens is known as probate. The cumulative assets are often referred to as “the estate” and may include bank accounts, real estate, jewelry and a wide variety of investments. Typically, a

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Remodeling Before Selling: Is It a Wise Investment?

January 8, 2024

In 2022, homeowners spent an estimated $433 billion improving and maintaining their homes. Unfortunately, come time to sell, not all renovation projects recoup their cost. This begs the question: Are renovation projects necessary before selling your home? Which improvements yield the highest return on investment (ROI)? Robert Ryczek, a top-selling

Your Guide to Selling a House with a Reverse Mortgage

November 25, 2023

Selling a home with a reverse mortgage can be a bit more complex then selling a home with a traditional mortgage. We’ve created this guide to share what you can expect when selling a house with a reverse mortgage. Reverse mortgages are a fairly popular financial tool for senior homeowners.

What is the Fastest Escrow Can Close?

November 24, 2023

What is the Fastest Escrow Can Close? If you’re selling a house and would like to close fast, you may be curious about how long the closing process takes. The legal process that the seller and buyer enter into while transferring ownership of real estate is typically handled by a

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Real Estate Seasonality: What to Expect Selling Your Home Season-by-Season

November 9, 2023

Did you know that, on average homes sell 20 days faster at a 6% higher price the first two weeks of May? Or that in places like Vail and Aspen, winter is the prime selling season? That’s real estate seasonality. Let’s have a quick look at how seasons may affect

Preparing for a Home Inspection

September 23, 2023

Preparing for a home inspection? Consider a few optional steps you can take to ensure a smooth inspection. 1. Clean and declutter inspection access points Clean furnace filter Clean stove and oven Empty storage from attic Organize any closets that are access points to your attic or crawl space Clear

Things to Consider Before Moving Out of State

January 13, 2023

Whether you’re moving out of state for a new job opportunity, retirement, or perhaps a lower cost of living, there’s a lot to consider before you relocate to another state. Somewhere near the top of your checklist of priorities before moving out of state is likely a plan for selling

Selling a Home in an Uncertain Market

December 16, 2022

Most people have heard that the real estate game is about location, location, location. Today, the conversation centered around selling a home is dominated by recession, inflation and uncertainty about the future of the market. This post aims to explore some of the uncertainty that’s associated with selling your home

Don’t Get Duped | Identifying Common Scams & Wire Fraud Schemes

May 20, 2022

Real estate scams come in all shapes and sizes. Don’t get duped. We wrote this article to shed light on some of the unsavory situations homeowners can find themselves in and to help identify scams. Seller beware. How can I avoid wire fraud in a real estate transaction? Wire fraud

A Higher Level Of Care

April 8, 2022

Are you considering a higher level of care for a loved one? For many elderly people, there comes a time when special attention is needed that can be difficult to provide safely from home. If grandma’s gonna get the best care, rest assured prices for accommodations are available well into

Buy Time with a Seller Leaseback

January 23, 2022

At CoreMark, we strive to deliver the highest quality of service with every sale. Our goal is to help people get to their next chapter in one simple and seamless transaction. One of the ways we simplify selling is called a seller leaseback. Timing a Sale and Purchase In a

Selling a Tenant Occupied Rental

November 22, 2021

When you’re ready to sell your rental property, tenants can complicate the process. While there is nothing illegal about selling a tenant-occupied property, it may narrow the pool of potential buyers. On the contrary, it’s possible you could tap into a network of local investors looking to earn rental income

What is the Best Month to Sell a Property?

April 8, 2021

While you can sell your home in any season, is there an ideal time? Experts agree, there is a best month to sell a house. However, there are a myriad of factors that affect your decision to sell a home, so the proper answer may be just below the veil.

How to Sell a House That Needs Work

March 5, 2021

In this guide, we’re going to take a look at how to sell a house that may not be in marketable condition and needs a few repairs. By weighing the pros and cons of listing the house on the market with an agent vs. selling the property as-is to a

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How to Sell Your Ugly House When No One is Biting

January 21, 2021

In today’s market, buyers pay a premium for homes that are fully renovated and move-in ready. What if you don’t have the resources, time or bandwidth to fix up your house? A property that is dated, unrenovated and worn around the edges can linger on the market for months and

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Selling an Inherited Home in Ohio

January 11, 2021

Losing your parents can be heartbreaking. When selling a home you’ve inherited from your parents, you’ll have a long list of items that require attention. During this difficult process, it’s easy for details to get overlooked. This guide will help shed light on the path forward. Inheritance Tax Once you

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Estimating Rehab Costs in 5 Simple Steps

November 18, 2020

Looking to sell your property for top dollar? You’ll need to know how to estimate rehab costs accurately to maximize your return on investment. When it comes to buying or selling a property, getting the numbers right and estimating your rehab budget is crucial. For real estate investors interested in

How it Works

October 22, 2020

This guide walks you through how we calculate our no-obligation cash offer. Determining the dollar amount we can offer for a home involves a careful valuation process. To arrive at an accurate valuation, our team of real estate experts use a combination of publicly available market data and an in-person

Selling a House “As-Is”

September 8, 2020

Thinking about selling your house as-is? Despite the fact that your house may need extensive repairs and is long overdue for a cosmetic update, it’s not out of the question to sell your house as-is. Home buyers, like CoreMark Homes, are happy to purchase your home as-is and for a

What is Considered a Fair Offer?

August 11, 2020

Compared to what properties sell for on the MLS, a cash offer for your house may appear low. MLS prices do not take into account repairs, closing costs, agent commissions, transaction fees, and holding costs incurred during the time it takes to sell a house on the market. Consider the

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Closing Costs for a Seller | FAQ

June 27, 2020

How much are seller closing costs for a home sale? We put together this list of frequently asked questions to shed some light on what you can expect at the closing table, if you sell your house on the market. Be sure to take a look at our closing cost

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How to Calculate Net Proceeds from a Home Sale

May 5, 2020

Much to everyone’s dismay, the sales price of your property is not the amount of money you actually walk away with, cash in hand. Net proceeds are the total dollar amount a seller will pocket from the sale of a house after accounting for all expenses, holding costs, commissions and

How to Decide if CoreMark Homes is Right For You

March 8, 2020

There are a variety of life circumstances in which CoreMark Homes is the perfect solution for homeowners looking to sell a home. The following list is by no means exhaustive, but here are some common scenarios where sellers may choose CoreMark: Job Relocation Many customers need to relocate for a

Should I Sell or Rent My House?

February 3, 2020

Perhaps you’re moving from an area with high demand and interested in paying down your mortgage while your home appreciates. Or, perhaps you inherited a home and haven’t made up your mind on whether you’d like to sell or rent the property. Should I Sell or Rent My House? Renting

New Construction Buyers Love CoreMark

January 12, 2020

Did you know that coming up with a down payment is one of the most common problems for people buying a new home? It’s no joke. The issue also rings true when you own a home and want to buy a new one. In this case, the question becomes: How

How Much is My House Worth?

July 13, 2019

Selling your home is a big decision. It can feel like a giant mountain of a task, and you may have no idea where to start. Your worst nightmare is selling way below value and losing money. What’s the right price? That is the question. If you don’t know how