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Your House Hasn’t Sold Yet. Should You Rent It Out Instead?

From our friends at the kcm blog When your house sits on the market longer than expected, it can get frustrating fast. You start asking: what now? And for a growing number of homeowners, that turns into: should I just rent it instead? While it sounds like a simple backup plan, becoming “accidental landlord” is actually a much bigger decision than most people realize. That’s when someone planned to sell, didn’t get the price or traction they hoped for, and decided to rent the house out instead. And lately, that’s happening more often. Why the Number of Accidental Landlords Is Rising If you’re faced with the same choice to rent or to sell, here’s what you need to...

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The Best Week To List Your House Is Just Around the Corner

From our friends at the kcm blog While the Spring season consistently offers up some of the best conditions for home sellers, Realtor.com says there’s one window where the stars really seem to align year after year. And it’s coming up fast. Based on their analysis of historical trends, the ideal week to put your house on the market this year is: April 12–18. And here’s why this window stands out as being particularly seller-friendly: Buyers Are More Active. According to the research coming out of Realtor.com, homes listed during this week typically get about 16.7% more views than in a normal week. And in a market where buyers have options, getting that extra attention can set the tone for your entire sale. Sales...

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Why More Investors Are Choosing Passive Replacement Property in a 1031 Exchange

Jenn Pfeiffer, Realtor® | Greenbrae, Marin County & San Francisco Real Estate Expert Realtor of the Year 2024 | Marin IJ Best Realtors Honorary Mention 2025 Source:  IPX1031 As the real estate market evolves, investors are rethinking how they approach 1031 Exchange Replacement Property. At IPX1031, we’re seeing a growing trend: investors are shifting away from management-intensive assets and toward passive real estate investments. This shift reflects a broader goal—preserving wealth while reducing day-to-day responsibilities. What Is Passive Replacement Property? Passive Replacement Property refers to real estate investments that generate income without active management. These structures allow investors to complete a 1031 Exchange while minimizing operational involvement. Popular passive options include: Delaware Statutory Trusts...

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3 Must-Do’s for First-Time Home Buyers

From our friends at the kcm blog Buying your first home is exciting, but it can also be a little nerve-wrecking because it’s something you’ve never done before. And trying to think of everything you need to do can feel like a lot. But here’s the key. You don’t have to figure everything out on your own. And you don’t have to do it all at once. Just tackle it one thing at a time. Here’s a simple list of 3 main things you should focus on to help you get started. 1. Assemble Your Team: Don’t Do This Alone Buying a home is a team sport. And having the right professionals by your...

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Should You Wait for Lower Rates?

From our friends at the kcm blog Mortgage rates have already dropped into the upper 5s twice this year. But after just a few days, they ticked back up into the low 6% range. If you saw that and thought, “Great. I missed it,” you’re not the only one. A lot of buyers are treating the 5s like some kind of magic number. As if moving from 6.1% to 5.99% suddenly changes everything. And from a mindset perspective, it does feel different. But here’s the part most people don’t actually run the math on. The Payment Difference Isn’t What You Think Let’s say you’re looking at a $500,000 home loan. At 6.1%, generally speaking, your principal...

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