Which structural claims are the most expensive for builders? Structural claims are expensive for builders. The average claim can cost builders $42,000 in low-risk states and $113,000 in high-risk states. But one kind of structural claim is not only more expensive than average but also a sign of even more severe problems. Today, we’ll look […]
Addressing breaches in real estate contracts Most Buyers and Sellers expect the home sale to go relatively smoothly. However, sometimes Buyers can hit a bump in the road if the Seller decides to back out. This can be due to a better offer, a life-changing circumstance, or simply cold feet. When Sellers suddenly back out […]
Does a home warranty cover your home’s plumbing? Your home’s plumbing is one of many things a home warranty from 2-10 Home Buyers Warranty (2-10 HBW) can cover. Your home’s plumbing system and its components can be expensive and disruptive when they break down. A home warranty from 2-10 HBW can reduce both the cost […]
3 ways housing demand may change in the long term Thus far, 2020 has noticeably changed countless industries, including home building. Many builders faced immediate impacts and challenges in business operations and sales due to COVID-19. We remain optimistic that the building industry is turning a corner based on the latest forecasts. And there are […]
How real estate agents can manage a bidding war Bidding wars are likely to define the summer. Coming into 2020, housing inventory was low. Lack of inventory got even worse as COVID-19 spread, with many Sellers choosing to delist their homes. Now, with some parts of the country starting to reopen, more Sellers choosing to […]
Does a home warranty cover your home’s HVAC? In many cases, a home warranty can cover your home’s heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system. But why might you need a home warranty, and how does it protect this critical system? This article will give you a better understanding of how having a home warranty […]
How a builders warranty helps your first-time home buyers The new generation of first-time home buyers (i.e., millennials) values move-in readiness in their homes. When a young first-time buyer considers a new home from a builder like you, it highlights that desire. But many first-time buyers, especially millennials, also worry about “What if” questions, especially […]
6 tips for relisting a home (especially during COVID-19) Delisting a home has become unfortunately common for Sellers in 2020. Between state-mandated lockdowns and general fear about COVID-19, delistings skyrocketed from March through May. Now, demand for housing is heating back up, with some reports estimating that housing demand is 25% higher than it was […]
Does a home warranty cover air conditioning units? Yes, in many instances, a home warranty covers air conditioning units. With summers seeming to get hotter every year, having peace of mind that you have a solution for air conditioning breakdowns is valuable. Repairing or replacing your air conditioner can be extremely expensive and inconvenient. But […]
How a home warranty speaks to millennial Buyers’ needs In general, your millennial Buyers look for three things in a home: affordability, reliability, and move-in readiness. As the largest group of first-time Buyers, millennials appreciate real estate pros who can guide them through the uncertainties of home ownership. Let’s look at some ways you can […]
