We Buy Ugly Houses Blog | Advice

Sell your house in the current market.

Know the current housing market.  Understanding the ever-changing housing market can be a complex task, but it's important to stay informed of current trends. With the recent collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, many people are worried about its possible effects on the housing market and their ability to buy or sell a home. Let's […]

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A seller’s guide to home-staging costs

What is home staging?  Home staging is an important part of making a house appealing to potential buyers. It involves decluttering, rearranging, and styling the property with furniture and décor. Home staging should make a property look more spacious and inviting, and it should give potential buyers an idea of how the house could […]

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45 Real Estate Terms For Home Sellers

When it comes to real estate, know the lingo.  When you’re selling your house, you will have no choice but to be inundated with a bunch of unfamiliar real estate vocabulary. And since most homeowners will experience the sale of their house only once to a few times in their lives, it is understandable […]

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How to avoid scams when selling a house

Be cautious of unsolicited offers.  Unfortunately, real estate scams are becoming more and more common when trying to sell a house. According to Janet Robb, President and CEO of the Better Business Bureau, sometimes offers come unsolicited or even before you’ve put your house up for sale. These offers can seem appealing, especially when […]

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Has this quarantine made your problem house worse?

Don’t worry! We Buy Ugly Houses® is still here to help. Are you one of the many whose life was already burdened by a house you really needed to sell, then COVID-19 made things even more complicated? We Buy Ugly Houses® has adjusted to the times and has expanded how we work to help you get […]

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Top 11 Most Expensive Home Repairs That Can Break the Bank

What are the most expensive home repairs? Home Repair Cost  HVAC Repairs  $100 – $1,100  Water Heater Repairs  $100 – $1,400  Electrical Repairs  $125 – $3,000  Driveway Repairs  $300 – $4,500  Asbestos Removal  $500 – $4,500  Roof Repairs  $150 – $5,000  Septic Tank Repairs  $200 – $5,000  Deck Repairs  $250 – $5,000  Mold Removal  $400 […]

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What is an Abandoned House & What To Do About the One Next Door

What is an abandoned house? An abandoned house is a vacant property due to foreclosure, bankruptcy, and financial or legal reasons. Since most homes are abandoned due to financial reasons, they are typically run down and need renovating. This makes abandoned homes attractive properties for investors, flippers and wholesalers because they sell lower than market […]

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7 Ways to Prevent Foreclosure

If you need help paying your mortgage and bills, you aren’t alone. Nationwide, 3.68% of mortgages (one in every 27) are in default, according to the federal reserve. If you’ve found yourself in an ugly situation and are facing foreclosure, you have several options to save your home. The first thing you should do is […]

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How to Minimize an Ugly Situation When a Hurricane Hits

When hurricanes strike, the lives and property of thousands are put at risk.  How well you fare depends not only upon the strength of the storm, but also on how well you prepare.  According to the Department of Homeland Security, there are several steps you can take before, during and after a hurricane. Before A […]

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What are Your Options if You’re Behind on Your Mortgage?

Sometimes homeowners find themselves in situations that have caused them to fall behind on their mortgage. Things such as an unexpected job loss or medical emergency are just a couple of the issues that can lead to financial difficulties. It’s important that you know your options should you find it difficult to make ends meet. […]

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