Finding your dream home can be frustrating and the last thing you want to deal with when you finally find it is a bidding war. So what are some tactics in winning that war? Leigh Kamping-Carder, Digital Editor at The Wall Street Journal's "Mansion" section joins Your Future Home to discuss why putting pen to paper could win you that dream home.
In a recent study, 40% of recent offers for a home included a personal letter. In fact, penning a cover letter increased a buyer's odds by 52%. Kamping-Carder says you want your letter to express why you love the house and what memories you could see your family making in the house. She says people are more inclined to go for the higher bid, but a little flattery and emotion could go a long way.
Plus, what are some other tactics for winning a bidding war? First, make sure you a pre-approved for a mortgage. Second, add a few incentives like a waived preinspection or financial contingency.
Five months before the deadliest mass shooting in Maine’s history, the gunman’s family alerted the local sheriff that they were becoming concerned about his deteriorating mental health while he had access to firearms, authorities said Monday.
Hena Doba, Michelle Castillo and Kristen Scholer showed off their costumes -- and some photos from their childhoods -- as staff celebrate Halloween at Cheddar News' studio and offices. Michelle Castillo also reported on a new immersive masquerade experience, 'Dreams of Dracula,' in New York City. And Daniella Park, principal baker at Baketivity, showed off some spooky treats to enjoy. Plus, we'll let you know which candies are popular as you prepare to go trick-or-treating.
With Halloween here, you can look to also make some spooky treats for your guests. Daniella Park, principal baker at Baketivity, joined Cheddar News to demonstrate some creative eats that can be enjoyed by people of all ages.
A Massachusetts group is working to clear the names of people accused, convicted or executed for witchcraft in the state of Massachusetts in the 1600s.
