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Erin Cogswell

Erin Cogswell

Contributing Writer

Erin Cogswell is a contributing writer for Real Estate Witch, where she covers a variety of topics related to buying and selling a home. She has 20 years of writing and copyediting experience in journalism and marketing.

Prior to contributing to Real Estate Witch, Erin spent nearly 10 years in the marketing and communications department of an international nonprofit in the higher education space. In that role, she produced both long- and short-form content, developed the organization's blog, created marketing materials, and wrote press releases.

When she's not writing, Erin is working her way through her ever-growing list of books to read. She lives in the Louisiana Bayou.

Featured Published Articles

  • Pricing your home to sell is one of the most important steps in selling your house. But it's tricky. If you price your home too high, you risk limiting the pool of potential buyers. But price it too low, and you could leave money on the table. You can strike the right balance by considering…

  • Closing on a home is the last step in the selling process, where ownership is officially transferred from the seller to the buyer. On closing day, you’ll need to have your seller closing documents prepared. This paperwork typically includes the home’s deed and a title affidavit, closing statements and disclosures, the bill of sale, and…

  • While not required, an inspection is generally recommended so the buyer fully understands the home’s condition.

  • Moss Home Solutions is a company that buys houses for cash in Southern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. It gives home sellers no-obligation cash offers regardless of the property’s condition and promises a quick sale. The company covers all fees, closing costs, and repairs. However, you likely won't get your home's full market value when you…

  • How many showings to sell a house | What to expect the first week | Why you're not getting offers | Sell with fewer showings | Sell with no showings | A realtor is your best tool | FAQ The average number of showings to sell a house is about 10 to 25. Some homes…