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Galina Velgach Editor

Galina Velgach is an editor for Real Estate Witch and its sister brands, focusing on traditional real estate brokerage reviews, home buyer assistance, and mortgage programs. She previously led editorial production for clients in commercial real estate and banking. She also worked as a communications specialist for Ernst & Young.

Galina has edited two journals for the American Library Association and contributed to an article in the multidisciplinary academic journal Viking and Medieval Scandinavia.

Expertise

  • Traditional real estate brokerages
  • Home buyer assistance programs
  • Mortgages
  • Home selling

Education

  • BA Media, Rhetoric & Cultural Studies – University of Illinois at Chicago

Galina Velgach's Articles

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  2. Edited

  • Xome Reviews: Is This Auction Platform Legit?

    Xome (pronounced zōme) is an online real estate auction platform. Sellers can benefit from a fast sale at their desired minimum price while avoiding paying commission. Buyers can find unique or distressed properties that aren’t on the open market and buy them quickly. For many distressed property owners seeking a fast cash sale, using Xome is [...]

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    UpNest Review: Customers Love It, But Will It Save You? (2024)

    We mystery shopped UpNest and reviewed hundreds of online reviews to find everything you need to know about signing up with the service. Read this before choosing to work with an UpNest agent!

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    What Percent Commission Should I Pay A Buyer’s Agent in FSBO?

    Buyer agents typically earn 2–3% of a home's final sale price. If you're selling your home without a realtor (also known as "for sale by owner," or FSBO), but your buyer is working with an agent, you may still need to pay their commission. Buyer's agent commission in FSBO: Key facts  How much should I pay the [...]

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    How to Sell a House for Cash Without a Realtor

    How to set an asking price | Ways to sell for cash | How to compare offers | Closing a cash sale Selling a house for cash and without a realtor are both complicated processes. We recommend getting cash offers from multiple sources to get the best price. Set an asking price based on fair market value Determine [...]

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    How to Sell A Condo Without a Realtor

    Prep your home | Set your asking price | Market online | Negotiate offers | Close on the sale Selling a condo is a lot like selling a single-family home, with one key difference — condos generally belong to homeowner’s associations (HOAs). This means there are extra rules you need to adhere to when selling your [...]