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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Opendoor Preliminary Offer vs. Final Offer
What's the difference? | Repair costs | Alternatives | Before you accept an offer | FAQ Looking to sell your home to an iBuyer like Opendoor? Expect your final offer to be lower than your preliminary offer, possibly by thousands of dollars. That's because Opendoor deducts a service fee and repair costs from your initial offer. It's [...]
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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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