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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

  1. Written
  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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    List With Freedom: Is it Worth It for Sellers?

    ListWithFreedom offers low flat-fee MLS listings, ideal for experienced home sellers. Compare agents to save thousands with Real Estate Witch.

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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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    Selling a House With Unpermitted Work

    What is unpermitted work? | Best selling options | Tips for selling | FAQ If you did any work on your house without a permit, it's still possible to sell it. However, the sales process can get complicated if the unpermitted work poses a safety issue or detracts buyers from your home. For example, a home with [...]

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    How Much House Can I Afford on $36K a Year?

    If you earn $36K a year, you may be able to afford a home up to $195,000. Find out how to start planning your home buying budget here!

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    The Best Foreclosure Websites

    Free foreclosure websites | Subscription foreclosure sites | Foreclosure auction website | Government property sites | Bank-owned REO websites | FAQs Foreclosure websites help you find government-owned and bank-owned homes that sell below market value, making homeownership far more affordable. We've researched some of the best foreclosure websites based on types of foreclosures listed, reputation, and [...]