Katy Byrom

Content Writer

Katy has written for Real Estate Witch since 2021, focusing primarily on non-traditional home sales and real estate costs. She's passionate about helping people unpack the complexities of real estate and make more informed decisions around buying, selling, and investing.

When not researching home selling trends or interviewing real estate attorneys about the ins-and-outs of probate sales, she enjoys roaming around Chattanooga with her cocker spaniel and absorbing all that she can from the handy people at Ace Hardware (who are patiently coaching her through a remodel of her 1930's cottage). Katy holds a BA from San Diego State University, an MA from Pepperdine, and — most importantly — a "Best Auntie Ever" distinction from her 13 nieces and nephews.

Expertise: Non-traditional home sales; cash home buyers; iBuyers; real estate costs; real estate trends

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Featured Published Articles

  • A home buyer rebate is when your agent gives you some of the commission fee they earn on your purchase. You may also hear it called a commission rebate.

  • Our team combed through thousands of customer reviews, interviewed company representatives, and spent months studying trends in the iBuying space. Our in-depth iBuyer reviews provide a fair and balanced view of the major companies in the industry. These are our top picks!

  • 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…

  • Opendoor is the country's largest iBuyer. Although new competitors have entered the market, it still completes nearly twice as many purchases as all other companies in the space combined. However, just because Opendoor is the leading iBuyer, that doesn't mean it will always be your best choice.

  • Contents: Sell fast for cash | Sell fast with a top agent | Tips for selling faster | FAQ The best way to sell your house fast is to find a cash buyer, such as a "we buy houses" company or iBuyer. Cash buyers can typically get you an offer within 24–48 hours and close…

  • Opendoor offers might be worth it if you value speed and convenience when selling your home. Learn what Opendoor offers for homes.