Steve Nicastro has been part of the Real Estate Witch team since 2021. He brings a unique consumer-first perspective to Real Estate Witch. With two years under his belt at the platform, Steve has become a trusted voice for readers seeking clarity and empowerment in their real estate decisions.
Steve’s path to becoming the Content Team Lead at Clever Real Estate was paved with real-life experiences as a consumer in the real estate market. His hands-on approach in Charleston, S.C., where he closed over $6 million in transactions between 2020 and 2021, has given him a deep understanding of the challenges and victories that buyers and sellers face.
Steve’s tenure as a personal finance writer for NerdWallet, spanning over six years, was more than a career—it was a commitment to unraveling the complexities of finance and real estate for everyday individuals. His insights have been featured in prominent publications like the Associated Press, MarketWatch, and USA Today.
When he’s not writing or thinking about real estate, Steve can often be found embracing his passion for golf at the local course, sipping on ice coffee at Starbucks, channeling energy at the gym, or enjoying quality time with his family in the great outdoors.
Expertise
- Real estate commission
- Selling a house without a realtor
- Finding a realtor
- Cash home buyers
- Home value estimates
- Real estate investing
- Rent to own homes
Media appearances
- U.S. News: What the $2 Billion Realtor Lawsuit Means for Home Buyers and Sellers
- The Mortgage Reports: Buyer’s Market vs. Seller’s Market
- ApartmentTherapy: Kitchen Renovations with Low ROI
- Consumer Affairs: Zillow Launches 1% Down Mortgage Plan
Steve Nicastro's Articles
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Clever Offers: A Better Way to Sell Your House for Cash?
Contents: Should you use Clever Offers? | Offer types | How much can I get for my house? | Customer reviews | Pros and cons | How it works | FAQs Powered by Clever Real Estate, Clever Offers is a free service that helps you find and compare multiple cash offers from reputable investors in its [...]
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Negotiating Realtor Fees in 7 Easy Steps (2024 Update)
Tips for negotiating realtor fees | Alternatives to negotiating | How agents split commissions | FAQ Negotiating realtor fees can be similar to calling your service providers to lower your bills. Just as you might successfully reduce your cable or cell phone rates or even negotiate your rent, a little persistence and negotiation can also lead [...]
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How Much Is Real Estate Agent Commission?
Learn all the info you need to understand average real estate commissions, including how much they cost and who pays them.
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Cost to Sell a House in New Hampshire: Seller Closing Costs Revealed
Cost to sell in New Hampshire | Realtor commission | How to save | Closing cost calculator | FAQs
Real Estate Witch aims to demystify the real estate industry and increase transparency for consumers. We are committed to sharing unbiased content. Some of the links on our site are [...]Cost to Sell a House in Michigan: Seller Closing Costs Revealed
Cost to sell in Michigan | Realtor commission | How to save | Closing cost calculator | FAQs
Real Estate Witch aims to demystify the real estate industry and increase transparency for consumers. We are committed to sharing unbiased content. Some of the links on our site are from [...]Cost to Sell a House in Indiana: Realtor Fees and Closing Costs Revealed
Cost to sell in Indiana | Realtor commission | How to save | Closing cost calculator | FAQs
Real Estate Witch aims to demystify the real estate industry and increase transparency for consumers. We are committed to sharing unbiased content. Some of the links on our site are from [...]