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Steve Nicastro

Steve Nicastro

Managing Editor

Steve Nicastro has been part of the Real Estate Witch team since 2021. He brings a unique consumer-first perspective to the platform, and with three years under his belt, Steve has become a trusted voice for readers seeking clarity and empowerment in their real estate decisions.

Steve's path to becoming Managing Editor at Clever Real Estate was paved with real-life experiences as a real estate consumer. His hands-on approach in Charleston, SC, where he closed over $6 million in transactions between 2020 and 2021, has given him a deep understanding of buyers and sellers' challenges and victories.

He previously worked as a personal finance writer for NerdWallet for over six years. 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.

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

Featured Published Articles

  • How it works | Step-by-step guide | Real example | Pros and cons | Bank of America alternatives | FAQ | Why trust us Home value estimation is essential for various purposes, including buying, selling, and refinancing a home. A home value estimate is typically determined by a real estate agent or a professional appraiser, taking…

  • How does PennyMac work? | Should I trust it? | Step-by-step guide | Pros and cons | Real example | PennyMac alternatives | FAQ Home valuation determines the worth of a property by considering various factors such as location, size, condition, and recent sales of comparable homes in the area. A home value estimator is…

  • How Chase home values work | Should I trust it? | Chase accuracy rate | Pros and cons | Real example | Alternatives | FAQ How accurate is the Chase home value estimator? We found the Chase home value estimator to be less accurate compared to its peers. It often underprices homes, even though Chase claims…

  • How it works | Accuracy | Pros and cons | Alternatives | FAQ Determining the value of a home can be a complex process. Home value estimators use various methodologies to determine home values, relying on factors such as comparable sales data and property specifics. These automated valuation models (AVMs) assess a home's worth, but…

  • Selling your own house without a realtor? This guide outlines steps to selling a house without a realtor, top FSBO websites, and a list of paperwork to prep.

  • The cost to sell a house varies by market but typically averages about of a home's final sale price. This includes real estate agent commission and seller closing costs. That means it costs sellers at least to sell a house worth , the average U.S. home value. Now for some good news: You can save money…