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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How Relocation Experts Can Help With Your Move
What do relocation experts do? | Types | Cost | Find a relocation specialist A relocation expert is a real estate agent who offers additional services to help homeowners buy a new home, sell their old one, and get settled in a new city. Relocation realtors can work independently or as part of a relocation company. Relocation [...]
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Houwzer vs. Redfin: Which Discount Broker is Better?
About Houwzer | About Redfin | How they're different | Other discount real estate brokers Houwzer and Redfin are both discount real estate brokers that sell your home for below-market rates while offering the full service and support that a traditional agent would. Both companies also offer purchase rebates to sellers who also buy with them. Houwzer is [...]
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How Hard Is It To Sell Your Own House?
Why is selling FSBO difficult? | How to make it easier Selling your home without a realtor is typically harder than selling with an agent. For sale by owner (FSBO) sellers are responsible for completing all of the tasks that an agent would normally take on, including setting the list price, marketing the property, negotiating, and [...]
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9 Steps to Selling a House in California
Looking to sell a house in California? If you need help understanding the process and legal requirements, we've got you covered. Our step-by-step guide breaks down the home sales process from start to finish. We discuss how to find and choose the best agent, list your home for sale, negotiate with buyers, sign paperwork, and close. [...]
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9 Steps to Selling a House in New York
If you're selling a house in New York State but need help understanding the process, we're here to help. Our step-by-step guide breaks down how to sell a house in The Empire State from start to finish. We discuss important steps in the process, including how to prepare and list your home for sale, determine [...]
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The True Cost of Selling a House in New York Revealed
Cost to sell in New York | Realtor commission | How to save | Closing cost calculator | FAQ The average cost to sell a house in New York is 6.03% of a home's final sale price, which includes realtor commission (5.39% of the sale price) and seller closing costs (0.6%). That means it costs New York [...]
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