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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

  • What is ListingSpark? ListingSpark is a flat fee MLS listing service that offers FSBO plans to homeowners in select Texas markets. The company offers two plans: Spark ($1,499) and Premium ($2,999). Both plans cost significantly more than most MLS listing services but include essential services that could justify the price. Bottom line: Is ListingSpark worth…

  • SimplyFSBO is a flat fee MLS listing service that can market your home on simplyfsbo.com, Zillow, and Trulia. However, it does NOT list you on a multiple listing service (MLS). Plans cost roughly $500–700. SimplyFSBO operates in the Quad Cities of Iowa and Illinois. Bottom line: Is SimplyFSBO worth it? We don’t think SimplyFSBO is…

  • What is FSBO Madison? FSBO Madison is a website that charges sellers a flat fee ($150) to list their homes on its self-branded listing page (fsbomadison.com). The basic plan does not put you on the MLS or other listing sites, but the more expensive plans will. The site is designed for FSBO sellers in Wisconsin…

  • ISoldMyHouse.com is a solid option for new for sale by owner (FSBO) sellers who want a straight-forward platform to sell their house. But it’s not the cheapest flat fee MLS option and has limited add-ons.

  • Using Fizber to list your home may not be your best option — and the company has a lot of hidden services.

  • Flat Fee Group isn't just a flat fee MLS company. Its brokers offer a wide range of services, and some come with a high price tag.