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

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

Featured Published Articles

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Although the average time to sell a home is around two months, you can sell your house in just five days. Here's our guide on how to speed up the home selling process and get your house sold in as fast as five days (or close to it). If you need to sell in a…
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How it works | Accuracy | Pros and cons | Alternatives | FAQ How accurate is the HomeLight home value estimator? HomeLight claims that its users can get a real-world estimate in just a couple of minutes, with its values based on public data and recent sales history. But it provides no data or context…
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