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What is a Listing Agreement (and How Does it Work?)
Types of Listing Agreements | Details to Look For | When to Sign | How to Cancel A listing agreement is a contract authorizing a real estate agent or broker to represent a home seller to find a buyer for…
Ranking the 50 Best Places to Raise a Family: 2022 Data
How family-friendly is your city? We researched affordability, educational performance, and other metrics to determine the best cities for raising a family.
U.S. Rent Prices Are Rising 4x Faster Than Income (2022 Data)
It's not just home prices. Rental rates are rising to record highs across the U.S. Our data reveals where rent prices are outpacing income at the highest rate.
Most Americans Have Regrets About Buying a New Construction Home (2022 Data)
From delays to hidden costs, 88% of new construction buyers wish they'd made different decisions while building their home. Learn more.
Two Years Into the Pandemic, Americans Are Still Struggling Financially
Two years since the start of the pandemic, Americans are still experiencing financial struggles during the pandemic – and many fear they'll never recover.
About Us
You shouldn't need a crystal ball or magical powers to understand real estate. Founded by entrepreneur Ryan Shaw in 2016, Real Estate Witch is committed to demystifying the real estate industry and increasing transparency for consumers. We publish expert advice…
What Does Contingent Mean in Real Estate?
Contingent home sales offer important protections for buyers. They also risk falling through. Learn how contingencies can affect your chances of getting a home.
Millennial Home Buyer Report: 2022 Edition
To afford homeownership in a competitive market, our data shows millennials are willing to take risks, including buying a home sight unseen, purchasing a fixer-upper, and offering over asking price.
Even Haunted Houses Won’t Scare Off Home Buyers in a Competitive Real Estate Market (2021 Data)
Are Americans willing to purchase in a haunted house? The answer may surprise you.
2021 Study: How Legalizing Recreational Marijuana Impacts Home Values
Our analysis found that states that legalize recreational marijuana and encourage retail dispensaries see home values leap by thousands.







