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How Much Will I Actually Walk Away With After Selling My Home?
Wondering how much you'll actually keep after selling your home? We break down typical seller closing costs and show a sample net sheet based on a $300K sale.
Paul Linn
May 122 min read
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Why Preparing Your Home for Sale Matters More Than You Think
Prepping your home before listing can make a huge difference in how fast it sells — and what it sells for. From a professional staging consult to simple tips like removing personal photos and clearing out closets, we’ll help you make a great first impression.
Paul Linn
May 93 min read
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🔁 The BRRRR Strategy: Why Indianapolis Is a Prime Market for Real Estate Investors in 2025
The BRRRR strategy—Buy, Rehab, Rent, Refinance, Repeat—can help Indianapolis investors build long-term wealth, but success starts with knowing your goals. Are you an active, hands-on investor or a passive turnkey buyer? Here’s how the Indy market stacks up, what to watch for, and how to set yourself up for success.
Paul Linn
May 23 min read
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🧾 What Happens If Your Home Doesn’t Appraise at the Purchase Price?
You did everything right. Found a house, made an offer, got it accepted. Or maybe you’re the seller and accepted a great offer—maybe even...
Paul Linn
May 13 min read
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🏡 Are We in a Recession? What It Means for Home Prices in 2025
Are we in a recession? And what does that mean for home values in 2025? While the word “recession” sounds scary, history shows that home prices don’t always fall when the economy slows down. In fact, in four of the last six recessions, home values went up. Here’s what buyers and sellers need to know—and why today’s market is nothing like 2008.
Paul Linn
Apr 301 min read
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🕵️♂️ What’s the Deal with Home Inspections?
Learn what home inspections cover, what they cost, and why skipping one could cost you. Bonus: inspection dads with ladders included.
Paul Linn
Apr 302 min read
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Need to Sell Your Home Fast? Here’s What to Do When You Can’t Wait on the Market
Need to sell fast? Explore cash offers, as-is listings, and fast-track sales with a custom plan from Best Life Realty Group.
Paul Linn
Apr 292 min read
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Is It Better to Renovate or Sell Your Home As-Is in Indianapolis?
Should you renovate or sell as-is in Indianapolis? Learn what updates matter—and when to skip the repairs.
Paul Linn
Apr 112 min read
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Spring 2025 Market Snapshot: South Indianapolis & Greenwood
Explore the South Indy and Greenwood spring housing market. Get insights on home prices, days on market, interest rates, and buyer/seller st
Paul Linn
Apr 102 min read
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How Appraisals Work (and Why They Matter More Than You Think)
Learn how home appraisals work in the buying and selling process, why they matter, and what to do if your appraisal comes in low.
Paul Linn
Apr 92 min read
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Buying and Selling at the Same Time? Here’s How to Make It Work
Learn how to buy and sell a home at the same time with tips on timing, financing options, and how to avoid owning two homes at once.
Paul Linn
Apr 92 min read
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Buyer's Remorse Is a Real Thing in 2022 😬
I'm sure by now you know this market is pretty nuts . It's still a strong seller's market and will probably continue to be throughout...
Paul Linn
Feb 3, 20222 min read
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4 Staging Tips to Make Your Listing Photos Pop 📸!
The first impression your home makes is of the utmost importance. This is why stylish staging is critical to getting top dollar for your...
Paul Linn
Aug 18, 20212 min read
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How are Property Taxes Calculated in Indiana? 🤷🏻
How Indiana property taxes are calculated, from assessed value to deductions—what every homeowner should know.
Paul Linn
Aug 3, 20212 min read
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How Much Does It Cost To Sell My Home?
So How much does it cost to sell a house here in Indianapolis? Here are the typical expenses that come up when selling your home!
Paul Linn
Jan 19, 20213 min read
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Buying and Selling a Home At The Same Time In Indianapolis
So you are considering buying a home within the next year but not really sure where to begin because you have a home that you need to...
Paul Linn
Nov 18, 20204 min read
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How to Sell Your Home and Not End Up Homeless!
A few weeks ago I closed on a home up in Zionsville for a growing family. They were moving from their 3BR, 1BA bungalow in Broad Ripple...
Paul Linn
Jun 1, 20183 min read
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How To Sell a House With Pets
Selling a house in itself can be a stressful task. The last time I moved, I remember thinking, “We don’t have that much stuff.” It took...
Paul Linn
Mar 9, 20182 min read
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What To Expect When Selling Your Indianapolis Home
When you think about selling your home, you sometimes think about the basic stuff. You think about how your house will show to future...
Paul Linn
Feb 22, 20185 min read
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Top 7 Reasons Why You Should Hire a Real Estate Agent
If you haven’t noticed, you can find out how to do just about anything online. There’s so much information out there that you could...
Paul Linn
Feb 9, 20184 min read
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