Home sellers: Why you should care about comps
Whether you’re buying or selling a home, real estate comparables or “comps” play a big role.
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Feb 25, 2022
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Sarah Sharkey is a contributing writer for Bankrate. Sarah writes about a range of subjects, including banking, savings tips, homebuying, homeownership and personal finance.
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