Maggie McCombs
Editor
Maggie McCombs is the editorial manager at Redfin, where she oversees content production for one of the company’s writing teams. With more than three years of experience in the real estate and mortgage space, she focuses on shaping clear, useful housing content that helps readers navigate complex decisions.
She is especially interested in how housing connects to work, culture, and technology, and enjoys exploring topics such as smart home additions and housing justice. Her approach balances research and storytelling, with an emphasis on making housing information feel relevant to everyday life.
Maggie lives in Lexington, Kentucky, where she enjoys trivia and spending time with her husband and their four pets. She dreams of one day owning a Tudor-style home with dark academia and brutalist interiors overlooking a lake – as long as it has a fenced-in yard for the dogs, of course.
Recent Articles
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Should you make or accept a backup offer on a home sale?
A backup offer on a home guarantees you a contract with the seller if the first offer fails. Find out if buyers and sellers should try this home sale strateg...
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How to increase your home value: 9 tips
You can increase your home's value and maximize your return on investment with several renovation and remodeling projects. Learn about nine strategies.
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4-minute read
Renovation and remodeling: The differences explained
Considering making some updates to your home? Learn the difference between a remodel vs. a renovation, including costs, timelines, and impact on home value.<...
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5-minute read
Proof of funds: What is a POF letter in real estate?
Proof of funds can help you close on a home faster. If you’re buying with cash, you’ll almost certainly need this type of letter.
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7-minute read
Where should I live? 17 factors to consider
Choosing where you should live can feel overwhelming. This list of 17 questions to ask yourself will help you find where to move so you love where you live.
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9-minute read
Are condos a good investment?
Condos can be an attractive option for first time buyers, but are they a good investment? Read our guide to find out whether buying a condo makes sense for you.
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12-minute read
Starter home or forever home: Which is right for you?
A starter home is a small, affordable home for first-time buyers. Find out if it makes sense to buy a starter home or if a forever home is right for you.
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8-minute read
Construction loans: Everything you need to know
Have you dreamed of building a custom-tailored home? A construction loan could help to make that a reality. Learn what a construction loan is and how it works.
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6-minute read
Can you back out of a house offer? How to formally withdraw
Home buyers have many opportunities to back out of a deal. Learn about valid reasons to back out of buying a house before you make an offer.
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