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
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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What if the appraisal comes back lower than the offer? Here’s what’s next.
What happens if your home appraisal comes in lower than your offer? Learn about your options if your home appraisal value is less than the purchase price.
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8-minute read
Owning an Airbnb property: Can it be profitable for you in 2026?
Are you wondering if owning an Airbnb is profitable? Learn what it involves and how much you can expect to earn compared with a traditional rental property
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11-minute read
Building vs. buying a home: Which is cheaper?
In the market for a new home? The costs of building vs. buying depend on your market, building supplies, and more. Learn how to compare new vs. existing homes.
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4-minute read
What is fair market value (FMV) in real estate and how is it calculated?
The fair market value (FMV) of a home is defined primarily by how much someone would pay for it. Learn how...
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11-minute read
What are seller concessions?
Seller concessions are a way for home buyers to bring down their closing costs. However, concessions must be negotiated. Learn more about this process before yo...
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6-minute read
How much house can I afford on a $70K salary?
Starting your home buying journey with a salary of $70,000 a year? Find out your mortgage options and how much house you can afford on $70,000.
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