Katy Baker

Content Writer

Katy Baker is a content writer for Clever Real Estate, focusing primarily on non-traditional home sales and related trends. She's passionate about helping people unpack the complexities of real estate and make more informed decisions around buying, selling, and investing.

Prior to joining clever, she held roles as a writer, editor, content manager, and marketing director for various nonprofits and startups. Her real estate writing has been featured in publications such as MSN, Media Feed, Real Estate Witch, and Home Bay.

Expertise: Non-traditional home sale; real estate commission; real estate market trends.

Education: BA - San Diego State University; MA - Pepperdine University

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Featured Published Articles

Going through the probate process? Find out why you should hire a probate real estate agent and how you can find one.
Thinking of selling your home in poor condition? Find out what category your home's condition falls into and whether you should make any repairs before selling.
Tarek Buys Houses is a real estate company that offers cash for as-is homes. Learn how it works, read reviews, and see how it compares to competitors.
Investing in repairs and upgrades before listing your property is costly and time-consuming. Find out how much you lose selling a house as-is.
Find out everything that you need to know about negotiating with Opendoor, whether you're a home buyer or a home seller.
Due to their 5% service fee and lower-than-market offers, Opendoor may not be worth it for all home sellers. However, sellers who prioritize speed and convenience might still be interested in the service.