Buyers Modest Home Updates to “Wow” Buyers & Boost Value When selling a home in today’s market, it’s important to consider all the options to help make it stand out and appear move-in ready to selective buyers. Which improvements require the least time, effort and expense but will significantly boost your home’s perceived value? To help prioritize, we put together the following list of modest […]
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moving Moving Day Count Down: A Weekly Checklist Did you know May is National Moving Month? May is the kick-off to the busiest moving season. In fact, nearly 40 million of us move in the summer and begin to plan in May. If you are one of those on the move this season, we want to help you plan. Unlike the popular perception, […]
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real estate Finding Homes for Home’s Best Friend Nothing compares to the warmth and comfort of being at home. But for many dogs across America, this feeling is foreign. According to The Humane Society, between six and eight million dogs and cats enter shelters each year. Plus, almost three million healthy shelter pets are not adopted annually, and only about 30 percent of […]
selling How to Sell a House That Still Has a Mortgage Left on It Most people won’t live in the same home for 30 years, the typical life of a mortgage loan. So, when it comes time to sell, many homeowners still have mortgage debt to deal with. Is this a problem? What happens to your mortgage when you sell your home? Once you sign your name on a mortgage […]
Spring Swing into Spring Warm weather is upon us, and it’s time to take the party outside. From Cinco de Mayo to Mother’s Day to Memorial Day, spring’s signature celebrations deserve a festive and welcoming outdoor space. But what if your patio feels a little plain, a little bare, or a little less-than-inspiring for the party of your dreams? […]
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Buyers What is a Property Survey and Why You Should Get One Before Buying a House When buying a home, the last thing you want is a surprise. Most people worry about leaky roofs or rusty boilers. But there may be property issues that can come to light and cost you a lot of money if you’re not careful. One way to avoid getting in over your head is to get […]
Real Estate Agent Narrowing the female leadership gap in real estate Female agents face an upward mobility challenge within the industry. Here’s how real estate brands and brokerages can work to mend the female leadership gap. A stark lack of of women in leadership positions exists across all industries. The real estate industry, however, could quickly pivot and become the paragon industry when it comes to […]
Gardening Top 5 Easy Houseplants You’ll Grow to Love Add a touch of green to your home. Indoor plants brighten up any room and they can also help purify the air in your home. Here are five low maintenance houseplants and instructions on how to grow and take care of them—no green thumbs required! 1. English Ivy Caring for ivy plants is easy and rewarding. English Ivy […]
Buyers Starting Fresh: How to Buy a New Home Construction What could be more exciting than living in a brand new home? The blank slate can be thrilling: living in a place no one has lived before, a home with fresh paint, untouched carpets, and even fresh grass that no one has trodden! While most of the homes bought and sold are preexisting, more and […]
moving Top 10 Damaged Items When Moving & How to Protect Them Nearly 40 million of us move in the summer and begin to plan in April. If you are moving this season, we want to help you protect your precious belongings and make your move a smooth one! Before you start to pack, make a game plan. Which of your items are fragile? What will you […]
backyard 8 Vegetables to Grow in Your Garden this Spring As the weather warms, you are no doubt yearning to be outside to get your hands working in the dirt again. If you have never tried gardening, spring is the perfect opportunity to give it a shot and plant your own vegetable garden. Growing your own vegetables is a great way to get some fresh […]
Buyers Stages of Buying a Home It may be a goal you have had since childhood. Perhaps, you have rented for most of your adult life and now want to experience the joys and satisfaction of home ownership. Buying a home is a big step and requires a lot of important decisions along the way. With some advanced planning and research, […]
Sellers Market Selling? Low-Cost Home Improvement Fixes that Make Your Home Shine When selling a home, even tiny fixes can have a big impact. Here are 10 of the best low- (or no-) cost home improvement fixes to make your house stand above the competition: 1. Address the Heart of the Home In real estate, the kitchen is a main selling feature and can be a make or break […]
Spring Your Home’s April Honey Do List Even though today is National No Housework Day (no, that’s not a belated April Fool’s Joke), spring cleaning season is in full swing. So, while you have permission to put off your honey do list until tomorrow, here’s a list of to do’s for your home this month. 1. April Showers Bring May Flowers – But, only if […]
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Sellers Market Five Things You Need to Know About Selling a Condo Thinking of selling your condo? Whether you live in the condo or own it as an investment property, if you’re ready to sell your home, it’s time to talk to a qualified real estate agent in your area. By evaluating several criteria, including regional markets, time of year, features of your condo unit, as well as […]
flooring How to Get Wood Flooring on Any Budget   Hardwood flooring is often considered a must-have feature by new homeowners or those undertaking a remodeling project. Wood is a natural, renewable resource, plus wood flooring complements all types of home decor, from traditional to contemporary. Hardwood flooring is often considered a must-have feature by new homeowners or those undertaking a remodeling project. Wood is […]