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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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
Buyers Can First Time Home Buyers Use a 401k For a Down Payment? Coming up with a down payment to purchase your first home can feel like a herculean task. How can you possibly save twenty, thirty, fifty thousand dollars—approximately 11% of your home purchase price in 2016 (National Association of Realtors)—to pour into a house? For most individuals, it can be incredibly tough to save enough, particularly […]
Buyers Buying a House as a Police Officer, Firefighter, or EMT Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, and teachers give so much to our country. They selflessly put their lives on the line to protect us, take care of our children, and help us accomplish our dreams. So it’s only right that they have the same opportunity to achieve their own American dream of buying a home. Unfortunately, […]
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Buyers Size Matters: Finding the Perfect Size Home for You   If you’re house shopping, there’s probably one question that’s been on your mind often: “What size home should I buy?” At a glance, the answer seems obvious: as big as you can afford! But that’s only a small piece of the puzzle. Home size matters on many levels from personal preference to resale value, […]
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Buyer's Market Speedy Home Sales: Top 5 Things Buyers Were Looking for in 2017 Are you are curious to know what it takes for your community to see speedy home sales in 2018? In order to determine what makes home sales happen quickly, as agents, we look at the patterns. We compile the data and compare it, year over year. So if you are wondering what it takes to […]
babies Moving with a Baby: The Complete Guide for Parents We have organized the guide into three sections: Before the Move, Moving In and Baby Proofing. LINDSAY LISTANSKITODAY By NorthStar Moving Co-Founder Laura McHolm On the move with a little mover in tow? Every parent knows having a baby at home is an adventure. Take that everyday baby voyage and mix in moving your home, […]
appliances How to Plan Your Furniture Arrangement Before Moving In Guest post by Laura McHolm Designing a floor plan in your new home is a step that is frequently overlooked. However, it is essential to create a floor plan for your new home before you move.  Not only is it the step that saves you money on moving day, it also transforms a new house into your new home. […]
Buyers 7 Things to Do Before Moving into Your New Home The keys are yours, now what? VICTORIA KEICHINGERTODAY Congratulations! You’re a new homeowner. While you may not be able to wait to move in, there are a few things you should consider tackling before hanging those family photos on the walls. 1. Change the locks – For peace of mind, it’s a good idea to change out […]
appliances Find the Right Focal Point for Your Room Not sure what element to make the attention getter in your room? Find some great choices here. SHARON LEESEP 7, 2017 Houzz Contributor, Gabrielle Di Stefano Well-designed rooms often have a focal point — the first thing your eye sees when you enter. Choosing the right item to emphasize sets the tone and mood for a […]
Buyers Not Getting the Media Coverage You Want? 3 Tips on Getting Free Publicity in the News If you were at a cocktail party, standing with a group of people, what is the one thing about your company that is going to make everyone want to know more? ATHENA SNOWAUG 31, 2017 <– Go back to the Real Advantages home page Public relations was a hot topic at the recent Inman Connect San […]
backyard 5 Ways to Boost Your Curb Appeal for the Fall Selling Season   Sellers looking to get the best price know that curb appeal plays a huge role in making the sale, even in the fall when the leaves begin to fade. Here are five simple ways to make the most of what fall has to offer and boost your curb appeal. MELINA GILLIESTODAY Sellers looking to […]
appraisal When is the Right Time to Sell? Jessica Riffle Edwards with Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage answers this age old question. GUSTAVO GONZALEZTODAY When is the right time to sell your home? Is it in the spring? Is it in the summer? Coldwell Banker Sea Coast Advantage agent Jessica Riffle Edwards sheds a little light on this age old question. Watch the video below […]
appliances 9 Must-Haves for Low-Maintenance Kitchen Cabinets   Save valuable elbow grease and time with these ideas for easy-to-maintain cabinets. VICTORIA KEICHINGERAUG 24, 2017 The heart of the home may also be the toughest room to keep clean. Every surface in your kitchen is susceptible to crumbs, dirt, stains and splatters. This is especially true of cabinets. Fortunately, there are practical ways […]
Buyer's Market Considering a Career in Real Estate? What does it take to have a successful career in real estate? A Coldwell Banker young rising star shares his story. VICTORIA KEICHINGERTODAY Have you ever thought about a career in real estate, but aren’t sure you have what it takes? We caught up with Joe Piccininni, an agent with Coldwell Banker Beau Hulse Realty in […]
appraisal Is Summer or Winter the Best Season to Buy a Home? You hear it a lot – there are best and worst times to make any sort of purchase. Whether it’s a television, a car, or a home, statistics are available that may influence your decision on when would be the best time to make a purchase. Numerical data isn’t the only thing you should be […]
appraisal Condo vs. Townhouse Condo and townhouses are often lumped together, but have some significant differences. Agent Jessica Riffle Edwards explains the differences between the two. GUSTAVO GONZALEZTODAY I’ll admit it, I’ve owned a condo for the last three and a half years and just found out what the difference was between a townhouse and a condo. While you […]