You can thank me later for this but there is such a thing as over-cleaning! Here are 10 chores around the home that you really only need to do annually…excluding special circumstances. Let’s dive in! 1. Curtains & Drapes Unfortunately, I don’t mean the dusting part. You’ll want to dust at least once a month….
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Why NOW Is the Time to Buy
If you’ve been considering purchasing a home, you’re probably wondering if this is the right time of year to make your move. The market is fast changing with new laws coming into play, interest rates on the rise, and a whole slew of other things you have to face when it comes time to picking…
You DO Need an Agent for New Builds
Are you ready to buy a home and considering going with a new build? It may seem like a simple process where create your dream home from scratch. However, there is some risk when it comes to new construction if you don’t have a real estate professional with whom you can consult. Just like any…
10 Staging Tips To Get Your Home Sold
Ready to sell your house? Here are a few staging tips to get your home prepared for the market. When listing a home that costs hundreds of thousands of dollars, if not millions, you want to make sure it’s presented in the best light. You wouldn’t buy a $50,000 dollar car if it was filled…
From “I Do” to “Welcome Home”
Newlyweds are saying “I do” to each other and equate to more than half of first time home buyers that are also saying “I do” to their dream homes. It makes sense! When you put two hearts together, the time comes to find a home to nourish that love. A home that brings both of…
Fall Leaves Bring Sold Signs
Summer has come to an end and you probably are thinking you’ve lost the opportunity to sell and need to wait until next summer. That’s far from the truth! Although it’s not as hectic and crazy with the swarm of buyers on the market, the fall season brings out the most serious of lookers. They…
3 Questions To Ask Before Buying Your 1st Home
The real estate market is constantly changing. Sooooo…DO YOUR RESEARCH! Do not jump the gun on this one! Advice from family and friends may be kind and well meaning but you’re the only one who knows what your needs are when it comes to buying a home. That’s why you should take some time and…
Why You Don’t Need a Buyer or Listing Specialist
There are all kinds of specialists in real estate….luxury home specialist, first time home buyer specialist, down-sizing specialist, affordable housing specialist, military specialist, etc…. Are you confused, yet? If I wasn’t a Realtor, I would be. There’s nothing wrong with agents who specialize and, in some cases, it could be a benefit to the client. …
6 Ways to Prepare Your Home for Sale
You’re thinking of putting your home on the market but just the idea of all the work involved has your blood pressure rising with anxiety. You’re struggling to even begin to wrap your head around everything that you’re sure needs to be done before that “For Sale” sign gets firmly planted in your yard. There’s…
Don’t Replace Your Real Estate Agent With The Internet
With the influx of new technology and web based solutions, it’s no surprise that everything, including real estate, is moving fast into the era of the internet. From Amazon to Uber, we generally can pull up our phones or laptops to order what we want when we want with ease. The real estate industry isn’t…
5 Ways To Save For A Down Payment On Your Dream Home
Everyone knows you need a down payment if you want to buy a house (well, let’s say almost everyone). However, with rent, car payments, student loans and all the other financial commitments you have, how do you get that down payment together? First, I want to clear up one misconception. You do not…I repeat…you DO…
Why Rent If You Can Own?
Home ownership rates are the lowest they have been in the last 50 years. A large portion of Americans are still renting properties, instead of enjoying a home of their own. Consumer Reports believes this is an issue because buyers have doubts about their ability to purchase. It’s still a long standing notion that a…
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