Thanks to Marie Kondo and her hit Netflix series “Tidying Up,” home organization is a hot topic right now. Marie encourages her viewers to minimize their possessions and keep only those items that “spark joy.” With spring in full bloom, now is the perfect time to do some spring cleaning and add organizational systems to your own home. Not only will you clear out clutter, your efforts can actually Continue Reading
Homeowner Tips
What’s Your Home Actually Worth?
Discover What Buyers Will Pay in Today’s Market It’s easy to look up how much money you have in your savings account or the real-time value of your stock investments. But determining the worth or dollar value of a home is trickier. As a seller, knowing your home’s worth helps you price it correctly when you put it up for sale. If you price it too high, it may sit on the market. But price it Continue Reading
2019 Home Design and Remodeling Trends
If you’re a current homeowner, or in the market to buy, you’re probably curious about the latest trends in home design. Sellers who make strategic updates before listing a property can generate increased interest from buyers and, in some cases, a premium selling price. And buyers should consider which features of a home will need updating immediately (or in the near future) so they can factor Continue Reading
5 Reasons To Move This Winter
It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months. This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather will keep buyers away and that no one is looking over the holidays. Unfortunately, many real estate professionals perpetuate this myth by advising their clients to “wait Continue Reading
How’s the Market? October 2018 Market Update
While no one can predict the future with certainty, most experts expect to see modest growth in the U.S. housing market for the remainder of this year and next. Inventory will remain tight, mortgage rates will continue to creep up, and affordability will remain a major issue in many parts of the country. So what does that mean for home buyers and sellers? To answer that question, we take a Continue Reading
7 Tips for Purchasing Homeowners Insurance
No one likes to think about disasters. Severe weather, fire, theft, or even a broken pipe can wreak havoc on your home and result in thousands in damages. Fortunately, a good homeowner's insurance policy provides peace of mind that you and your family are financially protected should disaster strike. A homeowners insurance policy covers your home—as well as the belongings in it—in case of Continue Reading