Planning for Multi-Generational Living
Extended families living in one home are more the norm these days. When looking for a home to share with your older parents, consider that while they may be completely mobile… Read more ⇢
General
Open House Pitfalls, Tips and Etiquette for Buyers
So, you’re thinking of buying a home … where do you begin? Potential buyers new to the real estate market may not know exactly what they want in a home, or… Read more ⇢
How to Survive Transition
Timing the closing of your new home purchase with the end of your lease agreement or sale of your existing home is tricky, to say the least. Rarely does it work… Read more ⇢
Condo? Co-Op? Apartment? Townhome?
Which is which? Although all are part of the common-interest housing category, condos, co-ops, townhouses, and apartments may mean different things to different buyers, so here is a breakdown of what… Read more ⇢
Should You Wait Until Spring to Put Your Home on the Market?
Typically the end of the Holiday season and New Years signal the advent of Spring, so putting your home on the market around the time of the Spring Equinox might be… Read more ⇢
Know Your Style: Country French Style
Originally called French Provincial, Country French Style evokes the casual simplicity and rustic elements of a country home in the South of France. By paying tribute the region’s… Read more ⇢
Add a Romantic Touch to Your Open House
When staging your home for an open house, consider connecting to the season, holiday or local events to give your home that memorable “I see myself living here” quality. With Valentine’s… Read more ⇢
What Gen Y Looks for in a Home to Buy
If you’ve lived in your home for some time, you notice when the neighborhood around you is changing to a younger demographic. Thinking this might be a good time to sell,… Read more ⇢
Do I Need to Paint the Whole House White?
You are getting ready to paint a home you know you will sell within a couple of years. Chances are, a helpful family member or friend reminds you that to sell,… Read more ⇢
Real Estate Terminology: Appraisal vs. Assessment vs. Market Value, the Second in a Series
In the vocabulary of real estate, there are three terms that indicate a home’s valuation: the Appraised Value, the Assessed Value and the Market Value. Rarely are these three values the… Read more ⇢
Smart Selling to Today’s Homebuyers
If you’re considering selling now that the housing market outlook is improving, take a few moments to consider how buyers have changed what they look for in the home buying process. Read more ⇢
Drought Tolerant Landscaping Ideas for New Home Owners
In the excitement of buying and decorating a new home, remember to plan for the long-term when you start landscaping. With the recent widespread drought problems, installing sustainable, drought-tolerant landscaping not only saves… Read more ⇢
Can I Afford to Be a Landlord?
According to Freddie Mac, the Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation (FHLMC), multifamily rent growth should level out to its long-term average performance as interest rates increase. That does not mean that… Read more ⇢
Spring Means Servicing Your Air Conditioner
In preparation for warmer summer days, spring is the perfect time to have your air conditioner serviced. With regular service, air conditioning units can continue to function in the most efficient… Read more ⇢
How to get Clean Sparkling Windows
The warming days of spring are the perfect time to bring some light and air into your home. Whether you are planning to sell your home now or sometime in the… Read more ⇢
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