Spring Cleaning: Clean and Simple Whether you love it or dread it all year, there’s no denying that spring cleaning is a worthwhile task. Studies show that decluttering, cleaning and organizing your living space helps reduce stress and increase a sense of happiness. Here are a few ways to make your spring cleaning season easier….
Privacy is important to the homeowner. Don’t underestimate the power of privacy. Homebuyers say that privacy and having a space that is solely their own is the leading goal of homeownership. In a recent survey of homebuyer preferences on Realtor.com, privacy even nudged out the much more practical desire of finding a space that addresses…
Outdoor Living Trends: Owners and buyers look to increase value, livability with improved outdoor spaces. When spotlighting trends in home projects for the coming year, the National Association of Home Builders’ Best of American Living awards pointed to intimate outdoor gathering spaces as one of the Outdoor living trends. With outdoor fireplaces or fire pits…
Bubble- is it coming? Economists and real estate professionals ruminate on whether to invoke the dreaded B-word and how to react as a hot market continues. Home prices are accelerating, and some markets are now considered overvalued. As home values surge, affordability is rapidly eroding. Are market bubbles starting to percolate in some regions? Many housing…
Blockchain technology could revolutionize the real estate business model. With Bitcoin making headlines, a new word has entered the business lexicon: “blockchain.” Much like the internet two decades ago, blockchain is a relatively new technology with seemingly endless possible applications. But outside the techie world, people have a limited understanding of how it actually works…
Downsizing is becoming more popular. Downsizing is a common discussion among couples. I often find working with couples that one wants to downsize but has agreed to purchase a large property with their spouse. I advise them to find a home that seems intimate despite its large size. I tell them, ‘You don’t want to…
Shop for Loans- it is possible Over 50% of home buyers don’t shop for loans to find the best interest rate for their mortgage. While a buyer would rarely purchase the first home they look at, they will accept the rate and terms offered by only one lender. While the borrower and the property affect…
Teenagers and snooping- To Snoop or Not to Snoop? Granted, the teen years are harrowing times and worrisome for every parent on the face of the planet. But is snooping on your teen really the best solution? Guess what – there’s a better way to find out what’s going on with your young adult ……
Home staging will help you sell your house faster. When you show your home’s best features by staging it effectively, you help increase your final selling price without breaking the bank. In fact, on average, sellers receive $2 in increased sale price for every $1 they put into staging a home. As the infographic below…
Tips to protect your home: If you are going to be away from your home for an extended period of time, be sure to take some safety precautions before leaving to make sure your home and possessions are safe. For starters, make sure to not post on social media sites about your being away before…
