Home staging is the process of setting up a house with furniture and decor so it will be more likely to sell — and sell for more money. Professional Realtors® know how to evaluate a home and make changes so it is more appealing to buyers. Even the most well-designed homes may undergo staging to…
When you buy a house, you’re also buying the neighborhood and the neighbors. Location and all that comes with it can be one of the biggest selling points of a property, but it can also cause property values to drop even if the house itself is great. Before you buy a home, you want to…
Between for sale by owner properties and websites and apps that claim to sell your house within a few days, some people may wonder why they need to hire real estate professionals. What does a Realtor® do that a homeowner couldn’t do themselves or that technology can’t automate? You may not notice the work your…
Warranty and insurance are two terms that can sound quite a bit alike in their purpose and function, but that’s not necessarily the case. A home warranty and home insurance are two concepts, both offering a level of protection and peace of mind for homeowners, but doing so in different ways. What is a Home…
One of the primary preferences many homebuyers have right now is plenty of outdoor space. In fact, some buyers and, in particular, millennials are willing to forego that extra bedroom for a bigger yard. There’s a preference for outdoor living spaces and usable outdoor areas that allow homeowners to bring their lives inside or out….
Building your dream home is an opportunity for you to create something personal that meets all of your needs. You can choose the layout and the number of rooms, and you don’t have to worry about renovating around someone else’s design aesthetic. While this sounds like an exciting prospect, choosing the right place to build…
A real estate lawyer is a professional who you may have to work with for various reasons. In some states, you can’t complete a real estate transaction, including buying or selling without a real estate lawyer being present. If you don’t live in one of those states, there are still different reasons you might end…
When you look to find a Realtor®, you’ll quickly realize the real estate profession is incredibly diverse. Realtors® work within specific niches and specialize in unique client bases and home type. Some Realtors® sell condos to newly retired residents, while others work with first-time homebuyers to navigate the whole process. Unfortunately, a simple Google search…
Whether your home is currently on the market, or you’re thinking about putting it up for sale soon, you may want to make some improvements. Improvements can be a good thing, but you have to balance any improvements you make with the potential that you’re going overboard. Over-improving is something a lot of homeowners do….
A new year is almost here, which means most of us are tackling those things we put off for most of the year otherwise. One thing that might be on your New Year’s to-do list? Organizing. With some clever organization tips, you can maximize the available space in your home. Wall-Mounted Storage Vertical space is…