If you’re considering listing your home but are on the fence or waiting for that perfect moment - a recent report from Realtor.com predicts that the best week is approaching! According to their data, folks are feeling more optimistic about the housing market as spring begins to bloom, and the week of April 16-22 is expected to be the best time to sell your home. Spring is well-known as the...
As we move into spring and summer, it's time to prepare your home for the warmer months. Here are a few general upkeep reminders and spring cleaning tips to make sure everything in and around your home is in good shape. Inspect roofing: look for missing, loose, or damaged shingles and signs of any leaks. Remove leaves and debris from gutters and downspouts. Inspect the chimney for...
Kitchens are typically the heart of a home and often the first room homeowners choose to upgrade or renovate. Whether it’s a smaller-scale project, like painting the cabinets, or something bigger, like opening up the floor plan, there are several options that can make a kitchen look more modern and up-to-date. The popular design inspiration site, Houzz.com recently surveyed over 2,000...
“Happy Valentine’s Day!” Today is February 14th, and that simple phrase will echo through households, workplaces, and schools across the US. Folks will exchange candy, flowers, and gifts, and the chances of eating out without a reservation this evening are slim to none! But why? St. Valentine’s Day, as we know it today, contains remnants of both Christian and ancient Roman...
A significant advantage in buying a home is the ability to customize it. Renovating your home to be more modern and functional can make it more enjoyable. However, when it comes time to put your home on the market, you want buyers to see themselves living in it. Here are the top design decisions that could affect your home’s value. Replacing the Bathtub While most folks prefer the convenience of...
While home staging is primarily designed to highlight a home's best features, it can also hide potential problems. A quality REALTOR® will not allow clients to hide significant issues that a home inspector will ultimately find. Here are some common home staging tricks that buyers should know. Curtains Stagers can use curtains or curtain rods to hide small, cracked, or damaged windows. They...
If you've been dreaming of remodeling your kitchen or making over your backyard for years, it may be time to finally do it! Just be sure that the changes you make will increase the value of your home once you go to sell. Here is a list of home improvements that pay off. Fresh Paint The expense of painting interior walls is less than any other home upgrade. If you hire a professional to...
While it’s the main space that welcomes guests into your home, entryways are often forgotten or neglected. Creating a space that offers functionality and looks welcoming and well maintained is doable. Here are some entryway decor ideas that will make a great first impression. Lighting Lighting plays a significant role in making a great first impression. Your entryway must be well lit,...
Folks have been selling their homes quickly, easily, and for the highest price over the last two years. With the market beginning to settle down, sellers who waited are frustrated and frightened. There is no need to panic; we just need to go back to basics. Several factors impact a home's sale price in a typical market, one of which is staging. According to Forbes.com, staged homes sell 87% faster...
According to leading analysts in the industry, the housing market is showing signs of cooling. While housing prices are still higher than two years ago, demand is beginning to wane, and sellers are beginning to reduce their prices, which could be signs of relief for weary buyers. Here are the latest market predictions from the pros: Price Appreciation and Mortgage Rates “Homes are still...