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Six ways to make your closets feel bigger

One secret to a great property sale is the ability of owners to give the impression their home has oodles of space and storage. Homes full of furniture feel cluttered and insufficient, diminishing buyers’ willingness to purchase or devaluing the offers for the property. As well as decluttering and encouraging as much natural light as…
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10 crucial steps to buying your first home

Purchasing your first home can feel like you’re about to climb a mountain that will confront you with challenges you’ve never faced before. Any fear of being overwhelmed is understandable, but it doesn’t have to be that way. After all, more than 5 million property purchases are made across America every year, so the process…
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Why Freddie Mac says we need 1.5m more homes

The state of America’s real estate market is a cornerstone in the debate about the health of America’s economy. It’s becoming an increasingly important part of the presidential election as folks weigh up how happy they feel about their own financial situation. High interest rates have weighed heavily on every borrower – that’s for sure.…
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Step up security to avoid summer vacation worries

We all love to escape on a summer vacation, but it’s important to spend a few moments considering how to safeguard your home while you’re away.  Unfortunately, empty homes can be attractive to those with less-than-good intentions. While the FBI doesn’t have specific data, some studies have found burglaries can increase by up to 11%…
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How to navigate housing market twists and turns

You’d be forgiven for thinking America’s real estate market is a bit of a puzzle with shifting headlines about interest rates, home prices, and inventory levels.  Without an experienced agent at your side, it’s easy to feel a little lost in these shifting sands.  While the number of homes coming onto the market is increasing,…
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Why new homes can be a viable option

Many folks don’t appreciate how quickly the real estate scene can change. The slightest movement in mortgage costs – especially when they fall – can trigger a mass movement of buyers looking to upgrade or enter the market in a matter of just a few weeks. And no sooner is that tsunami in motion than…
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Seven tips for choosing the right colors for your home

If you’re thinking of selling and wondering how to maximize the value of your property quickly – and on a budget – you’ll have to look very hard to find a better solution than repainting your home. A fresh coat of paint throughout the home will hide the dents and scratches that walls suffer as…
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Investors under pressure as Biden bids for 5% rent cap

Facing voter frustration at housing affordability, the White House has pushed legislation to Congress seeking to cap annual rent increases at 5% and punish corporate landlords by withdrawing their federal tax breaks if they ignore the limit. The Biden administration also pledged to repurpose public land in Nevada so 15,000 affordable housing units can be…
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Top 10 features that deliver a speedy sale

Once an owner has decided to put their home on the market, it’s amazing how often they just want to get it done and move on. The big, emotional decision is deciding that you’re ready to sell. After you’ve come to that conclusion, everything else is pretty much downhill. Seeking to get the deal done…
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Five tips for choosing outdoor furniture this summer

As the summer sun shines brightly, your outdoor space transforms into an extension of your home – a place to relax, entertain and create lasting memories.   Choosing the right patio furniture will enhance your lifestyle and help add value to your property.  As an experienced real estate agent in your neighborhood, I know that the…
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