Every good agent will talk to you about the importance of making a favorable first impression with prospective buyers. We’ll tell you you’ve invested marketing dollars on photography and advertising on aggregator websites to attract buyers, and you could waste all that money if you don’t create a great first impression. Many buyers will judge…
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Are you looking at your small backyard this summer and wondering how you can transform it into a space you can enjoy? If your home isn’t blessed with a lot of space, it’s easy to think it’s just too hard to turn it into a haven from the hustle and bustle of the outside world.…
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These lazy days of summer can lull you into a false sense of security if you’re planning to sell your home this fall. Consider spending some of your spare time working on your home to maximize its value, even if that means missing out on the occasional trip to enjoy the warm weather. Making a…
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With our summer now in full swing, it’s the perfect time to enjoy your garden or lounge around on your deck or patio. The idea of ice-cold drinks and basking in the sunshine is perfect – but there can be one small and persistent problem: mosquitoes. Did you know there are more than 3,500 different…
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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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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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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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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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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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Are the bare walls of your home starting to feel blah? Have you been reading some of the popular home interior magazines and discovered the new super-cool wallpapers that are all the rage? And are you just itching to start hanging wallpaper? If you are, I can’t blame you! Wallpaper selection and quality have improved…
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