Ask any experienced homeowner and you’ll learn that buying in a ‘hot’ real estate market can be challenging. A high supply of buyers competing for a low stock of available homes is a combination that can lead to bidding wars, price inflation and other headaches. The good news: with some careful preparation and the…

  As kitchen appliances go, there are few loved more than the dishwasher. They can be a major time saver – that is, if your dishes are coming out clean. Let’s take a quick look at a few steps you can take if your dishwasher is not doing its job. Give It A Good Cleaning …

Do you remember the first time you shopped for or purchased a home? If so, think back to that moment. What did you first notice? Do you remember certain aspects of the home’s appearance, or perhaps some unique landscape feature? Was it the bright color of the freshly-painted door or the glossy sheen from the…

  Are you looking to buy a new house in the near future? If so, one of the choices you will face is constructing your own brand-new home or buying an existing home. The idea of building a new house on the right piece of land might sound enticing, but what if you could have…

Tips for Making Your Home More Energy-Efficient An energy-efficient home can not only provide you with a more comfortable living space, but it can also help lower your bills and reduce the amount of energy you use. Here are some easy tips to make your home more energy efficient: Get a Smart Thermostat: A regular…

Should You Get a Home Inspection Before Selling Your Home? Let’s Take a Look   Is it time to upgrade or move on to a new home? If you are planning on listing your home for sale in the near future, you will have a few key considerations to make. Do we paint? Finish the…

4 Home Staging Ideas That Are Heavy on the “Wow” Factor but Light on the Wallet   Staging is one of the most important aspects of any home sale. The more attractive your home is to potential buyers, the faster you can finalize the sale and move on. With that in mind, let’s explore four…

Are you thinking about buying a new house or apartment? While the prospect of a new home is undoubtedly exciting, you may be dreading the thought at having to pack everything up and move. In today’s blog post we will explore three tips for purging old, unwanted or forgotten items before making a move into…

When you are purchasing a home, one of the most important things to consider is whether to get a home warranty.  A home warranty is an insurance policy that covers repairs or replacements for appliances and systems in your home that break down due to normal wear and tear. Let’s look at the importance of…

When shopping for a home warranty, there are many factors to consider, the most important of which are transparency, service, value, and integrity. We don’t have to tell you, you often get what you pay for. A home warranty is no exception to this rule. If you’re purely shopping for the absolute cheapest plan out…