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Open House Tips for Potential Homebuyers

Open House Tips for Potential Homebuyers

Open houses have been a staple for home listings for decades. Often these are attended by people just driving by on a weekend day or neighbors curious about pricing and upgrades, but they can also be a strategic aspect of searching for a new home. Often overlooked,...

Why a Condo Could Be Your Best First Home

Why a Condo Could Be Your Best First Home

Are you ready to buy your first home but the price of single-family homes is too high to manage? A single-family home is not only more expensive but could lead to thousands of dollars in repairs and upkeep after the purchase. With higher interest rates putting...

Selling A Home In A Flood Zone

Selling A Home In A Flood Zone

Selling a home in a flood zone can be a complex process, but with the right approach, you can navigate the challenges effectively. Whether you're moving for personal reasons or looking to capitalize on a new opportunity, understanding the unique aspects of flood zone...

7 Must-Have Apps for New Homeowners

7 Must-Have Apps for New Homeowners

We live in a fast-paced, digital world. Most home buyers start their search online and many rely on apps throughout the process. So, it makes sense that once they have the keys, they continue to look for technology to help them create and maintain their new home. Here...

Cool Design Trends Making a Comeback

Cool Design Trends Making a Comeback

You know the saying, “what’s old is new again.” Never is this truer than in home décor. This is one of the reasons that top interior designers tell their clients to decorate to their taste and create spaces that are personal and not beholden to the latest big-box...

What is a Down Payment Gift?

What is a Down Payment Gift?

When it comes to buying a home, one of the most significant hurdles many first-time buyers face is the down payment. However, a down payment gift can alleviate some of that burden. Understanding what a down payment gift is and who can provide one can make the...

What is a Down Payment Gift?

What is a Down Payment Gift?

When it comes to buying a home, one of the most significant hurdles many first-time buyers face is the down payment. However, a down payment gift can alleviate some of that burden. Understanding what a down payment gift is and who can provide one can make the...

Is the DIY Trend Over or Just Getting Going?

Is the DIY Trend Over or Just Getting Going?

Since the launch of HGTV, the DIY (Do It Yourself) projects have been all the rage. Young and old DIYers have spent their weekend browsing the big box home stores and searching for YouTube how-to videos. Then they spend their free time doing everything from knocking...

Should I Use A Friend As My Real Estate Agent?

Should I Use A Friend As My Real Estate Agent?

There are lots of articles warning people about the problem of using a friend as a real estate agent. Concerns range from their level of experience to the impact it may have on their friendship if something goes wrong. While it is important to use an agent, friend or...