You own your home and can do what you like with it…right? Yes! No! Maybe??? As a homeowner, you’re entitled to certain property rights that will enable you to enjoy living in your home more fully. So, YES … you are in control of many things when it comes to your property, what you do […]

Do you know what you need to look out for when buying a home? If not, here are the top 5 things you need to consider so you can quickly move on to the next listing and not have any regrets. 1)     Location and Neighborhood No matter what type of home you buy – condo, […]

As a homeowner, you can benefit from tax breaks that can shave thousands of dollars off your IRS bill each year, which could mean a higher refund check. Since it’s that time of year when we gather our documents and work on getting our taxes in as soon as possible, I wanted to remind you […]

Theres lots of talk about whether off-market properties are a good or bad idea, so I wanted to clarify this for you. An off-market property is a home that is not listed on the MLS. Buyers and sellers often think that an off-market property provides a more “exclusive” transaction. Before you move forward with an […]

It’s both exciting and a little scary to buy a home. That feeling of nervousness and not knowing what to expect is normal!  That’s why it’s important to have a strategy from start to finish if you want to find the right home for you. And part of that strategy is to avoid some common […]

Staging is more popular than ever when it comes to selling a home. But you might wonder if it’s worth the inconvenience and upfront costs. Even with a well-maintained (and well-decorated!) home, staging can increase the price you get for your home and decrease the time it stays on the market.  When it comes to […]

Buying a home takes a lot of preparation and planning. It’s important to get your finances in order and other tasks done before you even start house hunting! Keep in mind that this early stage of the buying process doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time on your part even before we start working together. That […]

You can feel the attraction immediately and imagine a picture-perfect life together for many years ahead.  You’ve fallen hard, very hard …. But wait! We’re not talking about your latest date but rather a home you saw while house hunting. Yes, buying a home is like falling in love. You can expect to go through […]

As a homeowner, you never know when you’ll face unexpected and costly repairs for your home.  One way to mitigate the anxiety of being a homeowner and being responsible for things that break before they should is to get a home warranty.   Home warranties have gotten a bad rap in the past, but like […]

Typically, most buyers are out and about buying homes in the Spring market.  The Spring market around here starts as early as February.  But there are already homes coming on the market, and you could be the “early bird” buyer who gets the home! Here’s how to get started: Look at your Finances & Budget […]