We all know that the housing market is cyclical, not only in home values but also when it comes to activity. There’s a reason your inbox will be flooded with messages from REALTORs come March, signaling the start of spring market. Spring and summer have long held their position as the best time to list, but technology has […]
Get your home ready for the Fall!
Spring Housing Market Activity 2015 was widely considered to be the year housing regained its footing from the depths of the Great Recession: Home appreciation returned equity to places that hadn’t seen it in nearly a decade, interest rates promoted homeownership, and investors have started using a real estate investment strategy or two. The housing market […]
Newer homes will struggle to maintain temperature and older homes will NOT maintain temperature and the temperature WILL drop while the heating system is working at full capacity. 1. Please raise the temperature in your home by 2 to 4 degrees above your normal setting.2. Take all programmable thermostats out of setback mode and set […]
As with every decision in life, there are pros and cons, and choosing when to sell a home is no different. There are many factors that need to be taken into consideration before deciding when to sell a home. Many homeowners believe selling a home during the fall or winter […]
Seed: Seeding and overseeding will help inject new life into thinning grass, help fill in bare areas, and introduce grass varieties. Fertilize: Fall fertilizing helps lawns maintain future health and appearance. Be sure to factor in the types of grass in the lawn and the climate before fertilizing. Cool-season grasses should generally be fertilized […]
Trick-or-treating safety tips 1. Provide adult supervision Trick or treat is safer – not to mention more fun – in groups, and adult supervision is essential. So get together with other adults and make an evening of it. Bring cellphones for quick pictures and emergencies, but leave them in your pockets to avoid getting […]
1) KEEP THINGS TIDY. All of the most adorable decorations in the world won’t feel cozy and inviting if they’re surrounded by clutter. It’s generally better to spend your time tidying up and just put a few decorations out here-and-there than it is to have a ton of items that are partially buried under […]
Starting the new school year can be a time of great excitement… and anxiety. Help calm your child’s fears (and your own) with these teacher-approved tips. Meet the new teacher. For kids, one of the biggest back-to-school fears is “Will I like my new teacher?” Breaking the ice early on is one of the […]
Planning Some of us are natural planners, and some of us…not so much. But a little planning can go a long way in making your next cookout or BBQ extra special for your family and friends! Thinking through the simple “who, what, when, and where” of your next party can save you a lot of […]