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2020 Décor Trends You Want to Leave Behind
December 30, 2020
The pandemic has radically changed the way we live and work. It’s also had a significant impact on our home decor—and not necessarily for the better.After spending months inside, you’re probably beyond sick of looking at some of the COVID-related adjustments you’ve made. With the new year rolling in, and...
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2021 Hardwood Floor Trends for Your Home.
December 16, 2020
When it comes to renovating your home, there are few renovations that have as much of an impact as hardwood floors.But if you want your hardwood floors to feel stylish and on-trend in 2021, what kind of flooring should you install—or, if you’re renovating existing flooring, what kind of updates...
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Let it go! 8 seller beliefs that no longer hold true today
August 31, 2020
When it comes to real estate, people still hold on to a host of tired, old-school beliefs that are hard to shake off. But to ensure a successful sale, agents need to educate their sellers on how the process actually works today. Here's howBY CARA AMEERAugust 18, 2020Despite the abundance...
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Selling Your Home? Don’t Overlook These Key Details
April 20, 2020
When you’re selling your home, the steps you take to get your property ready for buyers can mean the difference between a quick and profitable sale and your home sitting on the market for months. And often, the best steps you can take to sell your home are the steps...
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Easy (And Affordable!) Staging Tips To Up Your Bedroom’s Appeal
March 16, 2020
The way you stage your home can go a long way in helping it to sell. Potential buyers need to be able to picture themselves at home in your property—and that’s especially true of the bedroom, where they’ll be spending a large chunk of time relaxing (and, of course, sleeping!).But...
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Home Features Buyers Want Right Now
February 10, 2020
Ideally, when you’re selling your home, your property will have the features buyers are looking for—and you can highlight those features in your listing to drum up more buyer attention. But what, exactly, are those features?Home remodeling Porch.com recently surveyed 980 recent home shoppers to find out their must-have features. According...
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Selling Your Home? These Quick Fixes Will Appeal To Buyers—And Help You Sell Faster
February 03, 2020
When you list your home, you want it to sell as quickly as possible. But in order for your home to sell quickly, it needs to appeal to buyers.A recent article from Redfin outlined quick DIY home improvement projects you can do to up your home’s appeal—and help it sell faster. Some...
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Is Buying A Fixer Upper Home Actually More Cost-Effective Than Purchasing a Move-In Ready Property?
September 08, 2019
Many people buy fixer-upper homes because they think it will save them money in the long run—but is that actually true?According to recent data, not necessarily.According to a recent survey from remodeling resource Porch, the majority of people who bought fixer-uppers did so in an effort to save money on the...
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Renovating Your Home? These Projects Will Deliver The Most Happiness Bang For Your Buck
March 12, 2019
When you invest in a home renovation project, you want to make sure it adds value to your property. But if you’re planning on staying in your home for awhile, you also want to make sure it adds value to your life.The 2019 Remodeling Impact Report from the National Association of...
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Listing Your Home? These 3 Simple Home Decor Touches Can Help It Sell
May 07, 2018
When you list your home, you want to do everything possible to make it appealing to buyers. And while you might think only big projects will make an impact, the truth is, simple home decor can make a big impact on potential buyers—and help your home sell.A recent video from Realtor.com outlined...
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9 Ways Home Flipping Shows Mislead Viewers
July 09, 2017
We all know the premise of home-flipping shows: An investor buys a veritable dump and then, with the help of a team of ready-and-willing contractors and landscapers, transforms it into the best-looking home on the block. Next, that intrepid buyer turns around and sells it for a hefty profit. Sounds...
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5 Ways to Improve Your Garage
June 19, 2017
If you have a garage, you know it offers a range of benefits. Not only does it shelter and protect your car from the elements, it also serves as a spot to store tools and other equipment.But, it’s easy (and common) for a garage to get so filled and disorganized...
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