Having your offer accepted feels great—but for most home buyers, it’s just the beginning. There is still a lot more to be done before you’re over the front threshold. Here’s a rundown of what comes next. Home Appraisal and Inspection The next step is getting your home appraised and inspected.… read more →
Choosing a home in an unfamiliar neighborhood can be nerve-racking, but it’s almost inevitable when moving to a new city—or even across town. There’s a lot at stake: The wrong decision can cost you money and peace of mind. Here are some tips to guide you in your search. Mission:… read more →
We love to find new tricks for commonly used items found in our homes. Being able to be frugal without even knowing it; priceless. These 7 common items that we use every day, and most likely, in your possession right now, could help you battle a household dilemma. Read on,… read more →
Don’t forget to plan ahead! Moving with a cat or dog can be challenging, but it’s something that can be accomplished without any great hazards if done correctly. When moving day comes, it will be to your benefit to get everything done as efficiently as possible. Cats will need to… read more →
If your home has an extra bedroom, chances are it serves multiple purposes. Perhaps it’s a playroom for your kids, or maybe a home office for you. Whatever it’s primary function, it is likely used for guests from time to time as well. The holiday season, for instance, is one time… read more →
You come home to an open front door, a ransacked house, and missing valuables. How did a burglar know you’d be gone? How did they get in? Successful burglars have lots in common — home owners who unwittingly give invitations to robbery. Your friendly neighborhood burglars share advice on how to… read more →
Buying a new home can be quite the undertaking, and in many ways, it’s a numbers game. Here are five stats, numbers and percentages you’ll need to be familiar with – to give you that winning edge: Shopping Online Let your fingers do the walking. Did you know that today… read more →
Buying, Selling, Renting, or Property Management: It can all be confusing, stressful and add more to your life than you really need. A highly qualified Realtor can make your Real Estate transaction go more smoothly and put some ease in your mind. Realtors subscribe to a strict code of ethics… read more →
Bad neighbors can be a serious problem, according to the Appraisal Institute. An unkempt yard, proximity to a sex offender or having certain commercial facilities nearby, such as a power plant or funeral home, can reduce the value of surrounding homes by as much as 15%. The impact can vary… read more →
National Cherry Blossom Festival March 20 – April 17, 2016. See the blossoming of thousands of cherry trees on the Tidal Basin in Washington, DC. The capital welcomes spring with this annual tradition begun by the gift of 600 trees to the United States from Japan in 1912. Don’t miss… read more →