Do you feel your credit stands in the way of getting approved for financing for a home or new car? Having bad credit can do more than prevent you from getting approved for a loan; you may also have to pay more for insurance and provide a security deposit on utilities if you move. Financial […]
How to Make Moving Easier
Spring and summer are busy times in the real estate market. Although many people look forward to having a fresh start in a new place, they may be anxious about the moving process itself. Here are a few tips to help make it easier. 1. Lighten up. Whether you’re hiring movers or renting a truck […]
How to Move with Children and Pets
Moving with children and pets can be stressful. Since they thrive on routine, breaking it will often cause them to act out, especially when they’re younger. Make the move easier with the following tips: 1.Start preparing them ahead of time. For children, have a question-and-answer conversation about where you’re moving and why. While older children […]
Get the Paint Job You’ll Love
Did you know one gallon of paint typically covers 400 square feet of living space with two full coats? If you’re not entirely sure which color you want, ask for small samples and try them out on the wall before you commit. If You Plan to Do it Yourself: Painting can be fun, but before […]
7 Ways to Invest in Yourself- Part 2
Invest in Yourself According to personal development legend Jim Rohn, “to have more than you’ve got, become more than you are.” That’s where personal growth comes in. Personal development includes activities that help you improve your hard and soft skills, cultivate your talents and tap into your potential so you can improve your overall quality […]
7 Ways to Invest Yourself-Part 1
According to personal development legend Jim Rohn, “to have more than you’ve got, become more than you are.” That’s where personal growth comes in. Personal development includes activities that help you improve your hard and soft skills, cultivate your talents and tap into your potential so you can improve your overall quality of life. These […]
Good News for Homeowners with Flood Insurance!
Good News for Homeowners with Flood Insurance! “This bipartisan bill will save many homeowners thousands of dollars a year and protect America’s recovering housings market,” says Senate majority leader Harry Reid, D-Nev. The 86-13 vote stopped a Senate filibuster of the flood insurance bill co-sponsored by Sens. Robert Menendez, D-N.J., and Johnny Isakson, R-Ga. The […]
Is your Realtor “State of the Art”?
Is your Realtor “State of the Art”? The job of a Realtor requires coordinating among multiple people by printing, scanning, faxing and overnighting documents, and perhaps driving across town to get signatures. But today, state of the art Realtors are armed with the latest technology to facilitate a transaction. Obtaining electronic signatures is one of the most efficient and […]
Hosting a New Year’s Eve party?
Hosting a #NewYearsEve holiday party? The queen of craft, Martha Stewart, has 15 festive decorating ideas for your home: Festive Ideas for Decorating your home (opens in a new window)
Why are home inspections important?
Why are home inspections important? One of the best pieces of advice you can heed when it comes to buying a house is to order a home inspection. Regardless of whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or an old pro, you might have on rose-colored glasses when it comes to buying a house – your future home. Luckily, a certified home inspector […]