You’ve been waiting for summer all year, but just how prepared is your home? You’re probably planning for a beach trip or some time to unplug, not a bug invasion or a sprinkler leak… All it takes is a little elbow grease in the meantime to ensure this summer goes off without a hitch! 1) […]
Declutter Your Living Spaces
Declutter Your Living Spaces. The average person will spend a total of 3,680 hours, or 1530 days of their life, searching for misplaces items. Typically, the only time many of us think about decluttering our homes or spaces is when we’re getting ready to move. Whether you’re moving or just want to save time and […]
5 Reasons School Ratings Matter
Schools can have a big impact on property value and quality of life. If you’re buying a home, here are a few reasons local school ratings matter – even if you don’t have kids. 1.The next buyer will consider school ratings, too According to a recent National Association of REALTORS Profile of Home Buyers and […]
Market Insights 2018
What’s in store for the market in 2018? While its impossible to know for sure, experts analyze current trends to predict what may happen. Home prices and values are expected to rise modestly. Home prices have been increasing around the country, with cities such as Dallas, Portland and Seattle experiencing the largest year-over-year price gains. […]
3 Things to Consider Before Registering Your Home on a Short-Term Rental Site
Once upon a time, the idea of renting out your home to a stranger while you left for vacation was considered quite odd. Enter changing consumer attitudes, the “sharing economy” and online services such as Airbnb, FlipKey (owned by TripAdvisor) and VRBO (owned by HomeAway, which is now owned by Expedia). Today, renting a room […]
Save Money on Home Energy This Winter
As we head into the winter months, you may notice one thing: an increase in your energy bill. The reduced amount of daylight drives us to turn on our lights sooner, while the cooler temperatures cause us to crank up the heat inside. The winter and summer months tend to be the most energy-intensive times […]
Home Selling 101
Selling a home may be a stressful experience, especially for first-time sellers. One of the best ways to ease anxiety and reduce stress is to know what to expect. Here’s a general overview of the selling process. While everyone’s experience may be different, these steps tend to be universal. Of course, once you’ve decided to […]
Advice for Today’s Home Sellers
Selling a home is an emotional process for many sellers, especially first-time sellers and those who have lived in their homes for a long time. People sell for many reasons; whatever yours is, here’s how to handle it. For all Sellers: The first time you sell a home, you may be anxious about the process. […]
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 […]
Check out the latest RE/MAX National Housing Data for December 2013
REMAX National Housing Report Dec 2013