Here’s to a Wonderful 2020!
We hope 2020 is a great year for you, both personally and professionally!
Ten Tips for a Healthy, Stress-Free Holiday
Happy holidays! I’d like to give you the gift of less stress this season. Before you let your to-do list overwhelm you, check out the tips below to have a healthy and stress-free holiday. You will find little hacks on how to beat the germs, navigate your holiday shopping and re-energize your spirit. Cheers to… Read More Ten Tips for a Healthy, Stress-Free Holiday
Gifts and Gadgets for Every Room in the House
Are you searching for new and innovative gift ideas this holiday season? If so, check out our list of the hottest home technology offerings. We’ve selected a few of our favorites for every room in the house. These smart systems and devices add comfort, convenience, and a “cool factor” that will delight your friends and… Read More Gifts and Gadgets for Every Room in the House
5 Steps to Finding Your Next Home
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, shopping for a new home can feel daunting. In fact, 56% of buyers said that “finding the right property” was the most difficult step in the home buying process.1 Buying a home is a significant commitment of both time and money. And a home purchase has… Read More 5 Steps to Finding Your Next Home
Everything You Need to Know About iBuyers and the “Instant Cash Offer”
Technology is changing the way we do almost everything, and real estate transactions are no exception. In fact, a new crop of tech companies wants to revolutionize the way we buy and sell homes. iBuyer startups like Opendoor, Offerpad, and Properly are rapidly expanding into new territories, and now established players, like Zillow, are starting… Read More Everything You Need to Know About iBuyers and the “Instant Cash Offer”
National Snapshot: How’s the Real Estate Market?
The U.S. unemployment rate is at a 50-year low, and consumer confidence remains high. In fact, the University of Michigan’s latest Surveys of Consumers found that Americans have their most positive personal finance outlook since 2003.1 However, if you follow national news, you’ve probably heard speculation that we could be headed toward a recession. Global… Read More National Snapshot: How’s the Real Estate Market?
5 Step Strategy for Downsizing Your Home
In our “bigger is better” culture, there’s an expectation that each home should be larger and grander than the last. But life changes like divorce, kids leaving for college, or even the simple act of growing older can prompt us to find a smaller home that better suits our shifting needs and lifestyle. In fact,… Read More 5 Step Strategy for Downsizing Your Home
The Cost of Waiting: Interest Rates Edition
Some Highlights: Interest rates are projected to increase steadily heading into 2020. The higher your interest rate, the more money you will end up paying for your home and the higher your monthly payment will be. Rates are still low right now – don’t wait until they hit 5% to start searching for your dream home!
Will Your Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel. Some homeowners make updates to their property before listing it to maximize their potential sales revenue.… Read More Will Your Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
5 Reasons to Sell Your House This Summer
5 Reasons to Sell Your House This Summer Here are 5 compelling reasons listing your home for sale this summer makes sense. 1. Demand Is Strong The latest Buyer Traffic Index from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows that buyer demand remains strong throughout the vast majority of the country. These buyers are ready, willing, and able to… Read More 5 Reasons to Sell Your House This Summer
Meredith Catrett 