10 Ways to Make Your Home Irresistible at an Open House

1. Put fresh or silk flowers in principal rooms for a touch of color. 2. Add a new shower curtain, fresh towels, and new guest soaps to every bath. 3. Set out potpourri or fresh baked goods for a homey smell. 4. Set the table with pretty dishes and candles. 5. Buy a fresh doormat […]

7 Steps to Preparing for an Open House

1. Hire a cleaning service. A spotlessly clean home is essential; dirt will turn off a prospect faster than anything. 2. Mow your lawn, and be sure toys and yard equipment are put away. 3. Serve cookies, coffee, and soft drinks. It creates a welcoming touch. But be sure the kitchen has been cleaned up; […]

5 Ways to Speed Up Your Sale

1. Price it right. Set a price at the lower end of your property’s realistic price range. 2. Get your house market-ready for at least two weeks before you begin showing it. 3. Be flexible about showings. It’s often disruptive to have a house ready to show on the spur of the moment, but the […]

Tips for Packing Like a Pro

1. Develop a master “to do” list so you won’t forget something critical. 2. Sort and get rid of things you no longer want or need. Have a garage sale, donate to a charity, or recycle. 3. Don’t throw out everything. If your inclination is to just toss it, ask yourself how frequently you use […]

12 Tips for Hiring a Remodeling Contractor

1. Get at least three written estimates. 2. Get references and call to check on the work. If possible, go by and visit earlier jobs. 3. Check with the local Chamber of Commerce or Better Business Bureau for complaints. 4. Be sure that the contract states exactly what is to be done and how change […]

5 Reasons You Need a REALTOR®

5 Reasons You Need a REALTOR® 1. A real estate transaction is complicated. In most cases, buying or selling a home requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, and multi-page government-mandated settlement statements. A knowledgeable guide through this complexity can help you avoid delays or costly mistakes. 2. Selling or buying a […]

12 Microwave Hacks That Will Change Your Cooking Game

I never realized just how much I relied on my microwave until I didn’t have one. When I moved into my first adult apartment and discovered it wasn’t equipped with one, I was panicked. Suddenly, tasks that had been so simple became annoyingly complicated: I had to dirty a whole pot if I wanted to melt butter, […]

9 Interior Painting Tips for the DIY Painter

Many homeowners possess basic painting preparation. They know that it’s important to use drop cloths, painters tape and stir paint thoroughly. But did you know that a golf ball can help maintain paint quality, or that microwaving paint tape can make it more manageable? With most DIY painting projects, knowing a few additional painting techniques […]

5 Budget-Friendly Design Tips For Your Home

Appreciate the home you have and make it the home you love with a few easy-to-implement design tips.   Updating your home is not only a way to increase property value, but it is also a means to create an environment and atmosphere that is welcoming and refreshing to you and your entire household. There […]

7 Smart Steps Every New Homeowner Should Take

Few things are more exciting than leaping from being a renter to being a first-time homeowner. Getting swept up in all the excitement is a wonderful feeling, but some first-time homeowners lose their heads and make mistakes that can jeopardize everything they’ve worked so hard to earn. Following a series of practical steps early in […]