Thanks to Marie Kondo and her hit Netflix series “Tidying Up,” home organization is looked at on a whole new level. Marie encourages her viewers to minimize their possessions and keep only those items that “spark joy.” With the start of the new year, now is the perfect time to do some holiday ... Continue Reading » about Top 6 Home Organization Upgrades that “Spark Joy” for Buyers
2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You)
Last year, one factor drove the real estate market more than any other: rising mortgage rates. In March 2022, the Federal Reserve began a series of interest rate hikes in an effort to pump the brakes on inflation.1 And while some market sectors have been slow to respond, the housing market has ... Continue Reading » about 2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You)
Are You Covered? A Homeowner’s Insurance Guide
No one likes to think about disasters. Severe weather, fire, theft—or even a seemingly small issue like a broken pipe—can wreak havoc on your home and result in thousands of dollars in damages. Fortunately, a good homeowners insurance policy can offer you peace of mind that you and your family will ... Continue Reading » about Are You Covered? A Homeowner’s Insurance Guide
Home for the Holidays: How To Stretch Your Budget in a Season of Inflation
You don't have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style—even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything from food to gifts to decorations, but there are still plenty of opportunities to eke out extra savings. For example, according to the U.S. Environmental ... Continue Reading » about Home for the Holidays: How To Stretch Your Budget in a Season of Inflation
‘Tis the Season: 5 Reasons Why Winter is a
Great Time to Buy or Sell a Home
‘It’s a common misconception that you shouldn’t try to buy or sell a home during the fall and winter months.
This is generally considered the “offseason” in real estate. Many sellers mistakenly believe that the cold weather will keep buyers away and that no one is looking over the holidays. ... Continue Reading » about ‘Tis the Season: 5 Reasons Why Winter is a
Great Time to Buy or Sell a Home
10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community This Holiday Season
This year has demonstrated, perhaps more than ever, the importance of our family, friends, neighbors, and community. It truly “takes a village” to keep a community functioning effectively, whether that’s by keeping our waterways clean, feeding the hungry, teaching our kids, or supporting small ... Continue Reading » about 10 Ways to Give Back to Our Local Community This Holiday Season