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Once you decide that this Spring you want to buy a new home — or your first house — the question is, “Where do we start?” The answer lies in two sets of decisions: #1. Start With Success: Begin by deciding what success means to you. Clarify what you really want and why, not just what’s […]

If you’re in the market to buy a home and, especially, if it’s your first home, you’ve probably heard A TON about conventional and FHA loans. But just like you’re not like anyone else, your financial situation may not be either. The truth is that while you may think you need to go with one […]

Trends come and go. If you paint your walls the “provocative and thoughtful purple shade” of Ultra Violet, as Pantone, itself, calls it, you’re probably gearing up to repaint them in whatever the color authority deems the “it” shade next year. If you’d rather pick a paint chip or two and keep your space the […]

When sellers start the home-selling process, no one wants to think “What would happen if my home doesn’t sell?” But before you panic, recognize that there are many things that you can do so you don’t wind up in that position. Tip 1: Understanding the real estate market and the value of your home will […]

In real estate, “the one that got away” stories get told and retold, usually with little satisfaction to the teller. The real estate you didn’t buy, but still wish you had, can weigh heavily on your mind and may even top your “Big Regrets List.” Every piece of real estate, vacant or otherwise, is unique. […]

#1 Keep the house warm. While you don’t have to keep the heat on all the time, keep the house warm during showings. You don’t want people shivering while they look through the house. Set the thermostat to at least 70 degrees — whether you’ll be in the house or not. #2 Trim the outdoor […]