Embarking on a home renovation is exciting, but choosing the wrong contractor can lead to costly mistakes. In my latest guide, I outline seven common pitfalls to avoid when hiring a contractor, including skipping research, choosing based solely on price, and neglecting to verify credentials. Avoiding these mistakes will help ensure your renovation stays on track and within budget. Remember, your home is one of your biggest investments, and taking the time to hire the right contractor is essential for a successful project. Ready to get started? Reach out today for trusted referrals and a free consultation!
Read MoreTop 4 Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Mortgage
With home prices and rates still relatively high, securing a mortgage can feel daunting—even to the most experienced borrowers. But don't let that deter you: If other homebuyers' experiences are any indication, odds are you'll eventually find a home loan that works well for you.
Read More6 Strategies to Save on Home Insurance Premiums
For most homeowners, comprehensive home insurance coverage is crucial for financial security—but massive rate increases can turn a once-affordable home into a financial burden. They can also pose a serious challenge for sellers. A home insurance policy is typically required to get a mortgage, and, in some hard-hit regions, we’re seeing sales fall through or homes sit on the market because insurance policies are unattainable or too expensive.5,6
Read MoreSeller's Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale
We’re still in a seller’s market, but that doesn’t mean your home is guaranteed to easily sell.1 If you want to maximize your sale price, it’s still important to prepare your home before putting it on the market.
Read MorePlanting trends in the next ten years by Jenny Mandt, Owner, Garden Coaching Solutions
To have something to look forward is important to all of us so let me share with you about some future garden trends that I learned about in a webinar from a well-known plant supplier. Some of these are quite interesting and could really make a difference in the look of your garden in the future. These six gardening trends will focus on plants, shrubs and trees found in our area.
Read More9 Popular Home Design Features for 2022
There’s a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where you’ll go next. Don’t forget, however, that design is also a key factor. It’s often one of the first things buyers notice when they walk into a home, and it’s also a detail that you, as a seller, can easily control.
Read MoreQUICK TIP: There's An App For That
When it comes to making those home tasks and ambitions easier, “there’s an app for that.” Here are a few helpful apps offered on your preferred device platform:
Read MoreTara's Local Gift Guide For Everyone on Your List
Every year, it seems the holidays sneak up on us - and every year, that brings with it the dreaded last-minute gift panic. Finding a present that hits all the right notes can be surprisingly stressful, even when it comes to people you’ve known for years.
Read MoreNew Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right For You?
Homebuyers today are facing a huge dilemma. There simply aren’t enough homes for sale. Given the limited number of available properties, if you’re a buyer in today’s market, you may need to expand your search to include both new construction and resale homes. But it can feel a little like comparing apples to oranges. Let’s take a closer look at some of the factors you should take into account when choosing between a new build or an existing home.
Read MoreYour Home is Your Safe Place – Here are 7 Tips to Keep It That Way
According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with homeowners suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home break-in.
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