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Moving 101: What to do before you move in?

Moving to a new home can be an exciting time. It can also feel like an endless to-do list. Long before you set foot in the new place, here’s a checklist with a few reminders…


Homebuying 101: What to Know BEFORE House-Hunting

So … you’ve seen all the HGTV you can muster, watched a ton of DIY videos, previewed the “Color of the Year” paint, and registered for a Zillow account. Think you’re ready to start house…


Homeowner Hacks: 10 Things to Clean Once-A-Month

They’re simple. But often overlooked. Yet completing this checklist of monthly cleaning items can help you avoid major issues — and expensive repairs in the future. What are we talking about? Whether you’re a new…


How to Get Your House on the Market ASAP

Helpful Tips to Get Your House on the Real Estate Market ASAP If you’re in the market to sell soon or simply trying to get ahead of the curve — when the time is “just…


How to Prepare for an Interstate Move

If you’re considering a long-distance or an interstate move, chances are you’re experiencing a full range of emotions. Excitement about new possibilities, mixed with a semblance of dread overall it entails between now and when…


One-Day Makeover: 3 Keys to Declutter a Closet

Q: At the end of the day, where do you deal with your hang-ups? A: Your closet. Kidding aside, what hangs in your closet is probably not something you think about constantly. But which clothes…


Buying or Selling? Real Estate Trends You Need to Know for 2021

The real estate market of 2020 took a definite hit when the pandemic first arrived, but the second half of the year proved there’s something awfully contagious besides just a virus: home sales. If you’re…


Home Decorating: 5 Simple Kitchen Tips

Whether you’re staging a home to wow buyers for an upcoming move or simply looking for a little update, there’s no doubt that the way the kitchen looks can influence the way the rest of…


Homebuying Checklist: Tips for the Final Walkthrough Before You Close

Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned real estate veteran, nobody wants to be caught unaware when making a big purchase, especially a new home. That’s why it’s so important to complete the final…


Home-Buying 101: 10 Words Every First-time Homeowner Needs to Know

 Maybe you didn’t take that high school consumer ed class all that seriously, or grew up immersed in a completely different industry. How do people make sense of all the home-buying vocab terms? Here are…