If you want to increase your home’s value before listing it, there are three projects you can do that will improve its sustainability and make it more attractive to buyers. If you are thinking of selling your home, think sustainability. A new survey by the National Association of Realtors just came out, and it made some remarkable points. For examp…

If you’re buying a home with a mortgage, you absolutely need to get a pre-approval first. Here’s why. There's no doubt about it. It's a very competitive market today if you are looking to buy a home. Inventory is near record lows, and more and more homebuyers are entering the market. This means you need every advantage to grab that perfect home whe…

The best time of year to sell your home might not be what you think it is. Here’s what we mean. There's a bit of a controversy brewing among real estate experts. The topic is the best time of year to sell a home. On one hand, real estate agents across the country agree: Spring is the best time to sell your home. However, do the facts actually suppo…

Many homeowners are tapping into their home’s equity. Here’s why. Do you notice that pile of cash you're sitting on right now? I'm not joking. 42 million homeowners with mortgages have equity in their home right now. When added up, tappable home equity recently reached $5.5 trillion. That's about $3 trillion more than when the housing market bottom…

Here are three ways to winterize your home. Making these improvements will save you money and add value to the home. Winterizing your home can pay for itself and then some. It can help you save money on costly repairs. The right project could save you money directly in the form of lower utility bills. The right winterization project could significa…

Why are homebuyers more optimistic than they have been in the past few years? Here’s what we found. Here’s a paradox for you: Right now, homebuyer confidence is at an all-time high, according to a survey performed by Fannie Mae. Furthermore, an increasing number of people, particularly renters, think now is a good time to buy a home. Yet at the sam…

Real estate investing is on the rise. Here are five different ways you can get involved. Investing in real estate is no longer restricted to the super wealthy. According to a recent survey, real estate investors now make up 15% of the population. That translates to almost 50 million individuals who invest in at least one property other than their p…

If you plan on selling your home, there are five simple things you can do to entice homebuyers in record time. If you plan on selling your home, here are five tips to help you entice buyers in record time: 1. Stage the house. Make sure the property is depersonalized and decluttered. You want to showcase the space, not your belongings. People want t…

This summer is shaping up to be the perfect storm for home sellers in our market. However, you need to act fast. If you’ve been considering selling your home, now is the time to do it. This summer is shaping up to be one of the most favorable seasons in recent years to sell your home quickly and for top dollar. However, this moment won’t last forev…

Today I want to share my three top tips to help first-time homebuyers protect themselves during this crucial period. Buying your first home can be an incredibly exciting time. However, it requires a huge commitment and a sizable investment. That’s why I want to share my three top tips to help first-time homebuyers protect themselves during this cru…

Today, I'd like to show you a few steps you can take to help sell your home if you are a pet owner. If you have a pet and you're looking to sell your home, then read on for some helpful advice. The good news is, many homebuyers are looking for a pet-friendly home. Two out of three of us have a pet, and 61% of pet owners say they have trouble findin…

Selling a home is a complicated process. Here’s a simple rule to remember when it comes to pricing correctly. Having a strong pricing strategy is one of the most important parts of selling a home. A seller may be under the impression that if they price a home too high and they don’t get the amount of showings or offers they like, they can just redu…

Some people think spring is the only time you can sell a home. This is far from the truth. We are answering one of the most common questions we get from sellers today. They want to know, “Should I list my home now or wait until spring?” Don’t wait for spring to list your property. Statistically, buyers who are looking during the winter are more ser…

In our current market, inventory is low and so are the interest rates. This is good news for both buyers and sellers. As a real estate agent, one question I get asked all the time is, “Are we in a buyer’s or seller’s market?” With inventory being so low and seller’s almost always getting asking price, I’d say we’re in a really good seller’s market.…