Congratulations, you just purchased a new home!  Once you get unpacked and settled in, there are some important things you should know about your new home.  Take some time to get acquainted with how your new property operates. The more you know, the less caught off guard you’ll be when problems arise and the faster […]

Should you paint your home before selling?  If it needs it, yes! Exterior Let’s first talk about the exterior.  Any painted surfaces such as siding, trim, exterior doors, should be painted if they are chipped, faded or dirty beyond cleaning.  The exterior of your home is the first impression for a potential buyer along with […]

Are Homeowners’ Associations a Good Thing?  I would say that answer depends on what is important to you. Let’s first talk about what a Homeowners’ Association is.  A HOA, or Homeowners’ Association, is a private organization typically established within a residential community or neighborhood to manage and enforce certain rules, regulations, and standards for the […]

Will things be better for home buyers next year?  I know a lot of people who think so or at least hope so.  The National Association of Realtors (NAR) reported recently that at least 20% of home buyers are waiting for interest rates or home prices to drop. Home Prices: Let’s address home prices in […]