Homeowner Resources

Is your home’s listing barely creating a buzz on the market? Certain things will keep potential buyers from taking that next step toward purchasing a home. Is your house overpriced? Have you offered adequate descriptions of the property for interested parties? Does your home look inviting to potential buyers on the internet? The last thing you want is to have your property sit on the market for a long time. If your property is generating very little interest, make sure your home listing is working for you. Here are three things you and your agent can re-visit: … [Read more...] about Make Sure Your Home Listing is Working For You

Buying a home is one of the biggest decisions you can make. It affects your financial health - it changes the way you live your life and how you spend your money. Owning real estate has its advantages, of course. Real property builds equity and is a great source of tax deductions, but is it the right time for you to hand over your freedom and flexibility for the responsibility of homeownership? It's a thought most of us will ponder at some point. Buy vs. rent: Know the Benefits of Each. … [Read more...] about Buy vs. Rent: Know The Benefits of Each

Celebrate your father, or father figures in your life this Father's Day with some activities that may be outside his ordinary routine. Picnic or Grill Outdoors Make a mess outside by getting your family together for a picnic or a barbecue. If there are young children involved, assign them a special task for preparing the meal that's appropriate for their age and abilities. Children will enjoy making Father's Day special with food preparation and planning. … [Read more...] about Celebrate Father’s Day with a Break From the Routine

So, your want to make some upgrades to your home, but don't have the extra money. We have a few suggestions for projects that will update the look of your home, whether you're looking to attract buyers or just enjoy the updates yourself. Here a some Big DIY Home Improvement Projects for a Tiny Budget. … [Read more...] about Big DIY Home Improvement Projects For a Tiny Budget

According to the American Kennel Club, dogs dig for many reasons, but the core of the behavior goes back to a dog’s wolf ancestors. In fact, that instinctual tendency is why some breeds were originally used for hunting animals in underground dens. It doesn't take an expert to tell us how much dogs enjoy digging. We watch our own domesticized dogs dig a "hole" in their bedding before settling in for sleep. However, the last place you want your 4-legged friend to destroy is that garden you've spent weeks nurturing and coaxing to grow. Here's how to dog-proof your growing garden. … [Read more...] about Here’s How to Dog-Proof Your Growing Garden