We've all heard the motto of the Boy Scouts: "Be Prepared." When its founder was asked, "For what?" he answered, "Why, for any old thing." We will assume this includes a house full of Thanksgiving guests. Here are tips on how to create a relaxing Thanksgiving Day. … [Read more...] about How to Create a Relaxing Thanksgiving Day
Ways to Prevent Your Deals from Falling Through
Today's real estate landscape has never been more challenging when it comes to closing deals. Mortgage rates are at 20-year highs, marked by tight inventory, insurance hurdles and inflation. According to data compiled by Redfin, 15.7% of homes that went into contract in August 2023 fell through. This hurts your seller and can dramatically affect the perception of the property's value. Regardless of how you frame it, there is often a perceived blight on the property when it suddenly shows "back on market." Following are ways to prevent your deals from falling through: … [Read more...] about Ways to Prevent Your Deals from Falling Through
Here are 4 Expert Tips for Bathroom and Kitchen Remodel
According to nkba.org, the National Kitchen + Bath Association is the world's leading trade association for the kitchen and bath industry providing tools, research, certification, and events to thousands of professionals. Here are 4 expert tips for bathroom and kitchen remodeling. … [Read more...] about Here are 4 Expert Tips for Bathroom and Kitchen Remodel
Clever Ways to Hack High Interest Rates
Today's high interest rates are keeping many would-be buyers on the sidelines. Real estate sales are down 15.3% from the previous year of 2022, which were already down from the year before that. Today's interest rates currently average 7.61% - a big jump from just a year ago when the average was 5.34%. But some buyers simply must make a purchase now, regardless. Learning clever ways to hack high interest rates can help. Following are ways you can help your clients get some relief. … [Read more...] about Clever Ways to Hack High Interest Rates
Tips to Educate Your Family During Fire Prevention Week
The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has sponsored the public observance of Fire Prevention Week for nearly 100 years - making it the longest-running public health observance in the U.S. Here are tips to educate your family during Fire Prevention Week. … [Read more...] about Tips to Educate Your Family During Fire Prevention Week