Sure, we're homeowners, but we also love to take it all outdoors. Outdoor kitchens are the perfect example of our desire to create a backyard oasis for all the same reasons we gather around an indoor kitchen. Here is how to make the most of these outdoor kitchen trends: … [Read more...] about How to Make the Most of These Outdoor Kitchen Trends
How to Make Smart Home Upgrades on a Budget
You don't have to spend a fortune to upgrade your home's smart features. Following is how to make smart home upgrades on a budget with three devices for less than $100: … [Read more...] about How to Make Smart Home Upgrades on a Budget
What to do Now to Maximize 2025
As we approach the end of the third quarter, it's hard to believe fall and winter are right around the corner. Summer has flown, and hopefully your real estate business thrived during the spring sell seasons of Q1 and Q2. So even though the year's end may feel far away, now is the perfect time to focus on how you want to finish out 2024 for a strong start to 2025. With that in mind, here's what to do now to maximize 2025: … [Read more...] about What to do Now to Maximize 2025
One Simple Solution for the New Commission Rules
August 17th came and went, the day the NAR Settlement rules fell into place. Everyone agrees it's been a confusing time for agents and consumers alike. Trying to sift through the new rules and be compliant have presented many challenges. Here's one simple solution for the new commission rules: START WITH A BUYER AGREEMENT The NAR Settlement requires agents to use Buyer Agreements (BAs) prior to showing property. The definition of a Buyer's Agent is that you do the following work on behalf of your buyer: The agreement must include a “specific and conspicuous” disclosure of the amount or rate of compensation you will receive. The amount of compensation must not be open-ended and can go lower but never over the agreed upon amount. PUT IT IN THE OFFER Here's where it … [Read more...] about One Simple Solution for the New Commission Rules
How to Create a Memorable Outdoor Summer Gathering
It's been a great summer so far, especially those summer nights. As fall approaches, now is the time to gather friends and food and make magic happen in your back yard. Following are tips on how to create a memorable outdoor summer gathering: … [Read more...] about How to Create a Memorable Outdoor Summer Gathering