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Home Buying Beneath the Surface: 8 Ways to Determine When a House Has Good Bones

  Maybe you’ve heard the phrase, “This house has good bones.” But just what does that saying actually mean?   For some, it’s a wise investment and a potential house to renovate and flip. But…


Simple Tricks for Organizing Your Garage

Is your house bursting at the seams? Have you run out of space to park your car? Did you deck the halls — and then some? It might be time to consider organizing your garage….


Moving & COVID-19: Here’s What You Need to Know

Moving during the flu season is one thing, but moving during a global pandemic? Though it might feel crazy, many systems and protocols are already in place, designed to keep you and your family safe…


Top Tips for Downsizing Your Home

Is it time to move into a smaller house? If you’re looking to down-size your space, whether to reduce debt or simply as a homeowner who needs less square feet than you currently have, here…


Top Online Tools in Your Home-buying Toolbox

Top Online Tools in Your Home-buying Toolbox   When it comes to using real estate websites, Zillow.com leads the list of most popular in the U.S., with approximately 36 million unique visitors per month, followed…


New House? The DIY List of What to Tackle First

New House? The DIY List of What to Tackle First There is no short list of projects to tackle when you’re a new homeowner, especially if you’re moving in to a fixer upper house. So…


10 Questions to Ask Before You Buy a Home

An experienced realtor and a good read-through on the MLS listing can yield all kinds of helpful information in deciding whether or not a home is right for you. From the schools in the area,…


5 Tips for Moving During the Holidays

Moving in any season can feel a bit disruptive to normal life routines. And moving during the holidays? Although it might seem daunting, sometimes a relocation late in the year is the only option. Here…


7 Tips to Choosing the Right Neighborhood for Your Next Home

One of the top criteria homebuyers mention is finding a house in a safe neighborhood. But how can you tell if a neighborhood is the right fit for you?  Here are 7 different categories to…


How to Make a Stress-Free Move: Keys to Maintaining Mental Health

Experts tell us moving can be among the more stress-inducing life events because there are so many decisions to be made. So take advantage of some tried-and-true secrets to maintain your mental health, even in…