Earth Day is celebrated in more than 190 countries and has helped citizens all over the world take notice of various environmental issues. From planting trees to recycling to looking at your home’s energy efficiency, Earth Day is a time to remember that we need to take care of our only home, the earth. Here […]

This weekend marks the start of Daylight Saving Time when we “spring forward” and set our clocks ahead. The result is a later sunset and more time to enjoy the daylight hours during the warmer months of the year. While many of the clocks we rely on – our phones, computers and cable boxes – […]

Plants and other landscaping details are a big part of creating curb appeal. While it’s easy to accomplish this in the warmer months of the year, during winter there are typically not many pops of color to be found. The good news is that it is not as hard as you might think to add […]

Even though we’re still in the midst of winter, it’s not too early to start thinking about the spring selling market. If you are planning to sell your home in the spring, a traditionally popular time for real estate sales, it’s actually a great idea to get started on your preparations now so you are […]

Selling a home is one of those things that seems easier than it really is. What many people don’t realize is that a real estate transaction has many facets that range from knowledge of local markets and pricing to the intricacies of contracts and closing documents. If you believe you are prepared to sell your […]

Halloween is quickly approaching, and it’s a great time to attract attention to a home for sale. As people make their way door to door while trick or treating with their children, they are able to get an up-close look at your home. In addition, because friends tend to gather together for the holiday festivities, […]

Fall officially began this week and cool, crisp air and changing leaves are not far behind. Along with apple picking, pumpkin carving and Halloween, fall is also a time when homeowners should complete some key maintenance tasks in order to prevent structural damage, save energy and keep their home’s systems running properly during the colder […]

As you probably know, the kitchen is one of the most highly scrutinized rooms in a home on the market. If your kitchen has recently been remodeled, the good news is that kitchen updates are among the best value-for-the-money projects, especially when it comes time to sell. If your kitchen is in need of refreshing, […]

According to Fannie Mae’s most recent monthly National Housing Survey, consumers are increasingly more positive about the housing market. In fact, when asked if they felt it was a good time to sell a home, 52 percent of survey respondents said they believe now is a good time to sell. This represents the first time […]

Valuable information for buyers and sellers. There are many financial benefits of owning a home, and a new study shows that buying a home now could help potential buyers save money well into the future. The inaugural Realtor.com Opportunity Cost Report analyzed financial reasons to buy a home, including the long-term financial impact of owning […]