Springtime is usually a busy season in the real estate market as buyers aim to sync their search with favorable weather and family needs. However, the shadow of the recent settlement with the National Association of Realtors (NAR) is leaving many buyers and sellers hesitant.
We aim to cut through the panic and legal jargon to cover what’s important to YOU.
Planning a move – even just across town – can be daunting. There is a lot to think about, and a lot to do. Add to that the sale of your home, and selling your home and moving may feel overwhelming at times, especially if you are moving for your job. But why is selling...
Have you ever wondered what does a real estate agent do? Well the answer is a lot but not as much as they once did. There is an entire generation that remembers how real estate used to be. Only 20 years ago, real estate agents would meet home buyers carrying a book as...
We get asked frequently, "How much are real estate commissions?" or, "What is the commission you pay to a real estate agent to help you buy or sell a home?" Most people think the answer is around 6%, split between the buyer’s and seller’s agent which is usually...
If you are getting ready to buy or sell a home, you'll want to do your homework. Not all homes are the same, new construction, foreclosure, short sale, or traditional sales, they're all different. A SWOT analysis (which stands for Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities,...
Homeowners looking to sell their home are always on the lookout for shortcuts that can net them higher offers and sell their home fast. From staging tricks and pleasant aromas to favorable paint colors and more, there is an endless amount of information out there to...
You've got a real estate sign in your yard, your house has never been this clean, and you've never wanted unexpected company so badly in your life. So what gives? Why aren't you seeing more showings on your home? Look, even in a seller's market, listing your home...
We've all had that moment of walking into someone's home or a store and gagging from a super strong smell. If a scent is too powerful, it’s distracting, making it difficult to make decisions. However, if it is a pleasant subtle smell, it can make shopping more...
So you've found that dream home and you're ready to start the next chapter. But, one big thing (actually little thing) can make this process harder. We all know that moving is stressful, even for the most mature adults. But for some children and adults, moving with...
So the time has come to move and you need to sell your home. As soon as you mention it, recommendations for a great agent or from your friends who are agents start coming out of the woodwork. It's fine that you trust these people, and they may have some great...
Oh, first impressions! They matter in so many facets of life. Real estate is no exception. When a potential buyer pulls up, they are taking stock from the minute they read the house number. We get asked by sellers daily about how to improve curb appeal. There's a lot...
Moving with Pets Packing up all of your things and moving into a new home is incredibly exciting, but you may not realize how stressed your pet can feel when you introduce the chaos of moving boxes, packing tape and moving trucks into their lives. We have heard...
You know that old saying, “Strike while the iron’s hot”? Well, if you've been wondering if you should sell your house, the answer is yes. The iron is hot; strike now! You won’t strike out, we promise. If you’ve considered listing your house, now it’s your time. The...
Little people are messy. They leave their toys out and leave wrappers on the couch. Even if you're a strict parent, you know what we are talking about. Moving is hard and it's even harder when you have kids, especially showing your house with kids at home. They keep...
Oh, first impressions! They matter in so many facets of life. Real estate is no exception. When a potential buyer pulls up to look at you home, they are taking stock from the minute they read the house number. Here are five major ways to improve your curb appeal and...
Let's face it. Buying or selling a home can be pretty stressful. Real estate comes wrapped up with a lot of emotions. It is exciting, sometimes scary and full of processes and procedures. So what is the secret for making it through unscathed? Here are a few tips that...
Are you considering selling your home or just looking to spruce it up? Either way, first visual impressions matter, whether you're a human or a house and a picture is worth a thousand words. In real estate, curb appeal, the attractiveness of a house's exterior as...