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Highlands Home Listing Market Share Week of June 11
Below is the June 11, 2018 Listing Data being referenced in The Proliferation of Real Estate Agencies in Denver. Agency Market Share in Highlands, Week of June 11 Agency Highlands June Listings Agency Market Share LIV Sotheby's International Realty 7 7.7% TRELORA 5...
What is the Best Scent for Selling a 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...
What You Should Know About New Construction
Many people have turned to new construction homes to get exactly what they want when buying a home in 2018. The demand for new construction homes has dramatically increased in recent years becoming an easy alternative for home buyers who want a custom home without the...
The Origin of the Master Bedroom
We all dream of an amazing master bedroom, but the masters we see today, with large walk-in closets and double-sink vanities haven't always been that way. They have only risen to popularity within the last fifty years. But when did master bedrooms start being a...
5 Things That Will Give You a Professional Home Kitchen
Have you always wanted professional home kitchen? If you cook and entertain regularly, having the perfect space to do so is incredibly important. The kitchen is often the center of the home and making it everything you’ve ever wanted and keeping it organized is sure...
5 Tips for Moving with Kids
https://www.bhg.com/home-improvement/moving/movers/best-interstate-moving-companies/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...
Should I Sell My House Myself or Use a Real Estate Agent?
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...
5 Ways to Improve Your Home's Curb Appeal
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...
Top 5 Tips To Make Moving With Pets Easy
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...
5 Reasons You Should Sell Your House
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...
5 Reasons to Buy a Home Now
Thinking about buying a home? What are you waiting for? Here are 5 reasons to buy a home now and they are pretty compelling. Buying a home means different things to different people. For some, home ownership is purely a wise financial investment. For others, a home is...
What Makes a Room a Bedroom?
The number of bedrooms in a home can greatly impact the value of a home. So what actually makes a room a bedroom? Is it a room with a bed or something more? Let's start at the beginning. . . What is the Legal Definition of a Bedroom? The legal definition of a...
How to Find Out if Someone Died in Your House
It’s natural to wonder whether or not someone died in a home, especially if someone died in YOUR home. Whether the house looks foreboding and you believe that something must have happened there or if you’re just curious who lived in your home, you’ve probably tried to...
Showing Your House When You Have Kids
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...
When Should You Buy Your First House?
Almost every first-time home buyer in the country is currently renting a home and quite often wonders, "When should I buy my first home?" or, "Am I ready to buy my first home?" They are both great questions and ones not to take lightly. When you're ready to take the...
When to Use What: Types of Paint Primer
Okay, so you figured out that you need to prime before you paint. But how are you supposed to know what type of paint primer to use? There are three main types of paint primers: latex-based, oil-based, and all purpose. While they all do the same job, they all do it a...
What Does Paint Primer Do and Do You Need to Prime?
Paint primer can work miracles, but sometimes it's not necessary. If you want the best results when painting, let's start at the beginning with answers to a few basic questions. What does paint primer do? There are many different types of paint primer all of which are...
Five Ways to Maximize Your Curb Appeal
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...
How to Avoid Stress When Selling Your Home
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...
2018 Real Estate Commission Report
Have you ever wondered how much is paid in Real Estate commissions every year? Stop wondering! TRELORA launched its inaugural Real Estate Commission Report earlier today and the findings are astounding. The report takes a look at the top 10 real estate markets across...
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...
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