2022

As a homeowner, getting a high return on investment (or ROI) on the upgrades you do to your home is key to winning the real estate game when you sell. But some improvements can boost your home’s value more than others. These 5 home upgrades can seriously increase your home’s value, attract value, and return the money you spend on them when you sell your home. 1. Add a home office. More people than...

Want to save money in 2023? There are many money-saving opportunities — including tax savings — that you can realize if you take action before the year ends. Here are just a few examples of what to consider: Do you own a business? Even if it’s just a side-hustle to make extra money, you can save on taxes if you make planned purchases this month. For example, if you need a new printer, buy it in...

There’s an interesting psychological characteristic of clutter. We tend to notice it more in other people’s homes than in our own. In fact, we may not even realize a room in our house feels cluttered and uncomfortable to visitors. That’s why making each room look neat and spacious is so important when you’re selling your property. Although the task may seem daunting at first, decluttering is...

Usually, a home inspection is done after an offer is made to buy a home. The offer will typically include a condition that the property must pass such an inspection. The buyer then hires the inspector, who goes through the home, top to bottom, inside and out, looking for issues. However, you can also get an inspection done as the seller. In this case, you are paying for an inspector to produce a...

When you know these five things, you’ll be set up for success in your home buying journey! There are some! foundational things you need to know as a homebuyer to make sure you play the real estate game right and get the best house for you. Here are five things every homebuyer needs to know: 1. Find the right neighborhood. The house is important, yes. But the neighborhood and area you live in can have a...

Determining the value of a property is a complex process with a lot of moving parts. While it may seem like a quick online estimate will do the trick, getting a professional valuation done by a real estate agent will be much more accurate and give you a better understanding of your home’s worth on the market. Here’s a few of the things an agent will take into consideration when determining your...

Today, we’re busting some home buying myths that can seriously mislead people. I see the myths floating around all the time, but they’re just not true! Let’s bust these myths so you don’t fall into their traps. Myth 1: You need a 20% down payment to buy a house. This is the classic homebuying myth–and it’s so wrong. While you do need to put money down to buy a house, there are many, many...

Remember last year when the housing market was red hot and bidding wars were all over the place? Many buyers were desperate to get their offer accepted on the home of their dreams, and they were willing to do whatever it took to get the sellers to notice them: even waiving the home inspection. To all the home buyers out there, we’re not doing that anymore. Home inspections are one of the most important...

If you’re reading this, then I’m sure that you’ve heard all about the benefits of becoming a homeowner. From diversifying your investment portfolio and setting your financial future up for success to having a place that you can truly personalize and make your own, buying a home is something that many people look forward to. But how do you know if you’re actually ready to buy a home? Answer these...

Warnings about online security breaches leading to identity theft are often based on worst-case scenarios of scams or viruses, but it’s important to be aware that commonplace online activity can also contribute to the erosion of privacy. Most people’s social media conversations, browser histories and search-engine activities are constantly contributing to virtual profiles that identify them as prime...