Buying a home? Don’t do these things!

Buying a home is an exciting time! Whether it is your first or fifth home, the excitement of starting somewhere new is cause for celebration. But, before you get too excited, you should know there are some things you just shouldn’t do when buying a home.

Before you sell your home you must do these home improvement projects

You may be ready to throw that “For Sale” sign in your front yard and call it a day, but it’s not that easy. If you want your home to sell well, you must take a little time (before officially listing your home) to take care of some of the projects you’ve been putting off.

Why buying a house is a commitment

Do you view buying a house as a commitment? Whether you are buying your first home or have rented previously you may find yourself a little scared as you take on the title of homeowner. Being a homeowner is an exciting new role that you are about to take on, but keep in mind that it is a responsibility. The exciting part about being a… Read More

How to make homemade cinnamon rolls

How to make homemade cinnamon rolls that are sure to please!   Dough: 1/2 cup whole milk 8 tablespoons unsalted butter 1/2 cup warm water 1 envelope instant yeast 1/4 cup sugar 1 large egg, plus 2 large egg yolks 1 1/2 teaspoons salt 4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting counter Filling: 3/4 cup brown sugar 3 tablespoons cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon salt 3-4… Read More

5 things you shouldn’t leave around during your open house

Are you preparing your home for an open house? If so, that’s great. It’s an exciting time knowing that potential buyers are coming to your home and may possibly make an offer. There is a lot to do to prepare. After all, first impressions are what make or break a possible sale. But, there are others things you need to think about as well, like… Read More

Why you should raise your asking price

One of the key factors that go into selling your home quickly is the asking price. Is your home worth more or less than what you originally bought it for? There are a lot of factors that go into deciding what you should list your home for. Of course, you want to sell your home quickly, but that doesn’t always mean you should low-ball your… Read More

How to pack your valuables for a safe move

Moving into your new home should be an exciting time for the whole family. However, if you move and find your valuables missing or broken, it can really put a damper on things. Of course, accidents do happen, but there are precautionary measures you can take to make sure your valuables arrive to your new home safely.

How to get acquainted with your new neighborhood

Have you just moved into your new home? Congratulations! There are a lot of things you probably need to do, including unpack, clean, paint, etc. There may be one thing you have forgotten to do, and that’s get acquainted with your new neighborhood and meet your neighbors! Introductions can be awkward, but they are necessary in order to make your new residence feel like home.

Home staging tips that attract buyers

In a competitive housing market, anything you can do to attract buyers to your property is crucial in the selling process. One of the most important things you can do is stage your home to sell. This will create a great first impression for potential buyers, and it can also make your home appear bigger.

How to prevent buyer’s remorse

As a consumer, you know firsthand that buyer’s remorse is a real thing that we have all suffered from, at least once. The one thing you don’t want to regret buying is your future home. It is important that you do your due diligence as a consumer and research all aspects of the home, it’s location, neighborhood, school district, and so on before signing on… Read More