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Research shows that professional real estate photos can help a listing sell faster than comparable homes without professional photography and that a minimum of six images are viewed more frequently on websites. In a survey by the National Association of Realtors, homebuyers rated photos as the feature they use most when searching for a home  Continue reading…

When space gets tight, crowded homeowners might think about converting their garage into livable space. And, in this age of VRBO and Airbnb, a converted garage may be a way for them to bring in extra money. Sounds like a no-brainer solution to get additional space or additional income, right? No really. There are pros  Continue reading…

Over the years I’ve written countless blogs about crafting the perfect interior for your home but not much about your home’s exterior. I’ll be quick to say that landscaping is often not at the top of everyone’s to-do list, and not everyone has a knack for it. For those of you Do-It-Yourselfers, you can have  Continue reading…

Whether new or old, all homes have unique odors and smells that reflect the nature of the home and those who live in it. Environmental factors such as heavy rains or seasonal changes can also play a role in the odor of a home. What’s most important is to distinguish between moldy and musty smells.  Continue reading…

Gated communities are residential developments with defined entrance and exit points and are attractive to some buyers because they offer a sense of exclusivity, privacy and safety. Residents of gated communities often feel they have their own little slice of heaven guarded against the outside world. But what lies beyond the gates and is a  Continue reading…

When you make the decision to sell your home, there are two “real estate golden” rules” to follow – first, price it right; and second, make it look amazing. In today’s competitive real estate market one of the costliest mistakes a homeowner can make is to ignore the visual psychology of attracting a buyer’s immediate  Continue reading…

If you’re about to sell your home, you’ve probably made a “to-do” list of the things that need to be done. Declutter your rooms, paint the walls, and fix or replace any broken or worn items, etc. Maximizing the visual appeal of your home inside and out is essential when staging to sell. But, there  Continue reading…

Ways to Add Storage and Declutter Your Closet Whether you own a small home that lacks closet storage or you are trying to organize the space you have, first determine how much time you have to spend on the project. The last thing you want to do is run out of time and end up  Continue reading…

For most us the holiday season has been a non-stop flurry of activities – shopping, parties, family gatherings, cooking and travel. Now that the main events are over, it’s a good time to start looking toward 2019 and what we want to accomplish in the new year. Whether you plan to buy or sell a  Continue reading…

If you are planning to place your home on the market, one of the most important factors in making a quick sale is correctly pricing the property. What you think your home is worth and what your real estate professional considers it to be worth may be two very different numbers. Depend on your agent  Continue reading…