Uncategorized Refinance or Sell? Making the Right Move for Your Home Refinance or Sell? Making the Right Move for Your Home by Windermere Staff Homeownership isn’t a one-size-fits-all, and neither are the financial decisions that come with it. At some point, many homeowners reach a familiar fork in the road: Should I refinance my mortgage, or is it time to sell? The right answer depends on a […]
Uncategorized Six Predictions for 2026 Six Predictions for 2026 by Windermere Economics The following is a summary of Windermere Principal Economist Jeff Tucker’s six predictions for the U.S. housing market and economy in 2026. He goes into more detail about his predictions in the video below. 1. Existing Home Sales Will Pick Up (Barely) Home sales have hovered near generational […]
Uncategorized New Year, New Start New Year, New Start by Windermere Staff The New Year is a great time for renewal, and there’s no reason why your home shouldn’t share in this time of rejuvenation. Here are a few ideas to give your home – and your spirits – a lift as you move forward this year. Get organized One […]
Uncategorized Technology in Your Home Technology in Your Home by Windermere Staff Every year there are more products that come out to automate your home. There are many reasons to add technology and to automate your home including safety, security, efficiency and convenience. Here are some reasons and products that are must have for your home.   For Safety There […]
Uncategorized Why Owning a Home is Such a Smart Investment Why Owning a Home is Such a Smart Investment by Windermere Staff     After succumbing to the “Great Recession” ten years ago, the stock market has made a comeback. So, does that mean you should forget about buying a new house and invest in stocks instead? The answer to that question, say experts, depends […]
Uncategorized Prepare Your Home for Winter Prepare Your Home for Winter by Meaghan McBoom   As the days shorten, you can mitigate many mid-winter headaches with some preemptive prep. Proper weatherizing can help protect your home from preventable damage, save money on energy costs, and, most importantly, keep you and your loved ones safe and warm throughout the winter season. Here […]
Uncategorized 10 Steps to Selling Your Home 10 Steps to Selling Your Home by Windermere Staff Navigating everything involved with selling your home can seem intimidating. Breaking the process down step by step will keep you organized and ready to work with your agent toward a successful home sale. 1. Choose an Agent A lot goes into choosing the right agent. If […]
Uncategorized Home Inspections Matter So Be Sure to Get Them Right Home Inspections Matter So Be Sure to Get Them Right by Windermere Staff   For many people, a home inspection is a hurdle that has to be overcome during the process of buying or selling a home. But, in fact, it can be a useful tool for buyers, sellers or anyone who plans to get […]
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Uncategorized Go for Gold This Thanksgiving Go for Gold This Thanksgiving by Windermere Staff   We’re in the thick of autumn now, with Thanksgiving just days away. That means it’s time to start considering how to best showcase your home before the calendar shifts fully into winter. One of the cheeriest bits of fall is the shifting colors that bring a […]
Uncategorized What is a Buyer-Agency Agreement and Why Does it Matter? What is a Buyer-Agency Agreement and Why Does it Matter? by Windermere Staff In today’s evolving real estate landscape, one of the biggest changes buyers will encounter is the relatively new requirement to sign a Buyer Agency Agreement. While this added step may sound formal, it’s actually designed to make the home-buying process more transparent, […]
Uncategorized Does Home Staging Really Work? What Sellers Should Know Does Home Staging Really Work? What Sellers Should Know by Windermere Staff For more than 20 years, the benefits of home staging have been well documented. Countless studies have shown that staging helps homes sell more quickly, and often for a higher price. According to the National Association of REALTORS®, 30 percent of agents reported that […]
Uncategorized Mistakes to Avoid When Buying and Selling a Home Mistakes to Avoid When Buying and Selling a Home by Meaghan McBoom There’s nothing more exciting, rewarding, and fulfilling than buying a home. However, it’s a complex transaction; there are a number of steps along the path that can confuse, betwixt, and befuddle even the most seasoned buyers and sellers. How can you avoid those […]
Uncategorized Follow Our Sellers Checklist To Stay Safe While Selling Your Home Follow Our Sellers Checklist To Stay Safe While Selling Your Home by Windermere Staff   Staying organized while uprooting your life and moving from one home to another can feel impossible. Not only are you trying to get the best financial return on your investment, but you might also be working on a tight deadline. […]
Uncategorized The Do’s and Don’ts of Hiring a Contractor The Do’s and Don’ts of Hiring a Contractor by Guest Author   Constructing or remodeling a home is a complex, expensive endeavor. Ideally, everything goes as planned, and when the dust clears, the homeowner can settle in and enjoy the new home – and never think about the building process again. But what happens when, […]
Uncategorized A Beginner’s Guide to Securing a Mortgage Loan A Beginner’s Guide to Securing a Mortgage Loan by Windermere Staff Entering into debt is a concept I grew up diametrically opposed to. I was raised, like many with frugal family members, to understand that anything you couldn’t pay for on the spot was something you couldn’t afford. But as we age we learn the […]
Uncategorized Strategic Investments to Increase Home Value and Market Appeal Strategic Investments to Increase Home Value and Market Appeal by Windermere Staff When it’s time to sell your home, one of the biggest questions is how to make it as appealing as possible to today’s buyers. While market conditions, location, and timing all play a role, the updates you choose before listing can make a […]
Uncategorized How to Prevent Water Damage to Your Home How to Prevent Water Damage to Your Home by Windermere Staff Water is constantly coursing through your home, flowing in and out of drain pipes, sinks, tubs, and showers. Numerous systems in our homes are dependent upon water, but the minute it runs rampant it begins to cause damage. The consequences of water damage run […]
Uncategorized Why AI Can’t Replace Your Real Estate Agent Why AI Can’t Replace Your Real Estate Agent by Windermere Staff Technology is transforming nearly every industry, and real estate is no exception. New tools and innovations are reshaping the way we search for, buy, and sell homes. Among these advances, artificial intelligence (AI) has quickly become one of the most talked-about technologies, being used […]
Uncategorized Common Real Estate Contingencies Common Real Estate Contingencies by Windermere Staff Contingencies help to spell out the specifics of a real estate transaction by dictating what must happen so the contract becomes legally binding. If certain conditions aren’t met, the applicable contingency gives the buyer and the seller the right to back out of the contract per their agreed-upon […]
Uncategorized How to Bring Coastal Charm into Your Home No Matter Where You Are How to Bring Coastal Charm into Your Home No Matter Where You Are by Windermere Staff Coastal interior design captures the calm elegance of life by the water. It’s bright, breezy, and effortlessly connected to nature, drawing inspiration from the textures and warmth of the shore, the shifting blues of the sea, and the weathered […]