Uncategorized Pet Friendly Home Decor Ideas Pet Friendly Home Decor Ideas by Windermere Staff For many of us, pets are important members of our household, which means our homes should be as comfortable for them as they are to everyone else who lives there. When choosing how to decorate your home, whether you’re moving into a new one or welcoming a […]
Uncategorized So You Bought an Investment Property, Now What? So You Bought an Investment Property, Now What? by Windermere Staff Congratulations on your new investment property! Now comes the exciting part: Turning your property into a revenue-generating machine. While it’s not exactly easy, your goals are within reach if you take steps to organize, plan, and build a solid foundation. Here are some ways […]
Uncategorized How to Increase Your Buying Power How to Increase Your Buying Power by Windermere Staff One of the best ways prospective home buyers can empower themselves when purchasing a home is to improve their buying power. The numbers may seem daunting but identifying ways to strengthen your financial standing will help you each step of the way. When visualizing your dream home, […]
Uncategorized Five Essentials for Your Home Office Five Essentials for Your Home Office by Guest Author Most people dream of working from home, but ask anyone who does it on a regular basis, and they’ll tell you how hard it can be to stay productive when you work where you live. The most disciplined telecommuters will tell you that you need a […]
Uncategorized Dangers of an Overpriced Home Dangers of an Overpriced Home by Sandy Dodge When it comes time to sell your home, determining its exact value can be a challenge. Naturally, homeowners want to get the most value for their home. However, if it hits the market at too high a price, it could cause serious complications in the selling process. […]
Uncategorized Home Maintenance Checklist: Summer Edition Home Maintenance Checklist: Summer Edition by Windermere Staff As summer nears, who doesn’t dream of camping trips, weekend getaways, and hammock lay-arounds? But before you book your entire summer, remember that it’s also an important time for home maintenance and repair, particularly outdoors. Whether you’re prepping your home for summer fun or enhancing its efficiency, […]
Uncategorized Staging for Home Selling Success Staging for Home Selling Success by KeeleyShaye Hill The benefits of staging a home are well documented. Numerous studies show that staging helps sell a home faster and for a higher price. Studies also indicate that buyers decide if they’re interested within the first 30 seconds of entering a home. Not only does home staging help to […]
Uncategorized Why Buyer Representation Should Matter So Much to Sellers Why Buyer Representation Should Matter So Much to Sellers by Windermere Staff In today’s rapidly changing real estate landscape, understanding the critical role of buyer representation has never been more essential for home sellers. With the pending NAR settlement on the horizon, many sellers may not fully grasp the significant impact these changes will have […]
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Uncategorized 5 Deal Breakers That Can Blindside Home Buyers 5 Deal Breakers That Can Blindside Home Buyers by Meaghan McBoom     Purchasing a home can be a complex endeavor for even the most well-prepared home buyer.  You’ve diligently saved for your down payment, followed the market, researched agents and now you are ready to make an offer on your dream home.  Don’t let […]
Uncategorized Simple Steps to Saving for a Down Payment Simple Steps to Saving for a Down Payment by Windermere Staff Whether your dream home just came onto the market or you’re thinking ahead for a purchase down the road, coming up with the money for a down payment can feel daunting. Don’t fret! There are steps you can take now-both large and small-that will […]
Uncategorized Easy Earth-Friendly Energy Fixes Easy Earth-Friendly Energy Fixes by Windermere Staff There are plenty of good reasons to make your house a little greener, including saving money on energy expenses and ensuring a more livable planet for future generations. No matter what your motivation, making eco-friendly changes doesn’t have to be a daunting proposition. The following relatively simple tips […]
Uncategorized Nine Ways to Landscape for Maximum Curb Appeal Nine Ways to Landscape for Maximum Curb Appeal by Guest Author Photo courtesy of : Darren Patt Construction This article originally appeared on Porch.com Written by Jacqui Adams   There are a million and one ways to add curb appeal, but your home’s landscaping is one of the most important. Home sale price data shows that you’ll get double […]
Uncategorized Planning for the Future: Housing Options to Consider Planning for the Future: Housing Options to Consider by Windermere Staff   It should come as no surprise that 75% of the senior citizens polled in the latest AARP Preferences survey strongly agreed with the statement, “What I’d like to do is stay in my current residence as long as possible.” After all, home is […]
Uncategorized Seven Steps to Yard Sale Success Seven Steps to Yard Sale Success by Windermere Staff As you prepare to sell your house and move to a new one, you may be taking a fresh look at your belongings. You might be wondering how they’ll work in the new home or if you’ll need to upgrade to new ones. If you’re staging […]
Uncategorized Decorating for a Stress-Free Home Decorating for a Stress-Free Home by Windermere Staff Your home should be your sanctuary-a place to relax, spend time with loved ones, and unwind from the stresses of everyday life. But with many of us working from home, even partially, the lines between life and work can become blurry. And with other stressors bleeding over […]
Uncategorized Eco-friendly Upgrades to Consider When Buying a Home Eco-friendly Upgrades to Consider When Buying a Home by Windermere Staff Buying a home is one of the largest investments you’ll make in your lifetime, which is why it’s important to take a long-term approach when looking at potential properties. In addition to imagining what your living situation will be over the next few decades […]
Uncategorized Hosting on a Budget Hosting on a Budget by Windermere Staff There’s nothing better than spending time with family and friends. When we’re sharing memories-or making new ones-we feel close to our loved ones and reaffirm our bonds to each other. If you’re the one hosting a get together though, the expenses of feeding and entertaining everyone can quickly […]
Uncategorized 10 Costs Associated with Selling Your Home 10 Costs Associated with Selling Your Home by Sandy Dodge Selling a home is an exciting time for homeowners. Once you and your household have decided that you’ll hit the market, it’s easy to think solely about the revenue that comes with the sale. However, selling a home comes with its own set of costs. […]
Uncategorized What is Wire Fraud and How to Avoid It What is Wire Fraud and How to Avoid It by Sandy Dodge A form of cybercrime, wire fraud has led to major losses for homebuyers in recent years. Get to know what it is and what steps you can take to avoid it.   What is wire fraud? Real estate wire fraud is a scam […]
Uncategorized How long should they last? How long should they last? by Windermere Staff The life span of your household components Nothing in life lasts forever – and the same can be said for your home. From the roof to the furnace, every component of your home has a life span, so it’s a good idea to know approximately how many […]