Windermere Community Service Day 2025: 41 Years of Connection, Care, and Impact by Windermere Staff Since 1984, Windermere offices have closed their doors for one special day each June to roll up their sleeves and give back. Community Service Day unites agents, staff, and franchise owners across our network in a shared mission: to support the places […]

Planning Ahead: A 12-Month Guide to Buying Your First Home by Windermere Staff Thinking about buying a home can be daunting, especially if it’s your first time. What should be an exciting milestone can feel overwhelming without a clearly defined roadmap, and diving in headfirst without a solid plan can lead to unnecessary stress, financial […]

Homeowners Insurance: Protecting Your Home by Windermere Staff     In addition to providing shelter and comfort, our home is often our single greatest asset. And it’s important that we protect that precious investment. Most homeowners realize the importance of homeowners insurance in safeguarding the value of a home. However, what they may not know is […]

Five Things to Consider When Downsizing by Meaghan McBoom   Downsizing is on the minds of many homeowners today. Some are ready to retire, others want to live more simply, and many want to save money and say goodbye to home maintenance. If you can relate to any of those sentiments, ask yourself these five […]

Why Should You Stage Your Home When it’s For Sale? by Meaghan McBoom In order to sell your home, it must be successfully marketed to potential home buyers. Developing a winning strategy to attract as many buyers as possible to your home is something your real estate agent will work on, and part of that […]

Understanding Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) by David Chan Buyers are constantly looking for ways to streamline the buying process, whether that’s working with their agent to identify how they can increase their buying power, getting pre-approved, or being as cash-ready as possible. Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI), though it is an additional expense, can be a gateway to homeownership, […]

Real Estate Contingencies: What They Are and Why They Matter by Windermere Staff Imagine a home-buying scenario where you make an offer, the seller immediately accepts, and everything goes smoothly until you’re handed the keys. It’s possible, but more often, buying a home involves negotiation, counteroffers, and a back-and-forth dialogue between buyer and seller to reach a […]

A Step-by-Step Guide to a Smooth and Successful Sale 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 […]

10 Steps to Get Your Home Clean and Ready for Spring by Windermere Staff   Warmer months are ahead, so now is the time to plan for spring cleaning and maintenance. A clean home offers a fresh start for the year, and a checklist of tasks guides your efforts towards efficiency. For many homeowners, spring […]

10 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home by David Chan Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or have purchased a home before, the same mistakes can rear their head at any point in the buying process. By working closely with your agent, you can identify these pitfalls ahead of time and adjust accordingly. Mistakes in the buying process […]