How the Neighborhood Impacts a Home’s Value by Windermere Staff     The “estimated” home prices you see posted online can be off by tens of thousands of dollars-not because they are dishonest, but because the computer programs generating these guesstimates don’t take into account the current condition of a house, the amenities that are […]

What are Closing Costs? by Sandy Dodge The closing process in a real estate transaction finalizes the terms of an agreement between the buyer and seller, leading to the transfer of the property’s title. This step of the buying/selling process comes with its own set of costs. Before a buyer can hold the keys to […]

Multigenerational Home Buying Guide by Sandy Dodge For any family looking forward to multigenerational living, there’s much to consider when trying to find the right property. Whether you’re planning to welcome your parents or grandparents, provide a comfortable space for adult children, or simply want to create a home that accommodates your extended family, finding […]

How to Stay Safe at Home During a Power Outage by Sandy Dodge A stormy night with the lights out can complicate things at home. But with the right preparation, you and your household can switch gears quickly and ride out the blackout period, however long it may last. Power outages can happen unexpectedly, so […]

Buying an Equestrian Property: Prioritizing House vs Land by Sandy Dodge Equestrian properties are unique. If you’re thinking about buying equestrian property, you have to weigh different aspects of a listing than you would for a typical single-family home purchase. As you look at properties, you will face the dilemma of whether to prioritize the property’s […]

Is Co-Buying a Home Right For You? by Sandy Dodge For some buyers, purchasing a home independently may be out of reach. Co-buying a home is an alternative approach to homeownership where two or more individuals purchase the property together and take on a joint mortgage. Get to know the benefits and drawbacks of co-buying a home […]

9 Options to Remove, Hide or Play Down a Popcorn Ceiling by Guest Author Don’t love your popcorn ceiling? You’re not the only one stuck with some unwanted stucco overhead. There are many options for moving on from it, but not all of them are equally effective-or equally easy. To help you decide how to […]

5 Ways to Save and Reuse Water at Home by Sandy Dodge Think of all the ways you use water at home. Whether it’s meal preparation, laundry, or doing the dishes, we use a lot of H2O. In fact, the average U.S. household uses more than 300 gallons of water per day, with a majority of […]

What Does DOM Mean in Real Estate? by Sandy Dodge As you start searching for homes, you’ll likely come across different terms that describe the status of different listings. One term, “Days on Market” (DOM), can play a role in your strategy for making an offer. Knowing what this term means will help to inform your […]

Here’s Your Fall Home Maintenance Checklist by Windermere Staff The leaves changing color is a sign that you may have some fall home maintenance tasks to tackle. With summer in the rearview and colder temperatures ahead, being proactive now will keep your home in pristine condition throughout the autumn days and nights. We’ve compiled a […]