First Impressions Getting a home ready for market means helping the home be as attractive as possible to potential buyers. We’ve all heard about “first impressions” making a huge difference. The home should look its best and SMELL its best. This can be difficult to achieve if the home has been host to family pets. […]
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Do you have a mystery switch in your house? A dead outlet or flickering lights? Don’t overlook symptoms of an ailing electrical system. Like all systems in the home, electrical devices and wiring can get old and cause problems or even become dangerous. Many homes have been remodeled by amateurs, handymen or the homeowner and […]
Snow!!! I was delighted to see snow on Christmas Day! There’s just something magical about the quiet blanket of freshness that completes the winter atmosphere. I love playing in the snow and I want it to last forever, but my husband (Mr. Scrooge) sees the practical side and immediately starts thinking about the impact on […]
Market update In his latest report Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist Matthew Gardner presents an optimistic view of our economy and the real estate market. I believe that growth in the State will continue to outperform the U.S. as a whole and, with such robust expansion, I would not be surprised to see more people […]
It’s not too late to spruce up that outdoor patio, porch or deck. The warm days of summer afford the opportunity to get outside and have some fun or kick back with friends. Outdoor spaces are increasing in popularity with many home buyers looking for great amenities like outdoor kitchens and firepits. Most homes have […]
Following a long and wet winter, our homes will soon be begging for our attention. It’s time to take a walk around the house to see what the winter weather has done to our once pristine homes. Water and wind, ice and snow have a way of damaging our home’s exterior and the dark days […]
Dear friend, Whether you do your own remodeling work or just hang an occasional picture you have likely used a tape measure. Since they don’t come with a manual you may have overlooked some of the features pros use. Attached is a list of helpful features that may surprise you. For those who wish to […]
If you own a garage door you are probably fully aware they aren’t maintenance free. From squeaks and rattles to jamming and outright failure the garage door system contains many moving parts that need regular attention. They can even become dangerous. We recently found ourselves in “failure mode” … car almost stuck inside the garage! […]
Wouldn’t it be nice if styles never changed? We could all still be wearing bell-bottoms and homes would all be painted white …well, maybe it’s a good thing styles do change. Unfortunately, home styling changes and we find ourselves trying to catch up at the last minute when we decide to sell the home. If […]
