For generations, the process of buying and selling a home never really changed. Same thing, different day. A homeowner would try (not always successfully) to estimate the market value of their house, then tack on a little extra to give themselves some negotiating room. That figure would become the ... » Learn More about In Today’s Market, Listing Prices Are Like an Auctions Reserve Price
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A Look at Home Price Appreciation Through 2025
As I am sure you have heard, home prices have increased significantly over the last year. This, in turn, has grown the net worth of homeowners. Awesome, right? Appreciation (or how much your home's value increases over time) and home equity are directly linked – as the value of a home increases, so ... » Learn More about A Look at Home Price Appreciation Through 2025
Turning a House into a Happy Home
We talk a lot about why it makes financial sense to buy a home, but more often than not, we’re drawn to the emotional reasons for homeownership. No matter the living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a certain scent (I'm looking at you ... » Learn More about Turning a House into a Happy Home
Making the Right Move: A Checklist for Homebuyers
Whether you are a a first time home buyer or an experienced homeowner, buying a new home can be stressful -- that's where I come in! To get you started, here’s a handy checklist of five things you can do to make the process a lot easier. If you love lists (and I have a feeling that you do!), ... » Learn More about Making the Right Move: A Checklist for Homebuyers
Ready, Set, Sell: Let’s talk staging your home (Part 2)
You want to sell your home in the shortest possible time for the highest possible price, right? While that is more or less a rhetorical question, as your Realtor, it's my goal as well. What's the best way to make that happen? "First of all, a seller's home should be clean and organized ... » Learn More about Ready, Set, Sell: Let’s talk staging your home (Part 2)