Category Archive: Homeowner Tips

It’s a question always on the minds of potential first-time homebuyers – no matter what’s happening in the market. “Is it better to rent or own right now?” You can probably guess which side of this debate our teams normally end up on. However, this article featuring a couple who recently bought their first home is a […]

As summer winds down and the calendar moves into September, it’s important that homeowners make sure their home is ready for colder weather. Because fall in our area is such a bustling season, we thought we’d give you this checklist of things to do before winter inevitably arrives a little bit early in the season. […]

The modern real estate market thrives largely on online listings, and when prospective buyers scroll through various properties online, photographs typically provide the first impression of a property. While video, virtual tours, and even drones may be the new tools to capture a viewer’s attention, great photos are still key to unlocking a listing’s true […]

2023 has been an interesting year for all of us in real estate, and we’ve had to do plenty to navigate the changing market. Our team knows there’s still more work to do as fall approaches, but this article from the National Association of REALTORS® recently shared some observations that can help. So, we’re sharing […]

As our friends at HGTV proved years ago, real estate – and the personalities involved – make great television. It’s why almost every streaming platform has a huge array of housing-centered shows. For those of us who survived the streamer’s account-sharing crackdown of 2023, here are some of our favorite shows on Netflix today. (Plus, you […]

You’ve undoubtedly heard that a home doesn’t have to be perfect to be perfect for you. But what happens once you notice a small annoyance? Do you let that tiny issue affect your feelings about an entire home? Let’s break down four small but common design flaws, especially in older residences. After all, your needs […]

If you’re a seller, presenting your home in its best light is key. And staging your home is a good way to make it stand out in the crowd.  We saw this article recently and wanted to provide some DIY tips anyone can use for staging. Staging your home doesn’t have to be an expensive […]

2023 has been the year of many things in real estate, including the seller impersonation scam. Just consider these recent stories (here and here). Title professionals of all kinds are talking about this issue amongst ourselves. We’re getting advisories from our underwriters, trade associations and more. In fact, ALTA CEO Diane Tomb recently penned this op-ed for HousingWire in […]

Buying or selling property is a huge life event for anyone – it’s part of why we love what we do! The journey is full of exciting highs, but there can also be some nerve-wracking uncertainties and other hurdles along the way. These challenges are often referred to as pain points, which are specific problems […]

Our teams are about next chapters, new beginnings and fresh starts. It’s why we love real estate. A new house is a blank slate ready for you to make it yours. While we still believe Closings Days should be celebratory, at least under most circumstances, this recent article from Realtor.com did cause us to pause a bit […]