Category: Home Tips
Homebuyer Tips
Today, I have a couple tips for you if you are thinking of asking a seller to pay your buyer closing costs or your buyer agent fee. It is critical that you have your addendums and/or compensation agreement written correctly or you may not get the closing costs or buyer agent fee paid by the... Read More
Everything You Need to Know
What is PMI? PMI is a type of insurance that lenders require for conventional mortgages with a high loan-to-value (LTV) ratio. Lenders accept some level of risk with these mortgages, and PMI helps to lower that risk. Although you (the borrower) pay for PMI, this insurance isn’t actually for you – it protects the lender.... Read More
Home Buying Tips
I have 4 expert tips to share with you when shopping for a home. If you or someone you know is thinking about buying a home over the next year or two, I have tips to help make the experience smoother. 1. Go ahead and visit a lender & know how much you can truly afford.... Read More
Spring Into Selling!
Spring has sprung as we all know with all of that pollen in the air! But according to Realtor.com, there is also a very important week coming up in the selling market. According to Realtor.com, it’s critical to have your house on the market between the time of April 13th and 19th, because they say... Read More
Design Mistakes to Avoid!
I have several decorating mistakes I want to discuss with you that could be impacting the sale of your home. When I see photos online or I walk into a home, I can instantly see design mistakes that hurt a home’s appeal. I know you are selling the home and not the furnishings, BUT –... Read More
Navigate New Construction!
Today, I am discussing questions that you should ask when buying or building new construction. Buying a new construction home can be very exciting because you can get exactly what you want, but you need to make sure you are asking the right questions to avoid surprises. Understand the builder’s qualifications & reputation is important. ... Read More
Hiccups Happen: Prepare for Your Home Journey!
Whether you are buying or selling, it is best to be prepared for hiccups along the way just in case. Buying or selling is many times stress-free but sometimes something comes up along the way between starting to look, getting pre-qualified, contract negotiations, inspections, and closing. It is better to be prepared for this mentally... Read More
Avoid These Maintenance Pitfalls!
Today I have common maintenance pitfalls you will want to avoid when buying or selling. When buyers or sellers encounter unexpected maintenance issues, they can impact the sale process, slow down negotiations, or lead to costly repairs. Here are key maintenance pitfalls to watch out for along with advice on how to avoid them. 1.... Read More
Kitchen Island Electrical Outlets
Today I want to talk about kitchen island electrical outlets. In the past, the building code required you to have an electrical outlet in your island, and sometimes it can be kind of awkward. For instance in my home, the outlet went into the side of the island behind doors creating a little shallow charging... Read More
Keep Your Home Warm this Winter!
Keep your home warm this winter with these 6 tips! Weatherstripping around doors and windows to knock out drafts. Replace your door seals, door sweeps or thresholds anywhere they are damaged, missing or just old and not as efficient. This will keep the cold outside air from seeping into your home. Don’t forget to check... Read More