3 Must-Do's Before Listing Your House for Sale
When it comes to first impressions, the little things make all the difference. Planning to sell your house this year? Now’s the perfect time to prep it for listing! Set aside a couple of weekends to do the work, and follow these three steps. Then, get ready to make a great impression on potential buyers and cinch the deal. Step 1: Clean and declutter It may sound obvious, but the importance of cleaning and decluttering cannot be overstated. Here are some ideas to make this pr
How to Say Goodbye to Your Neighbors When You Move
Moving can be a complicated part of life that involves a mixed bag of emotions. From the planning to the organizing to finding the right movers, there’s so much to do to stay on top of it all. Beyond the planning, there’s also the emotional side of moving where you’ll have to say goodbye to your neighbors and friends, which can be especially rough if you have children or if you’ve lived in a particular area for a long time. And for many of us, our neighbors end up becoming an
10 Creative Ways to Find the Right Exterior Home Color
Whether you know it or not, the exterior of your home is an extension of your home’s personality and what it “says” to the neighborhood. Depending on what exterior amenities, architectural details and color you choose can help your home shine in its best light. If you have been looking at the exterior of your home and thinking it could use a facelift – adding color is one of the most affordable and eye-catching ways to make a big impact. From adding curb appeal to your exteri
Benefits of Homeownership
Being a homeowner offers a variety of advantages to you and your family. From tax benefits to the comfort and peace of mind of having a place to truly call your own, owning your own home means you’re making an investment in your family’s future. Stable Housing Costs If you have a fixed-rate loan, your principal and interest payments will never go up, although the amount you pay for taxes and insurance may increase each year. Control over your Environment Having a home of your
Spring Cleaning: In 48 Hours
No one actually looks forward to cleaning, but something about blooming flowers and bright, sunny days makes you want to air out the whole house and start anew. Whether deep cleaning or simple organizing tasks are on your to-do list, these tips will make any spring cleaning chore easier. We promise, you'll still be able to enjoy your weekend, too. Don't use time as an excuse to escape cleaning tasks. Surely you can dedicate one hour to some deep cleaning. Start by cleaning it