By Meghan Belnap As COVID-19 continues to change much about daily life, it can be hard to know how to move forward. For the real estate industry, specifically, the pandemic has caused many people to hunker down in their current homes, meaning that the market isn't moving as fast as it was pre-coronavirus. Related: Real Estate Slowed but Agents Still Transacting Amid...
By Anita Ginsburg
Now that the summer heat is slowly dissipating, it's time to start prepping your air conditioner for the cooler fall temperatures. Depending on where you live in the U.S., you might not expect to use your AC unit much this fall, and you might not use it at all during the winter.
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VA loans are having a record 2020. Although the process of obtaining one has slowed in some areas of the country, demand has never been higher. According to mortgage lender Veterans United Home Loans, the VA loan program backed more than 865,000 loans so far this year. The previous record was set in 2017, when the VA loan program backed some 740,386 loans. This year,...
By Jordan Fuller There are many good reasons to make your home more energy-efficient, but in addition to reducing your carbon footprint and lowering your monthly utility bills, making green updates to your property can also raise your home's value. Here are a few ideas to consider: Lighting It doesn't matter if you're planning to stay in your home for 10 years,...
By Meghan Belnap You've worked hard to become a homeowner. However, your work is not done. After you move into your new house, there are several essential maintenance tasks that you'll need to attend to. Here are a few things you need to do in order to maintain your new home: Gutter Maintenance Your gutters are an important part of your home. They're designed to...
By Brooke Chaplan If you're looking to enhance the value of your home, one of the easiest and most affordable upgrades you can make is to install new windows. Older windows could make your home appear out-of-date and raise questions about their ability to insulate the home's interior. Related: 4 Energy-Efficient Window Treatments New windows are available in many...
By Brentnie Daggett
Climate change and environmental issues aren't going away anytime soon, so many of us are considering how we can contribute to positive change. Living an environmentally-conscious lifestyle will not only reduce your carbon footprint, but can save you money in the long run.
Related: Top 7 Eco-Friendly Amenities for Your Home
Here are five...
The real estate markets have been slowly recovering after the economy took a hit in the first months of the coronavirus pandemic. There was always one piece of the puzzle, however, that lagged behind, and that was inventory—an already-existing challenge that was worsened by the health crisis. According to realtor.com®'s recently released Weekly Recovery Report,...
By Meghan Belnap
Investing in real estate is a wise decision that can often help you enjoy a relaxing and full retirement. To ensure you purchase the best real estate, though, you need to know what qualities make for a good investment property.
Related: Where to Buy Real Estate for Higher Value Investments
While any property can ultimately turn out to be a...
By Meghan Belnap
Making potential buyers comfortable during an open house is one way to improve your odds of getting a bid. The right setting can make all the difference in how people perceive the property.
Related: 4 Easy Staging Tips You Haven’t Thought About
Here are four excellent ways to ensure people feel welcome on open house day:
Make It Feel Comfortable
Having...
