By Kara Masterson Having an attractive and inviting exterior of your home is essential for creating a lasting impression on visitors. Curb appeal can also increase the overall value of your property, making it more desirable to potential buyers should you decide to sell. There are many ways that you can boost the curb appeal of your home without breaking the bank....
By Dixie Somers When you're looking for a new home, the absolute best asset to have is a real estate agent that you can trust. After all, this person will be helping you make one of the biggest financial decisions of your life. But with so many agents out there, how can you be sure you're choosing the right one? Here are some key qualities to look for in a top-notch...
By Lizzie Weakley
If you live in a location that reaches freezing temperatures, you might be concerned about the effect it could have on your home. Choosing a siding that not only looks good, but will last, is important to any homeowner. Here are three options that you can count on in the cold!
Vinyl Siding
For many homeowners, the choice of siding...
By Michael Catarevas In the latest RISMedia webinar-–”Will 250k Agents Leave the Business Next Year? Here's What You Can Do to Keep Them”--panelists Anthony Lamacchia, CEO/ broker owner, Lamacchia Realty; Ken Baris, president, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Jordan Baris Realty; and Willie Miranda, broker/ owner, Miranda Real Estate Group,...
By Lizzie Weakly Concrete is one of the most commonly used materials in construction projects. It's versatile, durable and relatively inexpensive, which makes it a great choice for a variety of applications. But if you're not careful, concrete can also be a source of stressful surprises. Here are four tips to help you avoid common concrete mishaps. Order Enough...
By Emma Sturgis Moving into an older home can be both exciting and nerve-wracking. On the one hand, you get to give a new life to a building with some history. On the other, you never know what you’re going to find or have to fix once you actually move in. Here are some areas where it’s important to make improvements shortly after moving into an old house. Electrical...
By Brian Wallace There are countless factors that go into any consumer purchase. Factors like price, quality, and convenience are obvious, but others are less so. One factor that goes far under the radar is color, plain and simple. When it comes to marketing, modern shoppers actually consider color more than any other factor. That’s why the psychology of color...
By Bill Gassett You might be wondering what the assessed value of your home is, but what about the appraised value? Though you might think that these are the same, this isn’t the case. The assessed value is more about what a community needs to collect for taxes, whereas the appraised value is an expert and more accurate valuation. Tax assessments in real estate...
By Emma Sturgis Whether you’re planning to sell your home or just want to increase its value, replacing your roof can be the perfect investment. As one of the most important parts of a home, a roof replacement will not only make your house look nicer and newer, it can also add monetary value that you can enjoy in the long run. Let’s explore why this is so. Added...
By Rachelle Wilber
Tankless water heaters are becoming increasingly popular because they are a more efficient way to heat water. However, they must be properly taken care of to extend their lives. Here are four ways to help your tankless water heater last longer.
Keep It Clean
Cleanliness is essential if you want to extend the life of your tankless hot water...
