By Kyla Stewart Employees play a crucial role in any business venture. Without the hard work provided by our employees, our company would decline and die swiftly. But recent studies have shown that more than 85% of employees aren’t engaged at work, and that has led to the economic consequence of losing over $7 trillion in lost productivity. It’s understandable...
By Meghan Belnap Do it yourself (DIY) projects are a great way to save money, but they can also be a hassle. One of the most important questions you need to ask yourself before starting a project is, "can I do this safely?" In the pursuit of saving time and money, many people end up making mistakes that either cost them more or put their safety at risk. To avoid...
Looking To Improve Your Real Estate Instagram Account? It Can Be Difficult Finding The Right Techniques and Tools To Make It To The Top. See How These Can Increase Your Instagram Engagement! No matter what your intentions are on Instagram—whether it’s to promote your listings or position yourself as a market expert—you can enhance your post’s reach...
A strong job market is helping to boost renter confidence as we enter the third year of the pandemic, according to a new survey released Tuesday by Avail, a part of realtor.com®. According to the survey, 82% of renters said they have not missed a rent payment over the past 12 months, up significantly from 57% in Sept. 2021. Looking forward, more than three-quarters...
By Anica Oaks Whether you've recently purchased a new home or you're making some upgrades to your kitchen, the new refrigerator you choose is an important decision. There's not a one-size-fits-all solution here; the refrigerator you should purchase depends upon the specific needs of your family. Here are some things to consider: Number of People Families come in...
By Anita Ginsburg Whether it's a broken pipe or a flash flood, homeowners need to take immediate action when their home floods. The longer water stands in a home, the more damage will be done. Related: How to Sell a Home in a Flood-Prone Area The first 24 hours following a flood are critical to ensure safety and give your home and belongings the best chance to recover....
Ah the love letter… in today’s raging hot market, with extremely low inventory and bidding wars becoming the new normal, it’s become almost a necessity for prospective buyers to include a love letter in their offer package to sellers. These love letters are written to essentially attract the sellers’ attention and explain the many reasons why they should...
Listed for a cool $7 million, this Seattle mansion is located in the desirable Queen Anne neighborhood of the city, where the iconic Space Needle can also be found. Built in 1905, the home underwent extensive upgrades before being listed. Although there are modern amenities throughout the home, great care was taken by the seller to preserve the home’s original...
By Brooke Chaplan As technology progresses, home security measures are evolving. Companies are creating surveillance systems that keep homeowners at ease, especially when they aren’t home. If you’re planning on selling your home in the near future, you should consider investing in a home security system. While it may not seem like a large increase in property...
By Meghan Belnap It's easy to put off home repairs, especially if they seem like big, daunting tasks. You are only making the problem worse and costing yourself more money by procrastinating. So, what home repairs should you never procrastinate? Repair a Leaking Roof The roof keeps everything safe from rain and snow in most homes, so if it falls apart, every room...
