Posted on Oct 6 2020 - 2:06pm by Housecall
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By Anita Ginsburg With cold weather heading toward much of the country, you'll likely want to ensure that your home is ready to deal with the hazards of winter weather like ice, snow and cold temperatures. Don't assume that just because everything seems to be in good shape now that you won't experience any problems over the course of the winter. Related: Here's Why...

Posted on Oct 5 2020 - 3:20pm by Jameson Doris
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Yankee legend Derek Jeter and his wife Hannah have listed their Tampa property for $29 million. Construction on the 1.25-acre walled compound was completed in 2012 and includes a dock with two boat lifts and 345 feet of open bay. At just under 22,000 square feet, the estate is the largest in South Tampa. Complete with a heated spa, an 80-foot saltwater lap pool and...

Credit: Sherwin-Williams Created as a reaction to the chaos that has defined much of this year, Sherwin-Williams' pick for the 2021 Color of the Year Passionate is simple. The color, as well as the full 2021 Color Collection of the Year, were created in partnership by the design experts at HGTV®. Passionate is a bold color that's heavy on red, natural tones, but...

By Brooke Chaplan Getting a new water heater installed at your house isn't something that you have to do very often. With that in mind, it's important to ensure that any installation is done properly to keep it from causing damage to your home or wasting energy. Related: Top Benefits of Installing a Tankless Water Heater
Ideally, a new water heater should...

Posted on Sep 30 2020 - 4:13pm by Jameson Doris
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For the real estate veterans who connected on RISMedia's most recent webinar, the key to creating impactful marketing strategies is to not talk at people, instead, consumers want to know that you are capable and that they can trust you. During RISMedia's webinar—"Measurable Marketing Strategies that Flat Out Dominate"—panelists Amy Youngren, founder and...

Posted on Sep 29 2020 - 4:18pm by Housecall
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Our Newsmaker deadline is approaching, but there's still time to nominate those who deserve to be recognized for their efforts in 2020! RISMedia will be accepting nominations for its 2021 Real Estate Newsmakers until 11:59 p.m. ET Oct. 15, 2020. RISMedia's Newsmakers are individuals in the real estate industry who are making headlines for their newsworthy contributions...

Posted on Sep 28 2020 - 3:53pm by Housecall
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By Meghan Belnap When considering what to upgrade before you sell your home, it's just as important to think through your home's mechanical systems as it is your home's aesthetic elements. After all, aesthetic elements are often easier and less expensive to change than mechanical systems. Related: 5 Reasons Why Your HVAC Systems Aren’t Working Right
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Tell Us What You Think: Quick Survey Included Below to Share Your Thoughts About Zillow Starting a Licensed Brokerage If you look at Zillow's progression over the last several years, from Zillow Offers to Zillow Home Loans and Zillow Closing Services, you might guess that the company's latest news—launching its own brokerage, Zillow Homes, to service its iBuyer...

By Brooke Chaplan Homeowners have an attractive range of natural building materials they can choose from to enhance their houses. Stamped concrete not only adds creative designs and aesthetic appeal to a home, but it can also increase a home's value because of its durability and curb appeal. You may want to install stamped concrete to update your home in one or more...

Over the last several years, Zillow has been transitioning from a real estate search portal into a streamlined buying-and-selling entity that offers iBuying services through Zillow Offers, and mortgage, title and escrow services through Zillow Home Loans and Zillow Closing Services. Now, the company has taken a big step further by starting its own licensed brokerage:...