By Conner Flynn Whether you're considering selling your house or you want to improve the appearance of your current property, there are many ways to beautify your backyard. A well-maintained backyard can make you enjoy coming home to relax and make you proud when you have friends and family over. Related: Backyard Tips: Keep Your Pool, Trampoline and Playset Safe...
By Meghan Belnap Most people find it difficult to move out of an apartment and into a permanent home as quickly as they'd like, but some have particular urgency in their search. Whether it's the growth of the family, a toxic landlord or just the innate desire to break ties and own your own land, the months-long process just isn't fast enough for some folks. Related:...
By Kara Masterson If you're looking to organize and store items in your garage, then you need to have a plan. The last thing you want to do is not have enough room to park your own vehicle in your garage. Related: When Packing a Storage Unit, Strategy Is Key Here are the five most popular garage storage hacks that will allow you to make the most out of your garage: Garage...
By Meghan Belnap There are many practical reasons why having a professional inspection conducted is critical prior to purchasing a home, and hiring the right home inspector could end up saving you a lot of money and hassle down the road. Related: 4 Things Home Inspectors Look for During an Inspection Here are some of the main reasons why you should have an inspection...
By Ryan Tollefsen For some, the thought of designing and building their dream home can serve as motivation for a good portion of their lives. Others may be willing to take it a step further by not only building their dream home, but selecting the perfect building site for it to sit on. A large lot on a cul-de-sac may be ideal for some; others may desire a beach or...
By Katie Kuchta Homes with great curb appeal typically have a well-maintained yard. Taking the time and energy to create a beautiful garden is one of the best ways to bring the best offer. Related: Tips for Reviving Your Lawn After Winter Draw potential buyers through the door by creating an enticing landscape. Consider these seven ways to make your landscape pop...
Purchasing a home often comes with a hefty price tag, but a surprising new report from Zillow shows that it costs a pretty penny to sell a home as well. In 2019, the average U.S. home seller spent $20,851 to sell their property, according to Zillow and Thumbtack's 2019 Hidden Costs of Selling analysis. This number includes the obvious closing costs, as well as improvements...
In the following interview, Toby Lim, CEO of Treasury Homes with Keller Williams Realty in Vienna, Va., discusses the firm’s growth, and how leads have played a role.
Region Served: Arlington, Fairfax, McLean and Tysons, Va., Northern Bethesda and Silver Spring, Md., as well as all of Washington, D.C.
Years in Real Estate: 4
Number of Offices: 1
By Bill Gassett Do real estate agents make mistakes when pricing a home? Of course. This is why it's so important to go with an experienced agent and one you can trust at the same time. Related: Growing and Slowing: What to Expect for Home Prices, and Where Sometimes an agent will make a pricing mistake for no fault of their own. You'd be surprised by how many sellers...
By Meghan Belnap A cozy cabin can be a great way to spend a quiet vacation getting closer to nature. However, having one built can put people in a situation where they risk damaging the very nature they came out to enjoy. Related: How to Make Your Home Attractive to Environmentally-Conscious Buyers Thankfully, it doesn't have to be one or the other. Here...
