We are going to review frequently asked questions when renovating your home: How do I pick a contractor? How much will my project cost? How long will renovations take to complete? How do I prioritize projects? Where do I begin? Do I need permits? How much will renovations increase my home value? How should I pay for renovations?

Before you start searching for homes online, it's important to take the first step to house shopping: Getting pre-approved for a mortgage.

If you, like most Americans, spent a record amount of time inside your home last year due to the pandemic, you may have accumulated more stuff than you have in previous years. Many people acquired new hobbies to pass the time at home, started – and maybe even finished – home improvement projects, or simply went a little overboard with boredom-induced online shopping. If this sounds familiar, it may be time for a decluttering session.

We all want people to love our home as much as we do, but especially when you are trying to sell it! While it’s impossible to please every buyers’ taste, there are several easy things you can do to make your home more appealing without spending a lot of money. Try some of these tricks and see if your showings cause buyers to swoon.

This has been an unprecedented year for most Americans. As we approach the Thanksgiving holiday, some may be finding a lot to be grateful for– for example, the end of the election process, or remaining healthy through the pandemic– while others may have had a different experience and may be struggling with feeling gratitude. Sometimes having gratitude is something people have to work on, especially children, who are used to seeing the world with themselves in the center.

Thanking about selling your home but not sure if the fall is the right time of year? It’s actually a great time to put your home on the market. Here are some of the benefits of listing your home in the fall.

An easy answer is when it’s best for you! Obviously, if you are closing on a home purchase, moving for work, or want to get settled before the new school year, you have a timeline you need to work with. But, if you have the luxury of choosing when to sell, there are a few considerations.

If you are interested in buying new construction, know that the process differs somewhat from buying a pre-owned home. I can help you through the process!

Maintenance Tips

Staging a home can be the difference between a quick sell and one that lingers far longer than it should. To know if staging is right for you, I pulled together a few expert answers to three common home staging questions.