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It can be very alluring to sell your property in hopes of gaining a large payment. However, before you put your property up for sale, there are a couple of factors to take into consideration. What to do before hiring your real estate agent Before hiring a real estate agent, understand what you’re searching for. …

While many of the furniture items from Ikea are clever to begin with, some of the best Ikea “hack” ideas come from thinking of new functionality and styles. There are many popular Ikea hacks on interior decorating and DIY blogs, but some are definitely better than the rest. Create a beautiful wall-to-wall dining display unit …

Prospective homebuyers and current homeowners know that a mortgage is likely to go hand-in-hand with your home, unless another arrangement has been made. However, there are many options available for those monthly mortgage payments, most commonly through 30-year fixed rate mortgages and 15-year fixed rate mortgages. Most know about the 30-year option, but what about …

In real estate, time is one of an agent’s most valuable assets. How real estate professionals spend their time determines how they make money. Tasks that prioritize lead generation and client services are among the most valuable things agents and brokers engage in daily. Therefore, finding ways to maximize time and create efficiencies wherever possible …

The majority of Americans say they’ve taken on DIY home improvement projects mostly as a way to save money, according to a survey from Angi, a home improvement resource. But homeowners admit they’ve taken on more than they should, often resulting in costly errors or delays that could hurt their home’s value. Eighty percent of …

Buying a home is exciting whether you’re a first-time homebuyer, upgrading to a larger space or downsizing. Still, the process can seem overwhelming and complex, especially if you’ve just started looking at homes for sale. Determining your down payment amount (and the factors that impact how much your down payment will be) will help you …

The concept of a mother-in-law suite stems from early 20th-century traditions when caring for aging parents was a societal expectation after marriage. However, you don’t need to have in-laws to reap the benefits of having a second, private living space as part of your home. What is a Mother-in-Law-Suite? A mother-in-law suite is typically a …

Sunrooms blend the perfect combination of outdoor beauty and indoor comfort, whether you’re looking for a bright reading nook, a lively plant room or just a relaxing place to hang out. But adding a sunroom to your home can be daunting, especially when it requires building an addition from the ground up. You’ll have a …