Making time for home maintenance tasks can be hard, especially when everyone is so busy. And spending an afternoon watching college football or going apple picking is a lot more fun than doing maintenance!
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You’ve probably heard the news…“The Fed cut rates!” But what does this actually mean and how will it affect you when it comes to buying, selling or refinancing a home?
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With hardly any homes on the market, you might be wondering what are the best strategies to find a home if you need to or want to move during this time of year?
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Sometimes you have no choice on when you need to sell your home -- a job transfer, you saw another home you really want to buy, or you have an unexpected life change.
Selling in the “off season” -- such as summer -- isn’t ideal but it can be done, and it’s imperative it’s done the right way to get the best results.
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It's always a good time to step back and read a great book, but something about summer makes me want to grab a book.
So, I wanted to share some of my favorite books with you. These are books I keep re-reading, recommending, and passing on to others because they show you how to live a more fulfilling and rewarding life, including guidance on how to make the most of your home.
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Whether you’re a meticulous vacation planner or more carefree, you don’t want to be laissez-faire when it comes to leaving your home.
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Selling your home in the spring is usually best for most homeowners. The time of year isn’t just blooming with flowers but also buyers!
Starting in March and going through June, the real estate market is in full force throughout the DC metro area. Just about anyone who is looking for a home is hitting open houses.
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Both the inside and outside of your home could use a good once-over to make it look its best and keep it well-maintained. And that’s why “spring cleaning” and other seasonal prep work should be at the top of your to-do list for the weeks ahead.
You want to fully enjoy your home and yard once some gorgeous days come our way, so take the time to schedule some must-do tasks earlier in the season so you can cross them off your list.
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Buying a home takes a lot of preparation and planning. It’s important to get your finances in order and other tasks done before you even start house hunting! Keep in mind that this early stage of the buying process doesn’t happen overnight. It takes time on your part even before we start working together. That way when you are ready to make your move, you confidently move forward to make that new home you just saw YOURS.
The only way that can happen smoothly is if you do your homework first, so start prepping and planning now if you want to buy a home in the months ahead or even a year from now.
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Don’t make flood insurance an afterthought!
Even if you don’t live near the water or your home is not on a floodplain, you could be making a costly mistake if you don’t have the correct coverage.
Most standard homeowner’s insurance policies don’t include flood protection, but a “low-risk” home could be hit with damage from flooding and you’ll get no compensation for it if you’re not protected.
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