Fall: Time to plant those mums!

Fall mums, also known as garden mums, used to be commonly known as chrysanthemums. They are available in many colors and sizes, are easy to…

What questions should I ask real estate agents?

Seven in 10 real estate consumers work with the first real estate agent they interview, according to studies by the National Association of Realtors (NAR).I…

Pets have accidents: Here’s how to clean them from carpet

Statistics; you gotta love them.According to the American Veterinary Medical Association, 38.4% of American households are home to a dog, while 25.4% have cats.That’s a…

How to compete against cash homebuyers and win

Got cash?If not, and you’re in the market to buy a home, you are at a distinct disadvantage.The volume of cash buyers in the market…

How to save money when you buy a home

If you’re considering buying a home, statistics say that one of the first things you’ll do is surf the Internet. From looking at homes for…

The lead based paint disclosure

Among the many forms you’ll be asked to sign when you buy a home is the Lead Based Paint disclosure. I’ve seen many clients give…

Thinking about home renovations? Read this first

There’s nothing wrong with wanting to perform home improvement projects before you put your home on the market. In fact, some fixes are mandatory.When you’re…

Low income? Yes, you can buy a home

Despite what many first-time mortgage shoppers imagine, Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae aren’t members of the cast of “The Beverly Hillbillies.”They are both what are…

Now is the ideal time to aerate your lawn

Just when you thought time spent working on your landscape was coming to an end as we approach the cooler season, along come the experts.The…

Housing Market Update – September 2021

Welcome to the Monthly Market Report for September 2021. We want to give you the insights that you need to help confidently make the best…