Schools may have a big impact on property value and quality of life. If you're purchasing a home, below are a few reasons local school ratings matter, even if you do not have kids. Top reasons School Ratings Matter When House Hunting The next buyer will consider the school ratings, ... » Learn More about Top reasons School Ratings Matter When House Hunting
Home Ownership
Ways trees add to a home’s value and curb appeal
Home ownership is a big investment, which means buyers and sellers are normally researching ways to add long-term value to their property, and knowing how is a superb way for a real estate agent to provide added value. In this case, money can grow on trees. It’s not a secret - landscaping ... » Learn More about Ways trees add to a home’s value and curb appeal
What Are the Rules Regarding Election-Related Yard Signs?
The First Amendment protects freedom of speech, but may not include your front-lawn endorsement. Whether you’re a die-hard Trump fan, proudly tout #ImWithHer, or are taking the third-party approach, chances are you haven’t kept your presidential preference a secret. While some folks limit the ... » Learn More about What Are the Rules Regarding Election-Related Yard Signs?
Things you can do Whenever your Neighbors List Their property for Sale
The sign just went up across the street. How does your neighbors impending sale affect you? Most people think their real estate concerns end once they’ve closed on and moved into their new homes. But given the constant access to information and the changing nature of society today, smart homeowners ... » Learn More about Things you can do Whenever your Neighbors List Their property for Sale
Myth-busting details about appraisals
Real estate valuation might appear complicated and arbitrary to some consumers. They might wonder why an “exactly the same” house next door is listed at a higher price or why new marble counter tops didn’t add more with their home’s value. We have compiled four myths that clients might express ... » Learn More about Myth-busting details about appraisals