In the age of next-hour delivery, we've all grown accustomed to transactions that happen in a few clicks. Buying a house, however, requires much more time, more signatures and more waiting. Understanding the homebuying process can help gi...
Clutter
It doesn't matter how smart and sophisticated the decor and design of your home is if it's constantly covered by a layer of clutter. Clutter clogs up the flow of a room more than anything and automatically makes any design choic...
When it’s time to remodel, many homeowners head to home improvement stores like Lowe’s to buy the supplies they need to complete their home projects. It’s a smart idea, especially since the right projects can put more money back into...
What to Know About Home Inspections
A home inspection examines the parts and systems that make up a home, from the roof to the foundation. Inspections are often requested by buyers interested in a property, sellers who op...
Big savings can come from living small
Whether you’re thinking of downsizing to a smaller house or a condo, taking the life-changing step of selling your current house to buy a more affordable home in retirement can be a smart move.&n...
The Most Expensive Mistakes a Home Buyer Can Make
A home is the single largest purchase most people ever make, but if you’re a newbie to real estate transactions, it can also be one of the most confusing. With so much money on the tab...
Hidden Hazards
Perhaps you have just moved into a new home. Or maybe you’ve lived in your house for a while and have started to uncover certain, shall we say, disturbing things about it. Whether you are a new or established homeowner,...
In mid-January, Kim Colaprete held an open house for a property that had just hit the market in Seattle. With nearly 100 people attending over two days, it was a busy event, says the broker of Team Diva Real Estate with Coldwell Banker Bain. E...
Expert Tips
More and more people are telecommuting, as the benefits of remote work are being seen by companies and employees alike. If your home is where your office is, you need to create an environment that will be productive, inspiri...