I don't know why so many home sellers still don't property stage their homes. Maybe it's because "staging" as a real estate concept started in the very high end, and people still think that it's only appropriate for select luxury properties. Maybe it's because the first professionals who offered staging did it as outside consultants, not as part of their core real estate … [Read more...]
How to Manage a Cross-Country Relocation
In the past, we’ve focused on things you should consider when planning to move. However, when you’re considering a move across the country, there are several other things you have to think about in order to be fully prepared for the transition. Obviously, moving cross-country is a bigger change than moving to the next state over or merely a few towns away. There’s a lot of … [Read more...]
Buying and Selling a Home as a Pet Owner
If you’re buying or selling a house, there are a few things you have to consider when you have a pet. When you’re buying, you have to look into any pet ordinances in the neighborhood you’re considering, and also find a living arrangement that will work best for you and your pet. If you’re selling, you’ll have to stay on top of your cleaning game and make sure your pet makes as … [Read more...]
Top Real-Estate Myths
Whether you’re a homeowner looking to sell your home, or a new buyer looking for that place to call home, odds are you have come in contact with your share of real-estate myths. In fact, you may have wished there was a “Myth Busters” type of show that dealt with real estate, to help you separate fact from fiction. While we’re waiting for a show like that to be created, we want … [Read more...]
What to Expect in 2016’s Real-Estate Industry
It’s hard to believe 2015 is already at a close. But it’s happening, and everyone’s getting ready for the new year and preparing their resolutions. In the real-estate industry, we’re excited for the trends that are predicted to take place in the coming year. This is a business that’s used to big and rapid changes, so we’re looking forward to what the new year has in store for … [Read more...]