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How To Best Showcase Your Home On Media

Photography and videography are undoubtedly an art. So, when placing your home on the market, take care to prepare your home for photos a...

How To Navigate A Virtual Open House As A Potential Buyer

Whether it’s distance or health reasons, virtual open houses have become common. If you are attending a virtual open house? Here are a few...

What Kind Of Bonus Space Do I Need In My New Home?

Especially during these days in which we likely find ourselves at home more often, bonus rooms and other extra spaces in your home may ta...

3 Items To Guide Your Home Buying Decision

Given that the many factors involved in any home buying process, here are three items that can help you choose just the right home for yo...

Making The Most Of Your Outdoor Space This Summer

Sweet summertime is here and, especially if you've recently moved into a new home, check out these festive summer must-haves for your out...

Walking Around The Neighborhood

You found the perfect home for you and your family. The interior and exterior come ready with all of the bells and whistles that you have...

Let The Light In For Your Summer Home Staging

Summertime is here and the sunshine is abundant. Take advantage of the natural light for your home showing. Check out these 5 tips on how...

Home Buying/Selling During The COVID-19 Crisis

The real estate industry, like nearly all other industries, is undergoing adjustments to meet the needs of buyers and sellers amidst the ...

Fixed Versus Adjustable Mortgages: Here’s What You Should Know

Considering mortgage options for your future home? Take a look at the basic types of mortgages. As Investopedia explains, a homebuyer sho...

3 Tips To Selling A Small House

Bigger is not always better, but sometimes you are ready for bigger, especially when it comes to your home’s floorplan. If you plan to se...

Selling Your Home To A Friend? 3 Tips For Navigating The Sale

Your friend wants to buy your home—This is great news! In many cases this can simplify and fast-track your home sale. Nevertheless, espec...

Did You Safety Check Your New Home?

While the home inspector may have cleared your recently purchased property, as a new homeowner, you will want complete your own safety te...

Let Your Answers Be Your Guide

Do you plan to move in 2020? If so, here are three questions to consider as you search for your new home: #1 What is driving your move? P...

3 Ways To Make A Potential Buyer Feel At Home

As you prepare your home to go on the market, help potential buyers feel at home as they tour your home. Consider these three simple tips...

Small Details, Big Impact

Go big or go home? Not necessarily. If you’ve recently bought a fixer-upper or if you're interested in refreshing the look of your home, ...

Holiday Cheer For Homebuyers And Sellers

While the holiday season can be difficult to navigate if your home is on the market or if you are recently settled into a new home, don’t...

Have You Checked The Basement Lately?

Whether you are buying, selling, or settled in your home, as a homeowner, staying ahead of any potential leaks in your basement is import...

Considering A Move To South Bend? See Cost Of Living Perks

Did you know that Niche.com ranked South Bend as the city with the second lowest cost of living in the country? Yes, you read that correc...

Moving Company Or DIY Move?

If you will be packing and moving homes soon, you are likely deciding whether or not to hire a moving company. While movers can make a mo...

How To Make Buyers Fall For Your Home This Season

Did you know Fall is the second-best season for selling a home? That’s right. So, if your home is on the market, make use of the seasonal...

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