Buying a new home is exciting, scary and enthralling all in one. The decision to move on from your current property or purchase your first home doesn’t come easily. You may have been dwelling on it long before the pandemic or perhaps the current state of the world has contributed to your decision to buy a home.
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Farmhouse Decor: A Niche List for Design Inspiration
As a realtor specialized in equestrian properties, no decorating trend feels more fitting than a farmhouse aesthetic.
Farmhouse style decor charms its way into our hearts with its rustic warmth, natural textures, and robustness for home living. This design style has a unique way of mixing traditional elements with modern touches and coziness.
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3 Steps to Teach Kids About Permaculture
Creating sustainable systems – the heart of permaculture, or “permanent agriculture” – might just be the thing that can restore our planet. However, if that is ever to become a reality, the next generation must be our main focus. Teaching kids how their choices impact our earth and ultimately, how they can be drivers of environmental change is a powerful lesson.
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13 Ways To Improve Your Yard For Summer
With temperatures starting to increase, the layers coming off, and more daylight hours it truly starting to feel like summer. However, this summer is looking a little different with many choosing to say no to the Europe trip, summer camps, and local pools.
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The Pros and Cons of Buying an Older Home
Historical architecture, intricate detailing, rustic high beams, and traditional wooden fireplaces might be some of the images that come to mind when you think about the term ‘older home’. Or perhaps you picture a derelict structure, on the verge of condmenation…
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Turning Your Acreage Into Profit: Monetizing Your Land/Property
This is the lifestyle you’ve always wanted. You’ve got acres of land, the property of your dreams, and a location like no other. These resources have likely allowed you to be self-sustaining, to save money, and to turn your hobby or passion into your way of living.
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Buying a House Sight Unseen
Buying a house is a very big deal. It’s the place you make your home, where you will be creating lifelong memories, and it is likely one of the biggest purchases you will make. Therefore, it’s not surprising that buying a house without seeing it in person first can seem completely unfathomable. However, given the current COVID-19 pandemic, the process of buying a house sight unseen is becoming more common. The current world pandemic has left those wanting (or more accurately, needing) to buy a home in limbo, without much of a choice. It might come as a surprise, but even in the pre-pandemic days, buying a house sight unseen was a relatively common practice. While not always a first choice, with the right planning and research, buying a house without seeing it first isn’t as scary as it sounds.
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11 Tips for Staging Your Home
Picture this. You’re at a home showing, the house has an inviting mat on the doorstep welcoming you in. Inside, the smell of fresh flowers lingers, not a spec of dirt in sight. The furniture is neutral, you can really imagine what it would be like to add your own style to the place. Outside, a hammock has been set up where you can see yourself curling up with a book. That’s the home that you remember when it comes to making your decision.
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For Sale By Owner: Should You Sell Your House Without A Realtor?
Let me guess. You’ve noticed the commission fees associated with working with a realtor to sell your property.
Now you’re wondering: is a real estate agent even worth it?
Selling your home without a realtor, or “for sale by owner” (FSOB), might sound like a decent way to save thousands, but is it the smartest choice for you?
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How to Tell if a Home Has Good Resale Value
Does your home have the perfect countryside location? Abounds of acreage to keep all the family happy, including the furry members? A good number of bedrooms so everyone has enough space? Well, you might just be in luck. Any of these assets can contribute greatly to the resale value of your house.
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