By Marian McPherson | Source: Inman News Helps buyers search for a home that fits their lifestyle Listing descriptions can only reveal so much about a home — the number of beds and baths, the special features in a kitchen or whether the backyard has enough room to entertain. But listings don’t always tell you about the best restaurants […]

By Stephanie Booth | Source: Realtor.com After living in the same home for a while, it’s amazing what you can get used to. A creaky floorboard, for instance. A chipped tile that you’ve been meaning to replace but haven’t gotten around to. A doorknob that needs a little coaxing to turn. No big deal, right? Well, these […]

By Jessie Culbert | Source: Redfin A seller recently asked me this question: In this market, do I really need to pay to stage my home? The answer is…yes! Redfin listing specialists recommend staging for two reasons: The first is that a staged home results in better photos. Photos are your home’s currency online, and the more appealing they are, […]

By Daniel Bortz | Source: Realtor.com Selling a home might not seem like rocket science, but rest assured, there’s a lot to consider—and a lot of money on the line. As such, home sellers can really sabotage their own efforts in so many ways. Curious about what could go wrong? Check out these six classic ways home sellers bungle their prospects so you don’t […]

By Celeste Perron | Source: Realtor.com What is a passive house? It’s a home designed to require minimal heating or cooling, making it an eco-friendly and economical choice for home buyers. While passive houses might not sound all that exciting, they’re stirring up plenty of buzz within real estate circles—and that could mean you’ll see a lot more of them in the near future. So […]