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Setting Emotions Aside When Selling

Imagine shopping for a used car. You find one that you like and while negotiating the price, the seller gets sentimental. He shares happy memories of family picnics, his kids’ soccer games and other adventures with the vehicle. Then he demands a higher price. After all, he couldn’t possibly part ...

Cleaning Tips for Instantly Improving Curb Appeal

As you may know, curb appeal refers to how your property looks from the street, where potential buyers first see it. Your home’s curb appeal can have a big impact on the sale of your property. In fact, it’s not uncommon for a buyer to drive by a listing, rather than ...

First Steps to Finding a Home

So, you are thinking about buying a home, how do you go about creating your list of desired features? The first important step is to get pre-approved for a mortgage to get a better understand your budget. Knowing how much you can spend plays an important role in how you’ll craft ...

The Hottest Design Trends for 2023

Design experts say homeowners are now leaning into a warm, refined and luxe elegance with an emphasis on natural materials. Here are some of the year’s hottest trends you may want to incorporate throughout your own home. Kitchen - Space for cooking or baking that can be repurposed as a dining room, ...