accumulated Is an Assumable Loan in your Future? And, why? With mortgage rates on the rise, we may be looking for more creative ways to make selling and buying your home more affordable. When interest rates were extremely high in the 1970’s, assumable mortgages were common and a good tool for sellers as well as an incentive for buyers. What exactly is an assumable loan? […]
arborist Before Planting that Tree…What you should know. Being a homeowner means more than just cleaning, decorating and maintaining your house. It’s also your responsibility to take care of whatever land is yours. For a lot of people, this means putting their own mark with landscaping like perennials, shrubs and trees. Unfortunately for those trees, many are planted in the wrong place and […]
busiest Spring Real Estate Survival Guide! Real estate agents are reporting increased showings at open houses, bidding wars, and multiple offers over asking price within days, sometimes even hours.  Basically, it’s a jungle out there. Before you jump into the fray, contact me to guide you through the process. As a homebuyer, this time of year and competitive environment can seem overwhelming, […]
calm Paint Colors for Staging your Home Staging is so important and the lifestyle you present makes a huge impression on potential buyers. You only get one chance to “Wow” them, so why not use paint colors to create calm, drama, elegance, etc.? Crowd-Pleasing Paint Colors for Staging Your Home
checklist Get Ready for Spring! Doesn’t the title just make you smile? Spring is coming and here are some ways to get ready to welcome it with open arms! Just doing some of these things has made me feel much more positive during the gray days. To-Dos: Your March Home Checklist
2018 How Will the New Mortgage Interest Deduction Change Affect You? Mortgage Interest Deduction The final bill reduces the limit on deductible mortgage debt to $750,000 for new loans taken out after 12/14/17. Current loans of up to $1 million are grandfathered and are not subject to the new $750,000 cap. Neither limit is indexed for inflation. Homeowners may refinance mortgage debts existing on 12/14/17 up […]
citrus Frost Damage in the Garden (or, my impatiens look like cooked spinach) We have had some cold nights recently and my plants show it! I know that the impatiens will die, but how about my other plants and trees? Here are some good ways to protect your plants from frost damage. I especially like the tip for citrus trees.Contact Me for more community and real estate information. […]
avoid Avoid Dryer Fires! Okay, this is seriously one of my crazy, persistent fears! I am forever imagining my dryer catching fire and take all the precautions I can. I never leave the dryer on when gone, clean the vent often and clean the lint trap several times during one cycle! This article from Houzz tells ways to avoid […]
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decor Do You Share Your Home with Pets and/or Extended Family? I don’t share my home with extended family and my children live on their own at this stage. However, I do have a fairly fluffy dog, overnight guests often and a mildly messy and oblivious husband. I try to dust and vacuum every other day, but that is more a dream than a reality. This means […]
aqua Using Blues in the Kitchen I LOVE that blues are back! Whether you use dark or light blue, as accents or entire walls, blue is such an easy color to live with. Take a look at the examples in this Houzz article. Not only are there true blues, but also subtle variations in wedgwood, aqua, ect. What do you think […]
depression Grandma Knew How to Save Money! 9 Money-Saving Tips That Grandma Never Told You About Like stuffing your fridge (really!) Read I know I will not use all of these tips, but it does remind me to watch for ways to save money.I remember my depression-era parents doing things I thought silly in order to save. Visit my site for more […]
article Late-Summer Garden Looking Ugly? I am no longer feeling the love for my cucumbers. I have made more jars of dill and bread & butter pickles than I care to remember! My zucchini has spread across my driveway and my tomato plants are long and leggy. It may be time to call their time of death and send them to […]
bias Thinking of Selling Your Own Home? You may want to think again. This is an article I received from a lender, based on a new study by Collateral Analytics. The actual study goes into great detail, with graphs and more analytics, but this is an excellent recap.  One of the main reasons why For Sale By Owners (FSBOs) don’t use a real estate agent is because they believe they […]
best Do Open Houses Benefit the Sellers?                                                                 YES!!! This may surprise many people, since the thought has historically been that open houses benefit the agent only. Yes, it does give […]
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Chicago Wonder What It’s Like to Live in a Frank Lloyd Wright House? I just read this article on houzz and I’m pretty excited. I’m about to head to Chicago, Illinois and plan to tour a few of the existing Wright homes while I’m there. What a great opportunity for this couple who lived in one for 50 years! What It’s Like to Live in a Frank Lloyd […]
dry Where Can You Hang the Wash? The Hardworking Laundry: Make Room for Hanging the Wash
alarm Home Security Tips from the Source (Burglars) Home Security System?  Have you wondered why some homes are targeted for burglaries and others are passed over? I know I have always felt more secure knowing that my dog would bark at anyone near my house, but is that really a good deterrent? Do lamp timers work? How about leaving a radio on? I just […]
antimicrobial Self-Cleaning Doorknobs? Really??? Brass Doorknob & Kickplate Brass Doorknob,Kickplate & Mail slot Ever wonder why so many doorknobs and handles are made of brass? It isn’t just for aesthetics. Brass is an antimicrobial metal which can disinfect itself every 8 hours or so. It’s called the Oligodynamic Effect. Steel, glass, ceramic and plastic don’t do this. Brass, bronze […]
best Not Yo’ Mama’s Green Kitchen! When I think of green kitchens, I immediately go to those avocado appliances that so many people (including me) had. Houzz has published this article about the new popularity of green as a color in the kitchen. I am loving these neutrals, including whites, warm grays and these soft greens. Take a look and see […]