Selling and buying in the summer season
Real Estate Matters As the official first day of summer begins on Friday, June 20, it’s time to relax and enjoy some well-deserved relaxation. It’s also a great time to look for a new home. These tips will have you ready to house hunt and sell your home...
Your agent is the key to a successful negotiation
Real Estate Matters For some sellers, the negotiation process is a chance to duke it out with potential buyers, while for others it is a nail-biting source of anxiety. In order to plan for and weather the process successfully, formulate a game plan with your agent and...
Nine home renovation projects to consider this summer
Real Estate Matters Summer is a time to enjoy fun in the sun. But the season isn’t all about barbecues and vacations – this is a great time to tackle some home improvement projects. Whether it’s an improvement to your house or yard, the warmest months of the year...
Six factors to consider when choosing the location of your next home
Real Estate Matters While the number of bedrooms and the size of the backyard are both important when searching for a home, location should not be overlooked. In fact, it is often said that in buying real estate and in choosing your place to call home, it is often...
Proper etiquette when going to an open house
Real Estate MattersBy Elisa Jo Eagan Open houses are a great way to find your next home. You can take a peek inside the home, ask the agent some questions…there may even be snacks. But open houses are not free-for-alls. You are a guest entering a seller’s home and...
