Many homeowners think about fencing and wonder if it’s worth the cost and maintenance. A well built and well-maintained fence can add curb appeal and value to your home but at a substantial price. Here’s a quick list of Pros and Cons if you’re thinking of fences this spring. To Fence: An attractive, well-maintained fence […]
Condominium or Single Family Home?
Many of us are thinking of simplifying our lives, and even downsizing our homes. It’s happening all across the nation: Less stuff, smaller spaces, reduced expenses, and a concentration on living well while not living so large. Whether it’s a change at work, a new life stage, or a desire to simplify, it seems like […]
Auctions: A Growing Trend
Selling and buying your home through an auction has been a growing trend for the last several years. Is buying or selling a home at auction right for you? Sales for 2008 totaled 56.8 billion dollars, according to the National Auctioneer Association, and the trend is growing, although still a small percentage of total residential […]
Are You Working with a Realtor?
Why am I always asked if I’m working with an agent? It makes me feel like Realtors don’t want to talk to me! They do want to talk to you! There’s two reasons why you often get asked this question. One: Professional ethics. A good agent doesn’t want to “steal” another agent’s client. Realtors invest […]