There’s not much more exciting than a new-to-you home! The search process is over, the inspections and negotiations have passed, and closing day is right around the corner. However, often in the excitement, new homeowners forget to do a few basic things before moving in.
Here’s a simple checklist you can use to make sure your move will go as quickly and smoothly as possible!
There’s something exciting about the weather cooling down, leaves changing colors, and pumpkins everywhere. Now that Fall is officially here, I wanted to share a few easy DIY projects you could tackle to help make your house feel homey, welcoming, and ready for the season. Take a look at the projects below!
Often, the exterior of a house is the first thing people (including potential buyers) see. Not only that, but they also form an opinion about your home from that very first glance. Most people assume a run-down-looking house on the outside is also run-down-looking on the inside.
If you’re starting to worry thinking the outside of your home is less than glamorous, don’t panic. Small changes make a big difference when it comes to sprucing up your exterior. No matter the size or style of your house, here are a few simple areas to focus on when it comes to improving your house's curb appeal.
Have you ever considered building a home? If you’ve stalked the housing market without finding something you love, or have always dreamed of customizing a home, building might be the right step for you. However, it’s not always all that it seems.
Here are a few questions to ask if you want to build a new home.
Did you know the kitchen is one of the most “lived-in” spaces in the house? Even if you wouldn’t consider yourself a chef, chances are people will end up gathering there. So, when it comes to looking for a house, it’s a wise decision to think through what it is you want in a kitchen.
Here are 5 things to look for:
Whether you’re moving across the city or moving across the country, selling a house is a big deal. But, there are a few things you can do to ensure the process goes as smoothly as possible and you sell for the best price possible.
Here are 5 things to do that can help to streamline your process and yield a profitable return.
Once you’ve decided to start looking for a house, the first step (after getting pre-approved from your bank) is looking at houses that meet your criteria. However, all houses are not created equal, and it’s a good idea to go into a house equipped with questions.
If you want to effectively evaluate a house, here are some good questions to ask in each area of the house.
Whether you have kids, plan to have kids, have grandkids, or just want kids to be welcome at your home, the reality is kids change the way you look at a house. All of a sudden beautiful, curving staircases look like the perfect opportunity for an ER trip, and closed-off, inflexible spaces give you nightmares. What once was appealing, now could actually be a red flag.
So, what should you know when it comes to buying a kid-friendly house? Here are 3 tips to get you started.
As warmer weather (finally) arrives and all of the school things come to a close, you may be thinking about what’s next. And if what’s next includes a new home, now is a great time! Summer is often a busy season for real estate as families move in and out of the area. This means, if you’re thinking of making a transition, there will be lots of homes hitting the market!
Here are 5 things you can do now, to prep for a move this summer:
If you found your dream house but didn’t love the location, would you still buy it?
The reality is, location matters when it comes to buying a house. And ultimately, if you don’t love where a house is, you might end up not loving the house either.
Here are 6 things to take into consideration about your potential new location when home buying.
Just how much do you know about buying and selling a house?
Even if you’ve bought or sold before, all of the terminology surrounding the process can prove to be challenging and even frustrating to master. Who knew you had to learn a new language just to buy a house?!
The good news is, as a Realtor, part of my job is to make sure you know everything you need to know to buy and/or sell confidently. Here’s a fun way to see just how familiar you are with some popular real estate terms.
When it comes to selling a home, it’s critical to price your house right from the start. List it for too much and you’ll scare off any potential buyers, list it for too little and you’ll attract the wrong buyers. There’s a sweet spot when it comes to pricing, and as a Realtor with years of experience, I can help you find it.
Here are a few reasons why price matters.
There’s not much that can detour the sale of a house more than clutter. Sure, the layout and shape of the house matter, but when it comes to appeal, clutter has the power to make or break the sale.
When I work with sellers, here are a few things I ensure they do to help make their home look clean, open, and ready to sell.
Believe it or not, spring is right around the corner (and I couldn’t be more ready). Oklahoma winters can be brutal with bone-chilling winds, but it makes those first glimpses of spring even sweeter. If you are planning on prepping your home to sell, here are a few ways to brighten things up and get your home ready for spring!
When it comes to buying and selling homes, there can be a lot of hidden costs involved. Between making home improvements and closing costs, you may be looking for ways to save here and there. Hiring a moving company can alleviate stress and make things simple, but it can also be pricey. If you decide to save in this way, here are a few steps you should take to make moving yourself as easy as possible.
Have you ever driven by a house and suddenly stopped in your tracks because the exterior of a home was simply beautiful? I know I have! The exterior of your home can be a fun way to share your personality as well as bring joy to your sweet home. If you need some ideas on how to spruce up your home, here are some examples of beautiful home exteriors!
Once your home hits the market, hosting an open house is not uncommon. These are great opportunities for potential buyers to take a look around your house in a low-pressure setting. In Oklahoma, typically these are on Sunday afternoons for a couple of hours. While it may seem like there’s not much you can do since sellers aren’t present during this time, there is actually quite a bit you can do to help ensure the open house is successful.
Here are 5 ways you can make sure you have a successful open house.
When it comes to selling a home, it’s pretty obvious that as the seller you want to make as much of a profit as possible. More profit means more money to put down on your next home which can help lower those monthly mortgage payments significantly.
However, there are also a lot of factors that come into play when figuring out the listing price of your home. But, what are some easy, practical improvements you can make on the front end that could lead to a significant return in the end?
Believe it or not, the start of a new year is just around the corner! And whether you’re one to make resolutions or not, setting goals is always a good thing when it comes to your home and your future. Here are a few resolutions you can make if you’re wanting to improve your house over the coming year.
