Category: FAQs
Is Your Home Accessible for Aging in Place?
Review our checklist to find out if your house will work for you and your family as you get older Being able to live in your own home as you grow older is certainly an appealing option — and with the right preparation, it can be possible to create a safe and comfortable space that... Read More
5 Steps to Finding Your Next Home
Whether you’re a first-time buyer or a seasoned homeowner, shopping for a new home can feel daunting. In fact, 56% of buyers said that “finding the right property” was the most difficult step in the home buying process.1 Buying a home is a significant commitment of both time and money. And a home purchase has... Read More
Your First Home: Beautiful Basics and Multitaskers for Every Room
Here’s what to choose and what to avoid when outfitting a new house! Whether you are getting married, buying your first home or simply moving into your first real place of your own, you will likely find yourself with some shopping to do. A plan can help you stay focused and avoid unnecessary purchases, saving... Read More
Will Your Remodel Pay Off? The Best (and Worst) Ways to Spend Your Budget
Most new homeowners have something about their property that they want to change. And as family needs and design trends shift over time, many will eventually choose to remodel. Some homeowners make updates to their property before listing it to maximize their potential sales revenue. Whatever your reasons are for taking on a home improvement... Read More
To-Dos: Your August Home Checklist
As summer winds down, take these steps to get your home and family organized for fall! With the transition from summer travels to the beginning of a new school year (and maybe some back-to-work blues), August can feel like a sudden downshift from the fun of vacation. Stretch out these last days of summer by... Read More
What to Look for in a House if You Love to Entertain
These 10 things will smooth the way for bringing guests into your home and ensuring a good time Feeling overwhelmed by the home-buying process? Don’t get swamped, get focused. Beyond the basics of location, price, and condition, what do you really want from your home? Consider adding these 10 items to your home-buying wishlist if you love... Read More
How to Spruce Up Your Patio for Summertime Fun
Get your outdoor space ready for summer with 6 simple and budget-friendly ideas At last, the weather is warming up, the plants are springing to life and the sun is beckoning us outside. It may still be drizzling on occasion, but we know our gardens will be getting some heavy use in the next few... Read More
Why Homeowners Renovate & What They Care About Most
Resale value matters but not as much as design and functionality, the 2019 U.S. Houzz & Home report reveals Most people look at their home and dream of making improvements. But the catalyst for actually beginning a renovation project varies. The 2019 Houzz & Home report sheds light on some of the key reasons homeowners... Read More
Fix It or Not? What to Ask When Prepping Your Home for Sale
Find out whether a repair is worth making before you put your house on the market When you make the decision to sell your home, it can be tricky to know which changes would make your home sell more quickly or boost the sale price — and which would be a waste of your time and resources. Each... Read More
The Case for Hiring a Home Stager When You’re Selling
This pro can help your home look its best — potentially resulting in a faster sale with more profit! Home staging has become an increasingly formidable force in helping people sell their homes more quickly and for more money. Its overall goal is to help prospective homebuyers emotionally connect with a space, hopefully leading to an... Read More