Selling your home can be a challenging period in your life. You never know how long a property will take to sell, and showings and open houses can take a lot of work. But what’s even more nerve-wracking than the… Read more ›

While we contend that winter is actually a great time to buy a home, you may wish to wait until spring for any number of personal reasons. If you’ve decided to join the throngs of people shopping for a house… Read more ›

A Guide to Buying Your First Home If you’re thinking about buying your first home, you probably want to know more about how the process works! After all, buying a home can be a complex transaction. Here are Howard Hanna,… Read more ›

REAL ESTATE GLOSSARY, VOL. 3 MOLDING STYLES Are you purchasing your first home? Read our guide for first-time homebuyers today! The differences between molding styles found in today’s homes abound, causing confusion and uncertainty. Homeowners are often unsure how to… Read more ›

REAL ESTATE GLOSSARY, VOL 2 LISTING STATUS * Buying your first home? Read our first-time homebuyer guide here! If you are new to the real estate industry, you may think that all listed properties are either for sale or sold.… Read more ›

Every home is special in its own way, and loved by its owners for reasons of their own, but some stately mansions and classic chalets are truly a breed apart. When you look closely, what makes these homes distinctive? The… Read more ›

A home is one of the largest purchases most people will ever make, and a commitment of that magnitude can feel overwhelming. What if you decide after the transaction has closed that the house you picked isn’t right for you… Read more ›

Buying a home can be a very emotional experience, and in the moment, it’s easy to forget to ask some important questions. To help keep you on track and be sure you’re not walking into a trap, we’ve made a… Read more ›

Starter Home vs. Forever Home As you begin your home buying process, you may have heard the terms “starter home” and “forever home” thrown around in conjunction with the question, “What type of home are you looking to buy or… Read more ›

First, let’s discuss what curb appeal actually is. Curb appeal is the general attractiveness of your home and its surrounding property visible from the front sidewalk, street and/or lawn. First impressions are important; a welcoming exterior can mean the difference… Read more ›

DON’T do any major renovations. Instead, focus your time and money on smaller updates – get rid of any wallpaper, touch up paint, remove old, dated, or matted carpets, replace light bulbs, etc. You may even consider slightly larger projects such… Read more ›

Spring is (finally) here! Flowers are blooming, the sun is shining, and homes are open for viewing! Spring is a wonderful time of the year, especially for attending open houses. Here’s why you should go to an open house in… Read more ›