Solutions to Transition a Backyard Into a Haven Buyers Will “Fall” in Love With. Daylight is dwindling, temperatures are dropping; it’s time for you to cover up the grill, toss the flowers and retire the patio furniture to the garage, right? Not too fast! Keep in mind that backyard appeal can be ... » Learn More about From Summer Blues to Harvest Hues
Home Ownership
Rates On Mortgages Hold Steady
The 30-year FRM inched a mere .01 percentage points higher this week to wind up at 3.65%, while the 15-year version fell .02 percentage points to 3.14%. U.S. long-term rates on mortgages held steady this week, supplying a potential boon to home-buyers amid an uncertain economic ... » Learn More about Rates On Mortgages Hold Steady
Need for Housing Increases in August 2019
As outlined in the August 2019 RE/MAX National Housing Report, buyer demand continues to exceed available housing supply, continuing the favorable seller’s market that has been in place for years. While sellers have had the upper hand in negotiations in recent years with a reduced inventory ... » Learn More about Need for Housing Increases in August 2019
Concerned With Permit Code Violations?
Neglecting to obtain the required permit may lead to code violations. A seller should have already taken care of these details, but should a buyer be worried anyway? Should Buyers Be Concerned With Permit Code Violations? Question: I am getting a house and am worried about ... » Learn More about Concerned With Permit Code Violations?
Staging the Master Bedroom
Don’t ignore the key function of a master bedroom in buyers’ eyes - a place to unwind and recharge. But 70% would like to see a spot for a TV set. A master bedroom needs to be a peaceful place to relax and recharge, the reason a large amount of designers say attention needs to go into its look. ... » Learn More about Staging the Master Bedroom