November 20, 2020
The short sale process has become common practice for homeowners in less than perfect financial standing, and for good reason: it’s indicative of a borrower’s impending inability to pay down their mortgage. However, contrary to popular belief, short sales are anything but bad; they are simply associated with an unfortunate situation. In fact, you could argue short […]
November 13, 2020
In a typical listing agreement, instructions are defined in writing for how both Listing Agent and Buyer’s Agent receive their commission at the Close of Escrow. Industry Standard suggest the Listing Agent receives about 3.5% in a normal transaction while the Buyer’s Agent receives about 2.5%. Does that mean the seller or the buyer pays […]
October 15, 2020
Offer up some tastes of fall in homes this season. It’s that time of year again: Ignite the pumpkin explosion all over your taste buds and even throughout the insides of your home. Add a little pumpkin spice to your home staging to give homes a cozy vibe this autumn season. But as always, be […]
September 28, 2020
Swap out the traditional steel garage door for a stylish glass one, adding a modern touch but not sacrificing privacy. A new garage door can give a home’s exterior an instant upgrade. If you want to add a modern edge, consider glass garage doors, which provide maximum light. “From coast to coast and everywhere in […]
August 25, 2020
The pandemic has influenced so many areas of our lives these past few months. It’s not surprising that it’s also affecting the design of our homes. Let’s look at some of the biggest home design trends influenced by the pandemic. 5. The waning appeal of open floor plans. A growing complaint with the open floor […]
July 25, 2020
Hurricane Douglas due to hit Hawaiian Islands Sunday, 7/26/2020 If you need to evacuate to a hurricane evacuation shelter as a last resort, please remember that evacuation shelters DO NOT stock supplies. You must bring with you as much of your 14-Day Disaster Supply Kit as possible which includes food, water, medications, clothes, bedding, air mattresses/cots, and other emergency supplies. Due […]
June 25, 2020
Find the perfect ally to help you prepare your listing for the market. You’ve likely heard it before: Staging can help sell homes. But how do you find a stager to team up with on your listing? What a stager does for you: Professional stagers can work within your budget and help you invest your dollars […]
May 29, 2020
With home showings going online during COVID-19, learn how to make your listing stand out on screen. If you were counting on crowded open houses (or any open houses, for that matter) to sell your home, you’ve probably been rethinking your strategy. With many people staying home, online for-sale listings have taken on more importance than ever, […]
May 22, 2020
Rental property ownership is filled with ups and downs. If you currently own residential real estate you may be faced with the most difficult period of your ownership. In addition to trying to navigate your personal financial situation, you have to worry about rent coming in from your tenants. The protection of your lease may […]
