Here’s some documented evidence showing what home buyers are willing to offer on a home that is professionally staged. Up to 32% of buyers would offer 1% to 5% more for a home that is staged. On a $500,000 home, that could mean up to $25,000 more for the seller. Not only that, but up […]
No More Missing Vertical Blind Vanes!
If you have vertical blinds in your home you’re familiar with this problem. First of all, you know that the individual hanging blinds are actually called vanes right? Well, they are. So back to the problem; one day I come home and find a vane on the floor. Or maybe a vane falls on the […]
Spring Gardening and What New Homeowners Do with Their Yard
With the unseasonably warm weather, some homeowners thoughts are turning to Spring gardening. Depending on what you want to grow, it may still be too early to plant, but you can always get started on more hearty plants. Since gardening is one of the most popular hobbies in the U.S., folks of all ages enjoy spending time outdoors planting vegetables, flowers, […]
Safety First When It Comes to Selling Your Home
When it comes time to sell your home, there are certain safety guidelines that you should be aware of, not only for your own protection, but for the safety of prospective buyers, visitors, and your agent. Valuables – Take your keys, cash and credit cards with you when leaving the house. Medications – Remove prescriptions […]
Watch Those Watts!
I recently saw the best example of why paying attention to what light bulbs you use could prevent your house from going up in smoke or worse. A tenant called and reported that he had smelled something burning when he was in the entryway of the house inside the front door. He thought the smell […]
Is Your Garage a Pathway For Burglars?
I first heard about this technique of how burglars are breaking into houses at the beginning of 2009. I wrote an article for our newsletter about it at that time. Lately, though, I’ve heard about this happening again, so I thought I would put another warning out there. I’m talking about a technique burglars use for […]
Save Water and Money with a Hot Water Recirculating Pump
Did you know there is something we do that can waste thousands of gallons of water a year? This happens over time as you turn on a hot water tap or shower or tub and wait for the hot water to get there. The water in the pipe between where it comes out and the […]
