Tax season. Just the words can send shivers down your spine. ๐คข But if you’re a homeowner, there’s a silver lining: potential savings! Youโve probably heard that you can deduct the interest you pay on your mortgage โ but did you know there are many other ways homeowners can reduce their tax burden? Before you […]
Real Estate Articles for Homeowners
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6 Strategies to Save on Home Insurance Premiums
From wildfires to floods, the past few years have brought a historic number of devastating climate and weather events to the United States. In 2023 alone, there were 28 individual weather-related disasters that caused at least $1 billion in damages each.1 These events triggered a huge influx of home insurance claims, and analysts expect the […]
Downsize Your Home, Rightsize Your Life: How to Choose the Ideal Smaller Home
When you’ve lived somewhere for many years, it can be tough to say goodbye. ๐ข But if you (or a loved one) currently have a home that is bigger than necessary or is too high maintenance, it may be time to trade unused square footage for a smaller, more manageable space. Take it from the […]
35 Tips to Furnish Your New Home for Less
Buying a new home is one of the most exciting experiences in life. And if youโre like most homebuyers, youโll be planning your furniture placement and decor before the ink dries on your offer letter. But before you run to the nearest home goods store, take a deep breath. First, youโll need to delay any […]
Renovate or Relocate? 3 Questions To Help You Decide
Does your current home no longer serve your needs? If so, you may be torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one. This can be a difficult choice, and thereโs a lot to considerโincluding potential costs, long-term financial implications, and quality of life. A major remodel can be a major commitment. […]
8 Popular Home Design Features in 2022
Thereโs a lot to consider when selling your home, from the market and appraisals to where youโll go next. Donโt forget, however, that design is also a key factor. Itโs often one of the first things buyers notice when they walk into a home, and itโs also a detail that you, as a seller, can […]
Shut Down Home Intruders With These 7 Safety Strategies
According to the FBI, more than one million burglaries are committed in the United States each year, with victims suffering an estimated $3 billion in combined property losses.1 Fortunately, there are some proven tactics you can use to decrease your likelihood of a home invasion. Most burglars wonโt go to extreme lengths to enter a […]
