Carolyn Brown's Blog

Posted on 07/26/2020

No two houses are exactly the same. Much in the same vein, there is no one-size-fits-all solution to ensure a home seller can get the best price for his or her residence. However, there are several things that a seller can do to boost the likelihood of enjoying a profitable house selling experience, such as: 1. Improve Your Home's...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 07/19/2020

Select the Right Smart Home Devices

Not all smart home devices are created equal. If you wind up paying a high price for a smart home gadget you do not need, you risk wasting precious time and resources. Fortunately, there are lots of things you can do to make informed smart home device purchases, such as: 1. Consider Your Smart Home Device Needs The needs...

Smart Home Technology

Smart Home

Posted on 07/12/2020

How to Know If Your Dream Neighborhood Is in a Housing Bubble

Photo by Gerd Altmann via PixabayCalifornia has been experiencing quite a demand for its housing in the last few years, with seemingly no community left behind. Understandably, this can make buyers nervous that they're going to buy at the top of the bubble only to see it burst a few years after they move in. We'll give you...

Housing Bubble

Dream Home

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Posted on 07/07/2020

DIY: Environmentally-Friendly Trellis

Image by Mark Dixon from Pixabay Maybe it's time to get your garden ready, or maybe you already have a few scraggly plants that need some support; but pre-made trellises can be both pricey and flimsey. Instead of spending a lot to get a product that will fall apart after one, wet spring, why not make this sturdy...

Gardening Tips

Gardening

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Posted on 06/28/2020

Should You Build Your Own Home?

When it comes to getting what you want in your home, the question comes down to whether you build it or look for the perfect house to buy. For those who prefer new construction, the option of starting from scratch is very viable. Here are some vital factors to consider before getting started: 1. Cost Building a new...

Home Building

Custom Home

Posted on 06/21/2020

How to Create a Moving Checklist

Photo by Heung Soon via Pixabay A moving checklist won't take all the stress out of moving, but it can relieve a lot of the pressure once you have everything accounted for. To give yourself a little extra sanity and peace of mind, we'll sketch out what a reasonable timeline should look like. 8 Weeks Before Nearly two...

Buying A Home

Moving Tips

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Posted on 06/14/2020

How to Choose the Right Buyer's Agent

Photo by Christina Morillo from Pexels When you view a home for the first time and speak to the agent hosting an open house or showing the home, you're talking to someone working for the seller -- not for you. Anything you share could be passed on to the seller -- and used to leverage a better offer...

Buyers Agent

Real Estate Agent

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Posted on 06/07/2020

Perform an In-Depth Home Search

Conducting an in-depth home search may prove to be difficult, particularly for individuals with limited time and resources at their disposal. Fortunately, there are lots of things that you can do to streamline your home search and discover your ideal residence without delay. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you seamlessly navigate the homebuying journey....

How To Search For A Home

Buying A Home

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Posted on 05/31/2020

How to Use Points to Your Benefit

Photo by Precondo via Pixabay Some mortgage companies offer loans with points. In a nutshell, paying points means paying down the interest rate. One point is equal to 1 percent of the mortgage amount. On a $200,000 mortgage, one point is $2,000. The percentage the interest rate lowers depends on the mortgage company and the market. For example,...

Mortgage

PMI

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Posted on 05/24/2020

Key Things You Need to Consider Before You Attend an Open House

An open house enables a buyer to check out a residence in-person and determine if this home matches or exceeds his or her expectations. However, a buyer who fails to plan ahead for an open house may struggle to make the most of this opportunity. Ultimately, there are several things you need to consider before you attend an open...

Buyer Tips

Buying A Home

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Posted on 05/17/2020

How Do Buyers Feel After They View Your Residence?

As a home seller, it is important to do everything possible to ensure your residence makes a positive impression on buyers. Because if your residence fails to impress buyers during a showing or open house, your home may linger on the real estate market for an extended period of time. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do...

Tips On Selling

Selling Your Home

Posted on 05/10/2020

Are You Ready to Hire a House Inspector?

If a seller accepts your offer to purchase his or her residence, it now may be time to schedule a house inspection. And if you have an expert home inspector at your side, you can get the information you need to determine whether to proceed with a house purchase. Ultimately, there are several factors to consider as you evaluate...

Home Inspection

How To Choose A Home Inspector Home Inspections

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