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Top Lifestyle Considerations for Buying a Home

You’re not just buying a house, you’re buying a lifestyle! That means when you’re writing out your list of must have home features and deal breakers, you need to think beyond the “house data” and figure out which features to focus on that will give you the lifestyle you want to live! As a buyer, […]

New Home? Here’s How to Save

Here are a few things new homeowners can do to save on energy and maintenance.  When you’ve just purchased a new home, there’s a ton on your mind. There’s moving, decorating, getting to know your new neighborhood, and more. Here are a few things that should be at the top of your to-do list, because […]

Five Ways You Can Get Your Earnest Money Back

Earnest money is a deposit you pay when you make an offer on a home—it’s a way to show the seller that you mean business. Generally you can’t get it back, but there are several circumstances that allow you to recover your earnest money.   1. Appraisal contingency: With an appraisal contingency, you can recover your earnest […]

Happier Hardwood Floors

Tips for cleaning your beautiful hardwood floors and keeping them looking great! Hardwood floors make for a beautiful, stunning addition to your home. However, they can bring new cleaning and maintenance challenges that aren’t present with carpet. Here are some tips for simple, efficient, and thorough hardwood floor cleaning. Make the job easierPlace mats on […]

Five Tips for Selling Your Home in a Hurry

There are a lot of factors that will determine how quickly your house is sold, and it’s important to tackle the factors you can control. If you’re still living in your home while trying to sell it, these are a few simple ideas that can help speed up the home sale process.  1. De-clutter: Buyers want […]

8 Steps to Buying a Home

We can help with step #2! Give us a call today at 704.467.8877, and one of our agents would be happy to walk you through the home buying process!

Make Your Bathroom Easier to Clean

Bathrooms can be the most difficult places in our homes to keep clean. However, with a few clever changes and upgrades, it can be much easier to clean and maintain your bathroom. No-Touch Faucets: They’re not just for public restrooms, you know. A sensor on your bathroom faucet will eliminate one of the main touchable […]

Budget Projects with Big Value!

Not all home improvement projects are created equal. Some renovations may cost a lot but not add significant value to your home. This list goes in the opposite direction: Here are some inexpensive home improvement projects that will not only increase your enjoyment of your home, but will also increase the home’s value.  1. High […]

Hot Home Trends for 2019

With the change in seasons may come the urge for change, whether it be in your habits, activities, clothing, or in your home. If you are looking for a home refresh, look no further than the top hot home trends for 2019. Below are five of our favorites! Biophilia. One of the largest décor trends this […]

If you’re Selling, Improving your Curb Appeal can Make a Huge Difference

Curb appeal is a big factor for home buyers. The exterior of your home is the first thing buyers will see when they come to a showing or open house, and you want to make a great first impression. And even if you’re not selling your home, these are low-cost, low-time investment fixes that can […]