How to Move With Kids
Posted on Jul 09, 2021 in For Buyers
As if moving isn't already hard enough, adding your children into the mix can present a whole new challenge. Kids are resilient, but major changes like big moves can be difficult to work through if children aren't prepared. Depending on their age, your children may be leaving behind a school, friends, and activities that they've grown to love. Inst...What to Pack for the First Night In Your New Home
Posted on Jun 18, 2021 in For Buyers
You just finished unloading the final box from the moving truck, and now you’re officially moved in to your new home! You go to take a shower to wash off the day, only to realize you don’t have a shower curtain. After spending a full day moving into a new home, the last thing you are going to want to do is dig through all of your unopened boxes to...Deciding to Buy a Fixer Upper
Posted on Jun 04, 2021 in For Buyers
If you are a fan of HGTV, you have probably seen your fair share of fixer-uppers. TV shows tend to make everything look easy, especially home flipping or updating. So how do you decide if a fixer upper is worth your time? Here are a few scenarios where diving in usually pays off.1. The upgrades are simple.
First, you need to find out what types of i...Potential Neighborhood With An HOA? Here's What You Should Know
Posted on May 14, 2021 in For Buyers
Let’s say you have your heart set on buying a home in a community with a swimming pool, a clubhouse, and maybe even a playground or trails. Having access to these amenities often means living in a community with a homeowners association, or HOA.Generally, an HOA is responsible for keeping the neighborhood looking beautiful — and as a result, keepin...
7 Signs You're Ready To Buy
Posted on May 07, 2021 in For Buyers
Living in an apartment or rental home does have its perks: You can test out different neighborhoods and locations, you have the flexibility to move, and you have access to great amenities like a gym or pool. But there’s a reason that owning a home, rather than renting one, is a highly desired achievement.Maybe the thought of having your own place h...
Make Moving With Pets Stress-Free
Posted on Apr 23, 2021 in For Buyers
You’ve just bought a new home, and Fluffy and Fido are starting to worry about all the moving boxes going into the truck outside. Pets can easily become stressed during a move, which might cause them to lose their fur, become aggressive, or even run away. Luckily, there are a few things that you can do to reduce your pet’s anxiety before, during, a...