Private Showings Vs. Open Houses: Which Wins?
Looking for a new home? Before you sign on the dotted line, you’re going to want to have a chance or two to scope out a few homes in detail first. That means you’ll either want to schedule a private …
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5 Ways Real Estate Agents Save You Money When Selling Your Home
It’s understandable – after finally selling your home, it can be tough to fork over the commission fee to a real estate agent. But before you fall into the FSBO trap, consider one very important thing: real estate agents can …
Clever Moving Tips to Cut Down on Time and Hassle
Just the mere thought of having to pack the entire house and move it all to a new destination can seem like a daunting task. And it can be if you don’t plan ahead and use simple yet effective strategies …
The Dangers of Over-Improving Your Home
Is there such thing as having a home that’s too good for its surrounding neighborhood?
Sure, most homeowners want their home to be up-to-date and attractive, and often that means making some changes and improvements to it. But while many …
Emergency Tips Every Homeowner Needs to Know About
Owning and maintaining a home doesn’t come with an instruction manual, though it would be great if it did. After you’ve found the home you love and moved in, the real fun starts.
But sometimes the fun can be rudely …
10 Home Staging Tips Every Seller Should Know
Are you planning to put your Ventura County home on the market? First impressions matter!
While it’s important to clean and declutter your home, staging can highlight its best features, maximize space, and create an inviting atmosphere that potential buyers …
Using Price-Per-Square-Foot Analysis to Price a Home
Listing your home at the right price is critical. Pricing too high or too low can keep your home on the market a lot longer than you’d like, and can even leave thousands of dollars on the table.
Comparing what …
8 Essential Items Your Home Renovation Contract Should Include
It would be nice to be able to trust your contractor’s word when you’re having work done on your home, but a written contract really is the only way to go. Having everything in writing can ensure that every party …
Unique Fall Decorating Ideas That Won’t Cost a Fortune
Once the kids are back in school and the long summer days began to grow shorter and shorter, homeowners begin thinking about fall. First comes the change in leaves that completely alters the landscape, followed soon after by Halloween. The …
Tips For Getting Back to Business After Summer Break
Ah, summer—the season of sandy toes, tan lines, and lazy afternoons. However, it’s time to say farewell to go-with-the-flow schedules now that fall has arrived and school is back in session. While summertime offers a much-needed break, it can be …
