Are you thinking about making a move? Whether you're downsizing, relocating, or simply ready for a change, the process of selling a home can feel daunting. But fear not! With the right strategy, preparation, and a knowledgable real estate agent, you can navigate the selling process smoothly and achieve success. In this post, I'll outline the top 10 steps to selling your home like a pro.

1. Declutter and Depersonalize: Before listing your home, take the time to declutter and depersonalize each s...

A growing share of home buyers and sellers sat on the sidelines last year as the pace of home sales continued its downward trajectory.1 In fact, since the Federal Reserve began its series of interest rate hikes in 2022, the combination of higher borrowing costs and record-high home prices has fostered the steepest real estate market slowdown since the 2008 recession.2 

Priced out of the market, a generation of would-be buyers has been forced to delay their plans for homeownership.3  At the same...

National Real Estate Market Update for 2023

There’s an old adage in real estate: location, location, location. But ever since the Federal Reserve began its series of inflation-fighting interest rate hikes last year, a new mantra has emerged: mortgage rates, mortgage rates, mortgage rates.

Higher rates had the immediate impact of dampening homebuyer affordability and demand. But this year, we’re seeing further repercussions. While analysts expected listing inventory to swell as sales declined, i...

Stress-Free Home Cleaning: 27 Practical Tactics for Busy Households

Keeping a clean and orderly home is a challenge for many of us. Between busy work schedules, social obligations, and family commitments, it’s tough to keep up with daily chores—let alone larger seasonal tasks.

The effort is worthwhile, however. A sanitary environment can keep you and your family healthier by minimizing your exposure to germs and allergens.1 Plus, researchers have found that organized, uncluttered homes have qua...