Maria Powell | 4 Problems FSBO’s Often Face

4 Problems FSBO’s Often Face

Published July 21, 2016

Taking the ‘For Sale By Owner’ (FSBO) route isn’t as easy as planting a “For Sale” sign on your front lawn and putting up a few pictures on the internet. There’s a ton of work that goes on behind the scenes that many folks who aren’t directly working in the real estate business usually don’t understand.

Top 5 Cities That Boast the Best ‘Urban-Nature’ Balance

Published July 18, 2016

Urban living comes with its own set of perks: the proximity to work, the entertainment, and the amenities. But along with living in downtown cores comes the traffic, pollution, and lack of green space.

13 Creative Ways to Make Your Small Space Look Much Bigger

Published July 15, 2016

Small spaces certain pose a set of design challenges, but there are plenty of savvy decor tactics that can be employed to make a room seem larger than it actually is, while keeping it stylish at the same time. Here are 13 ways to decorate your home to make it appear bigger if it’s short on square footage.

California Homes Improving on Water Conservation

Published July 11, 2016

Well into its fifth straight year of severe drought, California continues to experience a major shortage of water. Parched land, dying trees, and wildfires are rampant throughout the state. Regulators have been taking steps to manage the situation, including encouraging homeowners to step up to the plate and conserve as much water as possible. And it looks like homeowners are doing just that.

7 Reasons Your Home is Lingering on the Market

Published July 7, 2016

If your home has been sitting on the market for a while with no bites, you might want to figure out what the problem is. The longer your home is listed without any offers, the more frustrating and costly it’ll be.

Buying a Fixer-Upper? Follow This Advice

Published July 5, 2016

If you’ve watched shows such as “Property Brothers” and the like, you know that there’s real potential in buying and renovating a fixer-upper. Instead of paying more for a home that’s already upgraded, you can potentially save some money and create a home exactly to your liking.

Sellers: How to Attract Millennial Buyers

Published June 30, 2016

Millennials – who are those born between the 1980s and the early 2000s – currently make up the biggest population of homebuyers in the real estate market across the US. In fact, they make up a whopping 68% of first-time homebuyers.

5 Focal Points to Create a Fabulous Interior

Published June 27, 2016

Without a focal point in a room, there’s no visual starting point for optimal flow. Highlighting a striking feature will help set the mood for a space, and will give something for the eyes to rest on as soon as you enter the room. Establishing a focal point is a key component to smart interior design, and when done right, it will balance the design and won’t necessarily make all other aspects of the room go unnoticed.

Self-Employed? New Home Loan Borrowing Rules You Should Know About

Published June 23, 2016

There are plenty of obvious benefits of being self-employed, including being your own boss and the freedom to choose your own schedule. But applying for a mortgage hasn’t always been one of them.

5 Ways to Enhance Your Patio This Summer

Published June 20, 2016

As the mercury on the thermometer continues to rise heading into summer, you’ll want to make sure that your patio is ready. Outdoor space provides homeowners with the chance to expand their living area, and what better way to enjoy life than amongst the gifts of Mother Nature? Here are a few easy and affordable ways to make sure your patio is ready for endless summer days and nights.