Moving can be a stressful experience even under the best of circumstances for humans and pets. With so much activity occurring on moving day, pets can become very anxious. Pets watching all their family’s belongings being moved out of the home by strangers can cause a pet to become protective and aggressive. You certainly do…
If you feel adrift in the hardware store when faced with endless types of paint, we feel your pain. That’s because in addition to all those colors, there are different types of paint—and even more types of paint finishes! As if that weren’t complicated enough, each paint type has a distinct place and purpose in your home; put the wrong one…
The recent surge in home values could slow thanks to the freshly passed tax overhaul. Sweeping tax legislation was signed into law by President Trump at the end of 2017, and experts said some of the changes, including a lower threshold on the mortgage interest deduction, a cap on the state and local deduction and a…
One of the most common clauses buyers utilize when submitting an offer to purchase real estate is the “right to inspect.” Based on the number of calls to the Florida Realtors Legal Hotline, this also is one of the most misunderstood clauses – and one that could have serious consequences for buyers and sellers if…
As we look back at the Tallahassee real estate market in 2017 we can see several trends that will impact the market in 2018. There are several major factors that will influence 2018 from mortgage interest rates, inventory of homes available, federal tax changes and various home buying motivations. Understanding these trends and how to…
Purchasing a home can seem like an overwhelming process. Especially if you are a first-time home buyer, it can be hard to know where to start. The following tips are here to help make your journey simple and easy. Keep It Together: Staying organized during the home buying process starts at the beginning. Make sure to…
The holidays are officially here—and while merrymaking and gift shopping are likely top of mind, you may have to keep some of those celebratory urges in check if you’re planning to sell your home next year. Why? Because many holiday season activities can come back to haunt you when your house is on the market, even if it’s months later. Don’t…
Studies show that we make up our minds about people within seconds of meeting them. So it stands to reason that prospective buyers are doing the very same thing with your house, especially in a red-hot real estate market. More buyers these days are sizing up your space and making lightning-quick decisions about whether it’s worth investigating further—or whether they should…
Every homebuyer wants a good deal on their real estate purchase. According to a report by Fortune Builders, location and condition are two key determining factors in deciding if a home is a good purchase. While price also matters, finding a property that can be overhauled with minimal effort and time may not be that easy. Anyone who has bought a…
Home prices are hitting record highs in many parts of the country, often selling for more than the asking price, and going from list to contract in a record 37 days, according to Redfin. “We’ve never seen a faster or more competitive market,” says Redfin spokeswoman Rachel Musiker. “Basically this market isn’t for the faint…
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