For home sellers the discussion of increasing “curb appeal” can induce renovation-level nightmares, when in fact there are much smaller projects which can have a huge impact on a home’s first impression. One weekend of simple projects can make a home pop compared to comparable listings. Zillow has put together a short curb appeal guide to encourage [...]
Okay, spring isn’t quite in the air yet, but before long you’ll be itching to dig in the dirt and get your garden going strong. With this in mind, we thought you might like to check out an excellent website for researching and ordering plants. It’s called “Plant Lust.” According to the founders, “Plant Lust [...]
If you’re looking to streamline a condo sale, there are some tactics you can use to increase the chances of a quick, fair sale. Unlike selling a traditional, single-family home, there are some additional considerations you’ll want to keep in mind. WiseBread put together a helpful piece reviewing six tips for selling your condo quickly. Here’s [...]
Just like your wardrobe and your personal appearance, the car you drive as a real estate pro is an important part of your overall image. When you pull up in their driveway for a listing appointment, what do they see? If you drive them to see houses, what is their experience like? And let’s not [...]
A huge factor in curb appeal is keeping the lawn tidy. While you could rely on your sellers to make sure the grass remains mowed and the bushes trimmed, there are times when it’s better to have an outside service handle the old weed whacker. Recruiting a reliable yard service can be a hassle, though, [...]
Decluttering isn’t simple an aesthetic concern for homeowners. Clutter actually hides more than the back of those closets and cabinets– it cloaks a myriad of small losses which can add up over time. HouseLogic has a helpful piece which highlights the many hidden costs of disorganization. Your clients might not realize how clutter in each room [...]
An ongoing feature in Tuesday Tactics is our “Great Read Roundup” in which we highlight some of the best pieces we’ve read recently and why they might expand your mind or help with your real estate career. Don’t Leave Fire Safety to Chance: Steps to Protect Your Property (7 minute read) Why it matters: As fires [...]
An ongoing feature in Tuesday Tactics is our “Great Read Roundup” in which we highlight some of the best pieces we’ve read recently and why they might expand your mind or help with your real estate career. 5 Home Staging Tips From an Expert Flipper (5 minute read) Why it matters: ”New” isn’t necessarily enough to [...]
“The secret to keeping a houseplant alive is to replicate its natural growing zone by giving it the amount of humidity, light, and water it prefers,” writes Gardenista in this comprehensive guide for nurturing houseplants. In addition to a visual aid for identifying and caring for over 20 different houseplants, this guide includes inspiring design articles [...]
We talk a lot about curb appeal as it’s crucial to presenting a home in its best light. Whether it’s a repainted front door, a perfectly landscaped lawn, or a brand new yard sign, tuning up the aesthetics makes a big difference. So what about your own curb appeal? Have you taken a look at [...]
