First impressions have a significant impact on the beginning of a new relationship. The very first handshake and how-do-you-do’s can provide each person with a lot of information about the other right off the bat based on appearance, tone, words, body language, and more.
2020 has been a year to remember. If you haven’t had time to make your house relaxing between zoom calls, work and kids schooling, now is the time to create a rejuvinating space. While on the hunt for a new house, I often have clients tell me that they need their home to be a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of every day life, and I couldn’t agree more. Your home should be the place you go to rest and recharge.
As a homeowner, you have probably considered whether or not to renovate your property. Interiors become outdated, older homes encounter maintenance issues, and new design trends take over the imagination. Over the last several years, the cost of building materials has risen due to increased demand, spurred on by the remodeling boom.
Working from home is no longer taboo as it was just a few years ago. But, because of the popularity of remote work, our homes have had to pull double duty. If you find yourself in this position, you need to take action now to ensure that your house is not only your home but is also conducive to your mental, physical, and professional health.
Judy Winslow shares the following post as just one of many great resources for her clients.
Are you feeling like it is time for a change in your home? Maybe you want to right-size your home by upgrading what is already there. Renovations can be both stressful and exciting for homeowners. It takes time to plan out a design, hire contractors, and wait for materials to come in. The costs can also be intimidating. Another thing to keep in mind is how your renovations will affect the value of your home. Your home is an investment, especially if you plan to sell sometime in the future.
Raising kids can be one of the most exciting times of our lives! We often dream for years of having little ones run around that we can love and care for as we watch them grow into adulthood. However, it can also be very scary, as we become responsible for lives other than our own. Those of us who are parents know that the journey is worth it.
Is your home the right size your for you family? Life tends to move in phases and each one has different needs. When you are single, you probably don’t need a four bedroom house, when you have kids, a wife and a dog it might be time to make that move. When you are an empty-Nester you may want something a little smaller or perhaps you want to move in with your kids.
2020 has been a year to remember. If you haven’t had time to make your house relaxing between zoom calls, work and kids schooling, now is the time to create a rejuvinating space. While on the hunt for a new house, I often have clients tell me that they need their home to be a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of every day life, and I couldn’t agree more. Your home should be the place you go to rest and recharge.
Let’s take advantage of staying at home and make our time effective. If you are ready to sell or purchase a home, please contact me. We can meet virtually, create priorities items to accomplish while you’re at home, and be prepared to “move” when the time comes.
As we navigate our way through this “great pause”, let’s first take the time to care for ourselves and our loved ones.
Getting a house on the market is no small task. The checklist seems miles long to even get the house ready to sell - not to mention what happens after the closing date is set. Packing can be one of the most stressful moments in a home selling process. Here are some great packing tips to help you put things away ahead of time while you list your house, and then some tips to pack it all up when its time to move to your dream home.
As I often say, Central New York is a great place to live, and my husband and I love living in Fayetteville-Manlius. We love the villages, the schools, the nature and the community we have along with easy access to our favorite activities. Are you looking to make your home in the Fayetteville-Manlius community? Here’s a list of our favorite things, and maybe by the time you’re done reading your mind will be made up!
We currently find ourselves in a “sellers market” – and while this phrase is thrown around often in the real estate field, we don’t often talk about what it means and what its implications are. To put it simply, a “sellers market” means there are not enough homes on the market, and the ones that are, are going FAST.
When families begin the home-buying or selling process, they often call the realtor listed on the “FOR SALE” sign down the street, or search for “realtors near me” on the internet, going with the first realtor they find. This can be a setup for potential problems when the going gets tough. Here are my four tips to keep in mind as you begin the process:
Buying a home can be both exciting and overwhelming. From all the paperwork and negotiations, to the costs and timeline of events - there are a lot of considerations that come with buying a house. Oftentimes, new homeowners have many misconceptions about the mortgage process and general home ownership, but by doing a little homework ahead of time, you can insure that you’re on the right track to becoming a homeowner.
It is almost the end of the year, and as we approach 2019 its time to focus on the things that will make your year the best it can be! While on the hunt for a new house, I often have clients tell me that they need their home to be a sanctuary from the hustle and bustle of every day life, and I couldn’t agree more. Your home should be the place you go to rest and recharge.
