Posts with tag 'homeownership'

It doesn't take much effort to Give back to our Earth. This Earth Day try a simple approach by benefitting our pollinators! Plant a Garden for Pollinators: A most rewarding effort for immediate gratification!

If you have a small yard or outdoor patio space, you can make a difference. Plant native perennials around your home to provide food for bees and other pollinators. Low on space? Place your favorite sun-loving perennials in large attractive planters next to the patio for all to enjoy. Bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies are forgiving and happy to share the space with you!

Ditch the water-guzzling annuals. Choose nectar and pollen-rich flowers with a range of shapes, colors, and bloom times. Seek out locally native plants as they have evolved regionally and are well adapted to the climate, soil, light, and water conditions. Many native bee species have co-evolved to feed exclusively on native flowers and need them to survive.

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If you are looking to buy or sell a home in the near future, here's something you need to know – expert advice from a trusted real estate agent is priceless, more now more than ever. And here's why.

A real estate agent does a lot more than you may realize.

Your agent is the person who will guide you through every step when buying a home  and look out for your best interests along the way. They smooth out a complex process and take away the bulk of the stress of what's likely your largest purchase  ever. And that's exactly what you want and deserve.

This is at least a part of the reason why a recent survey  from Bright MLS found an overwhelming majority of people agree an agent is...

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If you've been searching for your dream home for some time and have been challenged with low inventory, you're not alone.

Right now, the supply of homes for sale is still low. But there is a bright spot. Newly built homes make up a larger percentage of the total homes available for sale than normal. That's why, if you're craving more options, it makes sense to see if a newly built home is right for you.

But it's important to remember the process of working with a builder is different than buying from a homeowner. And, while builders typically have sales agents on-site, having your own agent helps make sure you have proper representation throughout your home-buying journey.  As Realtor.com says: 

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A REALTOR® is an expert in their profession who will expertly guide you through the complicated process of a home purchase or sale.  Your REALTOR®'s job is to ensure the process is done correctly, navigating the contracts and negotiations on your behalf and help you get the most out of one of the biggest investments in your life. 

Other reasons to use a REALTOR® according to www.virginiarealtors.org:

Think all real estate agents are REALTORS®? Think again!

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Buying a house is a big achievement and also the start of a long, rewarding journey. As a new homeowner, you have a lot on your plate getting familiar with your new dwelling, moving all of your possessions, and getting used to making mortgage payments. Home improvement will also become an important part of life moving forward, and it's wise to start on home maintenance tasks as soon as possible once you move in. Start your life as a new homeowner on the right foot with our guide to becoming a home maintenance pro.

• Start with a Deep Cleaning
  Ideally, the home should be spotless when you move in, but it doesn't hurt to make sure every corner has been scrubbed. In addition to all the usual home improvement benefits of cleaning, scouring every corner of the house will help you spot any maintenance issues. Be sure to clean the areas around appliances, chec...

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