Things to Watch Out for During a Home Video Tours

Video tours have increasingly become the go-to alternative to in-person home tours during the coronavirus pandemic. For prospective buyers, however, there’s more to the process than asking your real estate agent for one more peek at the chef’s kitchen or walk-in closet. In fact, there’s actually a whole other world outside just waiting to be explored—virtually.…

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How Much Do Pets Matter When Buying a Home?

Looking for the ideal home? There are numerous factors to consider, like whether it’s located in a good neighborhood, has an easy commute to work and if the price fits within your budget. Perhaps the most important consideration for many people, though, is whether or not it has everything that their pets need to live…

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How to Say Goodbye to Your Home Once It’s Sold

If you’re in the process of selling a home you’ve lived in for many years, it could be quite difficult to say goodbye forever to the place that has come to mean much more to you than simply four walls and a roof. After all, this was where you made hundreds of memories, so driving…

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Things You Can’t Smell in a Virtual Tour That Could Cost You Later

Odors—pleasant or unpleasant—are strongly tied to our emotions and can leave a lasting impression when it comes to buying a house. Especially bad ones. The reason: Some unpleasant smells can indicate larger (and costlier) issues. But what if you can’t actually be on hand to take in all of the smells yourself, particularly during these…

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Feng Shui Your Yard for Maximum Curb Appeal

You probably already know that using the tenets of feng shui can result in indoor space that hums with harmony. But were you aware that this ancient Chinese philosophy also can be used to improve your home’s exterior? In fact, good feng shui outside not only allows you to welcome visitors peacefully, but it can even entice potential…

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Staging Tips to Consider When Selling Your Home

If you’re thinking about selling your home, keep in mind that you can give potential buyers a great first impression of your digs by putting yourself in their shoes. Think back to the tour you took before buying the home, for example, and try to remember what stood out to you—both good and bad—and how…

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Simple Ways to Convert Your Backyard into Paradise

While much of the country is still under lockdown due to the coronavirus pandemic, people are focusing on having fun in their own backyards—and shopping for ways to make their personal parcel of land more luxurious than ever. So, how do you pull this off? According to a recently released survey by Wayfair Professional on what its…

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Hidden Costs of Self-Isolating at Home

If you’re fortunate enough to still be collecting a paycheck while quarantined or sheltering in place, you might expect to build up some serious savings. While working from home, after all, you’re avoiding your usual commuting expenses, and you're probably saving money by not going to bars, restaurants, and movies, or skipping that pricey vacation.…

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How to Explore a Neighborhood While Sheltering in Place

You likely won’t be able to visit a coffee shop or stroll down a street during the coronavirus pandemic, but keep in mind that it’s still possible to explore a neighborhood during these uncertain times. After all, finding the right place to live is very important. So, how can you scope out a new community…

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