While there is a seemingly endless list of home safety tasks knowledgeable homeowners must remember to accomplish, a few significant duties often go unrecognized. However, this doesn’t mean they are any less essential. For example, many people forget to perform attic fan maintenance. During the spring and summer months, make sure you’re keeping the attic…
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Maybe you’ve already found the home of your dreams, or maybe your current real estate agent identified an ideal home in your market. It wasn’t until after you made an offer on that property, however, that you realized your current agent isn’t the right fit for you. These issues often arise due to poor communication…
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If your current utility bills are higher than you’d like them to be, you’re not alone. However, your bills are not completely out of your control—there are steps you can take to reduce your utility bills. Start by making an effort to turn off the lights and all possible household items when they are not…
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Receiving repeat business is essential if you’d like to grow a successful real estate business and continue to build your income. Whether you’re a real estate agent or another kind of business owner, customer retention is the key to long-term success in any field of business. Unfortunately, many agents struggle to achieve repeat clients. It’s…
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Pests can cause serious damage to a home. If you suspect that there are pests such as termites doing damage on a property, there are a few telltale signs. First, see if you notice a small pile of discarded wings. When a swarmer leaves its colony, they drop their wings after finding a spot to…
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If you’re among those fortunate homeowners who have found an interested buyer before even listing the property, take a moment to celebrate. However, although it can be tempting to sell your home without using an agent, this is almost always a bad idea. A verbal offer isn’t a legally binding contract. A real estate agent…
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When you’re looking to sell a home, curb appeal matters. This is the first impression potential buyers will have of your property, and they’ll develop an opinion the moment they pull up to the home for the first time. Unfortunately, if a home looks ill-kept on the outside, many prospective buyers won’t bother to view…
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No matter how far you’re moving, the process can be stressful. Fortunately, there are ways to minimize the frustrations you endure: Avoid procrastination, no matter what stage of the moving process you’re experiencing. Don’t wait until the last minute to pack up your belongings or hire a moving company. Begin gathering boxes, bins, or other…
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