What You Should Know About Closing Costs Before you buy a home, it’s important to plan ahead. While most buyers consider how much they need to save for a down payment, many are surprised by the closing costs they have to pay. To ensure you aren’t caught off...

No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also...

United Van Lines 46th Annual National Movers Study Reveals Where and Why Americans Moved in 2022 Retiring Baby Boomers and early Gen Xers Drove American Migration Patterns as Eastern States See Highest Inbound Moves  https://moversstudy.unitedvanlines.com/...

February 6, 2023 Design Trends, Kitchen & Bath By: Melissa Dittmann Tracey You’ve heard of the open-concept kitchen. How about the open-concept bathroom? It may sound slightly scandalous, but the idea centers on creating a private, waterproof space. It...

Posted by: Hannah Kroehler t’s that time of the year when floors everywhere start to be covered in a gross, white film as the snow, ice and dirt from outside is trekked indoors. Keep your home looking pristine by following these tips. DOORMATS EVERYWHERE Invest in...

Posted by: Hannah Kroehler Temperatures are rapidly dropping, and just like you, critters are looking for a warm place to stay. You can’t blame them for not wanting to be outside right now, but you also don’t want to invite them in. Here are a few ways you can keep...

Posted by: Hannah Kroehler Though the snow may look pretty, as a homeowner it is often a pain to deal with. Use these tips to quickly and easily tackle the snow this winter! CLOTHING Choosing the correct clothing when shoveling snow is vital to the efficiency of your...

Posted by: Hannah Kroehler The decision to create a guest room or not in your home is a tough one. You don’t want your family or friends to be stuck on the couch if they come see you, but if you dedicate an entire room to guests, it doesn’t get used 90% of the year....

Posted by: Hannah Kroehler Selling your home in the winter months comes with unique challenges that aren’t present year-round. We’ve got you covered with five tips to help your home sell this winter. CLEAR A PATH Shovel and salt a clear path through the snow and ice...

By Lisa Marie Conklin Dec 12, 2022 So you’ve decided to take a breather from the homebuying process until mortgage rates or home prices are a bit more wallet-friendly. But you’re still faced with the situation that motivated your home search: Your house...