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Keys to Homeownership: Tips from The Scott Team
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Top Spring Projects If You Plan to Sell Your Home from Better Homes and Gardens
Picking the right spring projects to tackle this season could sell your home faster—and at a higher price.
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REAL ESTATE MARKET PREDICTIONS FOR 2023
Everything in the economy is cyclical and real estate is no exception. After a few robust years, 2022 brought the housing market to more normal (pre-Covid) levels, which we expect to continue in 2023. Here are a few more trends that the team at Long & Foster Real Estate expects to occur next year.
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EVEN WITH RATES RISING, HERE’S WHY IT’S A GOOD TIME TO BUY VERSUS RENT
Choosing to become a homeowner is generally one of the biggest decisions of your life. It’s a financial and emotional decision that must be made based on your individual circumstances. But if sky-high rent increases have you leaning toward the security of owning your home, here’s why it’s a good time to buy.
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THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN TODAY’S SHIFTING MARKET AND THE 2008 HOUSING CRISIS
About 15 years ago, we experienced a housing crisis. Unfortunately, at that time, many Americans lost their homes and real estate investments. Although our current market is shifting, homeowners need not worry that history will repeat itself. The factors affecting today’s housing market are vastly different than they were in the mid to late 2000s.
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AN UPDATE ON THE CHANGING REAL ESTATE MARKET
There’s been so much news lately relating to the economy and real estate. If you’re planning to buy or sell a home soon, you may be wondering what it means for you. The housing market, which received a boost from record low-interest rates during the Covid-19 pandemic, has begun to shift.
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IS THE REAL ESTATE MARKET CHANGING?
The housing market is influenced by the state of the economy. With so many economic developments recently, you may be wondering about the impact on the housing market. To keep you informed, the team at Long & Foster looked at a few factors that are currently affecting the real estate market.
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GET YOUR HOME READY FOR WINTER
Is your home ready for winter? Winter is almost here! Before the weather gets too harsh, here are a few tips to prepare your home for the cold and snow that’s sure to come.
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Luxury Property Agents Share Eight Renovations That Can Add Value To Your Home
High or low, everyone has a budget when it comes to renovating a home or investment property. So, it’s important to choose the right renovations to maximize your budget and get as high of a return as possible on your investment. I spoke with several of the top real estate agents in Texas and Hawaii to learn the best renovations to add value to your home. Not only did they share some astute and outside-of-the-box recommendations, but these ideas are also applicable nationwide.
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WHAT’S THE RETURN ON YOUR HOME IMPROVEMENT DOLLARS?
Before selling your home, it’s hard to know what improvements you can do now that will add value to it – without spending a fortune. To help, each year Remodeling magazine releases their Cost vs. Value Report, which estimates the average cost of a project and the percentage of the investment that will be recouped if the home is sold within a year.
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WINTER HOME MAINTENANCE TIPS
Maintaining your home on a regular basis is a good habit to form. It’s also a good idea to keep a record of your home maintenance routine to pass on to the new owner of your home when you sell it.
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JUNE HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
June is National Homeownership Month! That means now is the perfect time to reevaluate your home and give it the makeover you’ve always wanted. Take some pride in your home and show it off by making it look like its best self.
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MAY HOME MAINTENANCE CHECKLIST
May is the month between spring and summer when the flowers are in full bloom and the sunshine is a welcome respite from the April showers. During the warmer months, spending time outdoors is the perfect pastime. Make the most of your yard and garden by revitalizing it with a few simple fixes and soon you’ll be able to enjoy your outdoor space all season long.
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Real Estate Agents Share Four Interior Design Trends Here To Stay In 2023
2022 was a unique year for design trends. Because homeowners were excited to finally finish projects they couldn’t complete in the previous years due to COVID-19 and supply chain issues, there wasn’t anything major or new to hit the market. So, styles didn’t quite have the evolution they would have had in the years prior to the pandemic. Still, homeowners were thrilled to finally refresh their spaces.
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FALL IN LOVE WITH THESE DECORATING TIPS
Today marks the official start of fall. As temperatures begin to drop and the days get shorter, the desire to decorate your home for the season will grow.
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EIGHT DESIGN TRENDS YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS
Each year, home builders from around the world gather for the International Builders Show (IBSx)—an opportunity to network, learn and get inspired on the latest in new home construction. This year’s event went virtual, but it didn’t limit the design ideas on display, including those at the New American Home and the New American Remodel.
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10 ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN TRENDS FOR 2021
Whether you’re renovating to sell, remodeling your home or looking for a new house, following design trends can help you make a good investment. While sellers need to be careful to avoid overspending, understanding the priorities of today’s buyers can help them tweak their staging or make minor adjustments to attract top dollar for their home.
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TEN EXTERIOR DESIGN PROJECTS TO IMPROVE YOUR HOME’S VALUE
While today’s real estate market conditions unquestionably favor those looking to sell, that does not mean homeowners should take things for granted. Buyers still want to purchase quality houses that will feel like home. Use this summer to make subtle home improvements that will not only look nice for you now but will give your home some extra appeal when you decide to sell.
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