Open houses are beneficial for many reasons. Not only do they allow you to assess the value of a property up close and personal, but can also help you set a realistic budget. There’s a reason why reality real estate shows like “Property Brothers” begin by showing homebuyers unrealistic homes that have everything they want, [...]
So you’ve taken the leap and purchased a rental property. You’ve decided to make a huge investment, and you’re hoping it will pay off. As a property owner, you understand that signing the dotted line is just a portion of your duties. The old adage, “If you build it, they will come” doesn’t necessarily apply [...]
Buying a new home or selling your current home is of one of the biggest life decisions you’ll make. And while there are likely hundreds of real estate agents in your area, not all are the same. Finding the perfect real estate agent is something of an art, and it’s a matchmaking process that should [...]
The home buying process is a personal, lengthy one with many factors to consider. In addition to desiring a certain style of home that meets your most basic requirements and amenity preferences, you have to carefully evaluate your surroundings. Even the most ideal houses can easily be punctured by not-so-good neighborhoods. And for many unfortunate [...]
Technology has made interior design even more accessible than ever. Rather than eliminate the role of interior designers, it’s helping them do their jobs better than ever. And homeowners are using decorating apps to plan relocations and redesigns without getting overwhelmed. Whether you’re designing a powder room or staging a master bedroom, these apps can [...]
Your living room is your home’s meeting space; it’s the conference room of your lifestyle. There are dozens of interior design styles to choose, but no place in your home stands as a testament to your design choices more than your living room. Whether you’re redecorating or remodeling, here are a few ideas for inspiration, [...]
Staging is a critical part of the home-selling process. It’s important for homeowners to create a homey, lived-in look that accurately represents the style of the home, and even the town, city, or neighborhood you live in. Furthermore, the master bedroom can be a major selling point or a disappointing deal-breaker. The ambience, color, and [...]
Whether you’ve invested in a luxury vacation property or are converting your current family home (now that the kids have moved out) into a vacation rental, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to turn a profit. Owning a vacation home can be a great asset if treated carefully. There are plenty of [...]
Whether you’re selling your home and looking for unique ways to stage it, or simply want to upgrade your interior to incorporate more personality, you can always benefit from adding ambiance. Atmosphere is the primary ingredient for interior designers, and if you plan to channel it, there are quite a few ways you can manage [...]
The real estate industry is a malleable one; when new technology surfaces that could help streamline or enhance the experience for buyers and sellers, many are quick to adopt. Virtual reality, however, is met with much skepticism in many industries -- especially outside of big cities. Business owners and thought leaders consider virtual reality more [...]