Image by Marzenna Gaines from Pixabay With spring just around the corner, your thoughts may turn to enjoying the great outdoors. By making a few improvements, you can create your own restful, outdoor oasis even as you add value to your home. Research has found that homeowners often gain the most value by improving backyards and investing in...

Photo by Milly Eaton via Pexels If you're like most people who are beginning the process of putting their homes up for sale, you're probably aware of the concept of home staging. Home staging is a strategy used to present your home in a good light to prospective buyers by creating a warm, welcoming environment. Typical home staging...

There is no one-size-fits-all plan to find and purchase a home. In some instances, a buyer instantly discovers a great residence at a budget-friendly price. Or, in other cases, it may take a buyer many weeks or months to find the perfect house. Although the homebuying journey varies from person to person, there are several things that a buyer...

Photo by Polina Tankilevitch from Pexels Looking for a healthful treat? One that will keep you energized when you need a boost? Or a treat for the kids to replace sweets or cookies? These scrumptious Pecan, Coconut & Date Bars might be just what you're looking for. Great for travel, camping or giving to friends and co-workers, they...

When buying a house, especially your first home, it's all too easy to make impulsive decisions and fail to "see the forest for the trees." Although it's impossible to ignore your emotional reactions to a house for sale, it's vital to look at the big picture and make sure there are no red flags being ignored or glossed over....

Photo by Engin Akyurt via Pixabay When you choose a private community, you likely do so because of some of the more visible amenities -- the pool, tennis courts and clubhouse are difficult to miss. Which amenities matter most to you -- and which are just nice additions? A look at some of the potential private community amenities...

Photo by Andrea Piacquadio from Pexels A real estate investment trust (REIT) can be an attractive way to invest in real estate. It allows anyone to invest in real estate assets arranged in a portfolio. Currently, about 87 million Americans invest in these types of stocks. What is a REIT? A REIT is a company that operates, finances...

Photo by SGuillory via Shutterstock The approaching winter may have you thinking that your garden simply can’t compete with the reds and oranges of fall leaves, but you have some great choices for fall blooming flowers. Whether you’re in a colder or more moderate climate, you can brighten up your property this fall with these top fall perennials....

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay Purchasing a new home is an exciting and life-changing event. While you likely know that you'll need to be able to afford to pay your mortgage each month, there might be other expenses that you aren't as familiar with. 1. Maintenance Costs It makes sense that you'd need to include money to...

As a home seller, it is important to do everything possible to ensure your residence makes a positive impression on buyers. Because if your residence fails to impress buyers during a showing or open house, your home may linger on the real estate market for an extended period of time. Ultimately, there are lots of things you can do...

!!ATTENTION FLORISSANT HOME BUYERS!! Do you want a 3-Bedroom ranch home with 3 Bathrooms! Does Move-In-Ready sound great to you? Wouldn’t you love to live in Florissant, adjacent to the Sunset Greenway Trail and Sunset Park? This is it.• 1,306sf plus 600+sf finished basement • professionally refinished hardwood floors •completely updated hall bath * gorgeous gourmet kitchen ready for entertaining • custom 42” soft-close cabinetry • beveled edge granite counters • under-mount sink • ceramic & glass tile backsplash • tile flooring • stainless appliances • 5-burner gas stove • thermal windows • 6-panel doors • separate Living Room (or...

!!ATTENTION FLORISSANT HOME BUYERS!! Do you want a 3-Bedroom ranch home with 3 Bathrooms! Does Move-In-Ready sound great to you? Wouldn’t you love to live in Florissant, adjacent to the Sunset Greenway Trail and Sunset Park? This is it.• 1,306sf plus 600+sf finished basement • professionally refinished hardwood floors •completely updated hall bath * gorgeous gourmet kitchen ready for entertaining • custom 42” soft-close cabinetry • beveled edge granite counters • under-mount sink • ceramic & glass tile backsplash • tile flooring • stainless appliances • 5-burner gas stove • thermal windows • 6-panel doors • separate Living Room (or...