Traditionally, spring is one of the busiest times of the year for real estate. However, the coronavirus outbreak—and subsequent stay-at-home orders—led many buyers and sellers to put their moving plans on hold. In April, new listings fell nearly 45%, and sales volume fell 15% compared to last year.1 Fortunately, as restrictions have eased, we’ve seen […]
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20 Ways to Save Money and Stretch Your Household Budget
These days, it seems like everyone’s looking for ways to cut costs and stretch their income further. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to reduce your household expenses without making radical changes to your standard of living. When combined, these small adjustments can add up to significant savings each month. Here are […]
A 10 Day Declutter Challenge
10 Days to Declutter – How Much Can You Get Done? Since many of us are home for the near future, why not utilize some of that time and clean up and clear out various areas of our homes? I know my house could certainly use it! Here is a 10 Day Declutter Challenge for […]
Home With Kids? Here Are Some Resources
– Ideas For Staying at Home with Kids – Many of us are parents with school-age children or are hunkered down with our grandchildren. Since many of us are staying home for the immediate future, we are always looking for ideas to keep them busy, learning and engaged. Here are 7 Virtual Video Activities for […]
#StayHome: How to Create Functional Spaces in Your Home During Stay At Home Time
Finding Your Space at Home Since the outbreak of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), many of us are spending a lot more time at home. We’re all being called upon to avoid public spaces and practice social distancing to help slow the spread of this infectious disease. While it can be understandably challenging, there are ways […]
Things to Do While You Are Staying At Home
Ways to Keep Busy While Staying At Home A large number of us are now working or staying at home and are practicing social distancing. While some of us have started tackling long-overdue projects and wish lists, others of us are looking for some additional ideas to pass the time. So, we have pulled together […]
5 Step Real Estate Guide for the Covid-19 Crisis
I started to write a post along these lines and then found this one that was written by my colleague Carla Agnini, an agent and the head of the Lake Life Group in Mooresville, North Carolina. I asked her if I could use her post and she generously said I was welcome to. Here is […]
Top 5 Home Design Trends for a New Decade
Home Design Trends for 2020 and Beyond Whether you’re planning a simple refresh or a full-scale renovation, it’s important to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in home design. Sellers who make tasteful updates can generate increased buyer interest and, in some cases, a premium selling price. And buyers should consider which features of a […]
