by becky | Jul 1, 2021 | Uncategorized
The first thing you need to know about home inspection: You’ll feel all the feels. There’s the excitement — the inspection could be the longest time you’re in the house, after the showing. Right behind that comes … anxiety. What if the inspector finds something wrong?...
by becky | Jun 25, 2021 | Uncategorized
Ugh. Mold. It’s ugly. It’s tenacious. It’s the uninvited guest that keeps visiting — no matter how rude you are to it. But, unwittingly, you may be setting up the perfect conditions for mold’s return: a food source, lots of moisture, and a...
by becky | Jun 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
You’ve probably heard of the “pre-approval process,” but many people don’t know or fully understand what it actually means. I’m excited to chat with you guys about this process and answer some frequently asked questions! What is Pre-Approval? Pre-approval...
by becky | Jun 3, 2021 | Uncategorized
Your house gives you so much: security, pride, shelter. With all that on the line, it’s easy to assume the costs of keeping it up just are what they are. But wait. There are plenty of expenses that are simply a waste. Here’s how to save money each month...
by becky | May 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
The COVID pandemic hasn’t stopped people from buying houses. But it has changed how buyers view homes, with technology sometimes replacing the in-person experience. To help keep everyone safer and comply with state and local guidance, agents are...
by becky | May 20, 2021 | Uncategorized
Even in a seller’s market, home sales depend on certain factors that may require you to be flexible. You may be selling a home in a competitive market — for example, with low inventory and high demand. And you may be thinking “Yay!” or at least “Whew.” You know you’re...
by becky | May 13, 2021 | Uncategorized
#1 Sprinting through documents and emails Attention spans are short in the digital age, and you’re probably not in the habit of reading thousands of words at a single sitting. That’s understandable, but you must read every word in documents and emails your lender,...
by becky | May 6, 2021 | Uncategorized
Messy junk drawers. Unorganized spices. Your overflowing dresser. Drawers and cabinets are supposed to keep you organized, not hide what you need. Don’t despair. Whether you choose a DIY solution, an inexpensive store-bought fix, or even a custom-made...
by becky | Apr 29, 2021 | Uncategorized
The success of any landscaping project depends on having a plan and sticking to it. Landscaping is one of the surest ways to pump up the value of your property. According to research by Virginia Cooperative Extension, going from a plain lawn and a concrete driveway to...
by becky | Apr 22, 2021 | Uncategorized
Budget ideas to transform your outdoor living space into a beautiful (and fun) retreat. Americans are putting their own spin on the Scandinavian passion for open-air living–friluftsliv. We’re not just doing things outside as much as possible. We’re expanding our...
