Purchasing a home is one of the biggest decisions we face so it’s important we have all the facts first. Informing yourself at the outset can save you thousands of dollars down the road. Here’s some information from REALTOR® Martha Valiquette to keep in mind when preparing for your next home purchase.
The Ideal Locale
The old real estate adage of “location, location, location,” is true no mat...
5 KEY INSIGHTS ON HOME STAGING
The fact is, staged homes generally sell at a higher price and in less time than homes that are not staged. A survey from the international Association of Home Staging Professionals revealed that staging helped boost the sale price an average of 20% and helped sell homes three to 30 times faster than non-staged properties.
But for sellers, staging takes time, costs money if they purchase or rent items and ...
It is hard to believe, but its that time again- back to school! This time of year can be chaotic to say the least. There is so much to do and so little time. Here are some helpful tips to keep you sane this year. I know we can all use a reminder sometimes to keep things running smoothly.
1. Use a calendar
Your children will be better prepared for school when they can visually see when school will start again. A good idea is to hang a calendar...
Buying a house is one of those significant milestones in life that can feel immensely satisfying. Why? Well, there’s no bigger expense to incur - meaning you’ll feel financially freer. However, it's the process of becoming a homeowner that can be challenging - specifically in the financial sense if you have debt. Want to...
MemoryCare.com’s mission is to support older adults living with memory impairment and their families by using the latest, data-driven research and collaborating with memory care experts to provide resources that are accessible to all who are in need. Whether you are in the early stages of memory or cognitive impairment or care for a loved one in the later stages, MemoryCare.com has tools that can help. When you are ready to talk about the best ...
Aging Americans are struggling to pay for assisted living, home care, and other forms of long term care. Paying for Senior Care's mission is to solve this puzzle by providing tools, information, and creative ideas which help families and caregivers discover the means to care for their elderly loved ones.
When it comes time to start thinking about your ...
Scaling back your belongings and preparing for a move is a big step. Especially in the midst of a global pandemic, downsizing can be a chore. From business closures to a troubled real estate market, there’s a lot to consider. Here are five things downsizing seniors need to know about.
Financing is Still a Possibility
Whether you’re still working or are on a fixed income, it’s still possible to get financing for your new place. SFGat...
You've likely heard that you should change which way your home's ceiling fans rotate when the season's change, but if you're wondering which direction is correct for summer or winter, here are the answers.
Stay Cooler in the Summer
By default, your ceiling fan will turn to the left (counterclockwise) and push air down. This is the direction ceiling fans should turn during summer months. Even though pushing cooler air down won’t actually coo...
Sarah moved with her family from Dallas to a small town outside of Austin and started looking for a house immediately. As many of you know, it’s not easy finding a home in this area, but luckily after a few months, she found a great neighborhood and an under-construction home they loved. As the closing drew near, she went through the seemingly endless list of items with the construction manager and mortgage company and all the numerous entities...
San Antonio is a city with a large senior community — 21.9 percent of the city's population consists of individuals aged 55 and older — and it's easy to see why. San Antonio has year-round warm weather, plenty of healthcare options and an abundance of local attractions for seniors to enjoy.
Give your budget a break. Overall, Texas is a state that's ...
