You live in this world every day and know what to expect. Your sellers do not! It is also much more emotional for them and could be a hard transition. When you seat the expectations upfront they may never realize what you did to make this process simple but they definitely won’t end in upset because they were unaware o what was to come. 1. Inspectors are Prompt Individuals They will show up PRIOR to the scheduled start time Inspectors are timely people, if they are supposed to be at your home at 9 am, they will be there 15-20 mins before 9. Not only do you want to make a good impression by be ..read more

Out With The Wash is a laundry service that provides free pick up and drop off. They wash, dry and fold their laundry, at a per load charge ($15 per 10 pound load) or at a customization monthly rate, that can fit any budget.  Karin, the founder of our with the wash, is a stay at home momma, just trying to help her family out by turning something she enjoys (and most people either despise or fall behind on all the time) into supplemental income.  She provides services within Spokane, Spokane Valley, and Airway Heights. I am also willing to travel to Cheney and Medical lake if their la ..read more

As we rolled through the depths of winter weather, you will have noticed by now if your windows need some love. Windows are more than just a pleasant view and the means to bring in some sunshine, they also allow for fresh air to carry away the heat in the summer and let out the smell of that casserole that burned in the oven last night. What we need to keep in mind is that windows are also the perfect place for drafts to come through on those coldest of days, lowering the temperature in your home and raising the heating bill to unprecedented heights. The following are some ..read more

Katie dove head first into interior design in 2017, when she realized the impact design can have on a person’s emotional, spiritual, mental, and physical well being. Environments that combine beauty and practicality are her passion, driving her toward fresh design styles and unique spaces created for each client. She completed her Interior Design Diploma by attending the Interior Design Institute and graduating in 2017 since then, Katie has developed a team of working professionals who strive to exceed her client expectations, and the design team has been featured in local magazines. Katie is ..read more

Use this guide to expand your agent tool belt. Learn to train your inspector eye and identify common inspection red flags for any age of home so you can help your buyers and sellers ahead of time! EXTERIORS Drainage & Grading Does the yard slope towards the home in any area? Are there planter beds up against the house or any watering systems next to the foundation? Is the ground in contact with the siding in any areas? Are there gutters on the home? If yes, are they on all draining sides of the home? If yes, do they extend 4-6 feet away from the foundation? Exterior Materia ..read more

Wendi Eva began her professional organizing business, BreathingRooms, in 2018. Since then she has been in over 100 homes helping her clients restore order and breathe again.  As a former teacher, her desire is to equip clients with the mindset and tools needed to remove the burden of chaos and clutter and introduce calm. She offers assistance with decluttering, organizing, and styling everything from pantries to playrooms.  She also offers free resources on her Facebook page, @BreathingRooms, and in her private Facebook group, “BreathingRooms Weekly Challenges”. Breathing Rooms (509 ..read more

One of the most important elements of home safety is an alarm system that will quickly and easily alert you and your family in case of fire or carbon monoxide emissions. In 2019, 72.2% of deaths caused by fire were on residential properties according to the U.S. Fire Administration. Maintaining alarms is among the easiest steps to take in order to keep the residents of any home safe. Whether your home is a new construction, under renovation or an existing residence, guidelines are laid out to keep every resident as safe as possible. All Residences Alarms must be placed in all bedrooms of a ho ..read more

We are passionate about supporting other locally owned businesses so please check out this highlight of a local service provider and check out their services. White Dove Cleaning Northwest is a small, local, faith-based housecleaning company. They have a heart for serving people and making your life easier, specializing in recurring housecleaning. They use all natural, eco-friendly cleaners, because it’s more important than you know. The best thing about them is their hiring system; they pride themselves on hiring awesome, core-value based cleaners.  Core values: serve people, show in ..read more

Happy New Year everyone! As winter is now in full swing and we start off this year with below freezing temperatures, what better time than to discuss what to do if your pipes freeze. We will also share tips on how to prevent this potential disaster!  A burst pipe could result in thousands of dollars worth of damage to your home. With a burst pipe water will continue to flow into your home until the main water shut off valve is turned off. Oftentimes you don’t even know this is happening until the damage is done.   So while we brave these cold temperatures, it’s always best to ..read more

Likely you have an asphalt roof covering, this is the most common type of roofing materials.  There are many different types of asphalt roof coverings. We will focus on two of them. 3-Tab Shingles This type of roof covering is typically a lower life span roof covering. It looks like subway tiles. There is a rectangle tab, next to another, next to another.  Some of the defining features: Each tab is one layer thick Typically warranties are 15 to 20 years  They are designed for winds up to 60 miles per hour This type of shingle will easily become loose over time and I will of ..read more