It’s no secret that the process of buying and selling a home can be daunting. The process is complicated, particularly when it comes to managing the countless documents and paperwork involved. From purchase agreements and disclosure forms to inspection reports and loan applications, the sheer volume of paperwork can quickly become overwhelming. Implementing a few organizational strategies and working with an experienced real estate agent, such as Anny Kosovic, will make it easier to navigate the maze of documents and ensure you don’t overlook any important details. Documents for Home Selling W ..read more

Unfortunately, our homes don’t always grow with us. What may have initially worked fine for a single person, a young couple’s starter home, or a family with a newborn can quickly become too small as families expand and multiple generations live under one roof. Remodeling and adding to your home is one option for creating more space, but it can be costly, and the size of your property may be prohibitive. That’s when moving to a bigger home becomes the best solution. Where do you need more space? The first thought when upsizing your home is to simply think about square footage, bedrooms, an ..read more

For most of us, our bedroom is little more than a place to sleep and relax. However, just because it’s always been that way doesn’t mean that we have to settle for drab and dreary. One trend that’s gaining steam these days is converting your current bedroom into a luxury suite (or something comparable). If you want to live like you’re renting a room at the Marriot, then you want to follow these tips. Compartmentalize Your Activities Making your bedroom more functional is going to make it more luxurious. Add a gorgeous desk for working and a TV area for entertainment, and you’ll be living ..read more

Winter may not be the time you typically think of tackling home renovations, what with its harsh and unpredictable weather. But there are plenty of updates you can complete without trouble any time of year, both big and small. Here are a few to get you started: Kitchen cabinet refresh Before your next get-together, try your hand at refacing your kitchen cabinets. It’s an affordable way to give this important space a whole new look for less time, money, and hassle than a full remodel. Remove the doors, sand them down and apply new primer and paint. The type of sandpaper and paint you use m ..read more

Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are excellent at highlighting the best features of the home, but keep in mind there may be more than meets the eye. To make the most of your time and efforts and gather a well-rounded picture of home listings online, keep the following three things in mind: Stay up to date. When you start your search, make sure you find a site that pulls up-to-date listings directly from the Multiple Listing Service (MLS) where real estate agents actively post their most current ho ..read more

You’ve found your dream home and it’s now time to cross all your T's and dot all your I's before it’s all your own. One of the first items on your closing checklist is the home appraisal. So, what exactly is that? The home appraisal is essentially a value assessment of the home and property. It is conducted by a certified third party and is used to determine whether the home is priced appropriately. During a home appraisal, the appraiser conducts a complete visual inspection of the interior and exterior of the home. He or she factors in a variety of things, including the home’s floor plan func ..read more

When you own a home, it’s important to have the tools that are necessary to make little repairs, or even do major DIY if that’s your thing. One of the most useful tools you can add to your collection is an air compressor. An air compressor can do so many things around the house, from helping you keep screens and vents debris-free, to airing up car tires and other inflatables, and even powering a whole collection of useful tools. But how do you pick the perfect air compressor for your projects? Don’t worry, it’s easier than you may think. First, Choose Your Air Tools Before you can really selec ..read more

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 If you’re like a lot of long-time homeowners, you’ve probably got a great deal of home equity on your hands right now. If you’ve been considering putting it to work, it’s still a decent time to take out a second mortgage or a HELOC, even as rates are starting to rise. Having so much home equity can enable you to make some very seriously needed changes to your home, either to allow you to age-in-place or to accommodate other lifestyle needs. It’s an opportunity to make major changes or upgrades, but there are certainly some ways that are better than others to use your home’s equity. We’ve ..read more