Planning your move into a new home? Let's map out your moving timeline together! Here's a comprehensive guide to help you stay organized and stress-free: 6-8 Weeks Before Moving: Research moving companies and gather quotes. -Start decluttering and donating or selling items you won't be taking with you. -Begin collecting packing supplies such as boxes, tape, and bubble wrap. 4-6 Weeks Before Moving: Notify your current landlord or arrange to end your lease. -Start packing non-essential items and label boxes for easy unpacking. -Notify utility companies of your move and schedule disconnections a ..read more

Thinking of selling your home? Here are some essential tips to keep in mind before, during and after tax time: Capital Gains Exclusion: If you've owned and lived in your home for at least two out of the last five years, you may qualify for a capital gains exclusion of up to $250,000 for single filers or $500,000 for married couples filing jointly. Keep Records: Maintain thorough records of home improvements, repairs, and other expenses related to the sale of your home. These documents can help you accurately calculate your capital gains and potential deductions. Home Office Deduction: If you u ..read more

Curious about what goes into making an offer on a house? Here's what you need to know: Determine Your Budget: When you get to the stage where you're ready to make an offer on a house, you will have already calculated how much you can afford to spend on a home, factoring in your down payment, closing costs, and monthly mortgage payments. Make sure your offer stays within this budget. Determining Comparable Sales: You real estate agent will look at similar properties in the area to gauge the market value and ensure your offer is competitive but that you’re also not overpaying for the house ..read more

Fair warning, you can find my face on Buffalo Road/Mount Read Blvd. If you see me, you'll also be looking at a building where there's 1400 square feet of available office space. Questions? I'm here to answer them ..read more

The old saying goes that “good things come to those who wait” and we’d like to add “except when you’re putting an offer on your dream home.” It's going to take more than a little luck to get under contract in today's market. If you want to buy a home this year, it's going to take strategy, planning, and attention to detail. You need a real estate agent as your trusted advisor to support you every step of the way. Here are a few of the steps you and your agent should be taking before you even start to schedule showings: Meet to start compiling your Needs vs. Wants list and to go over the typi ..read more

There are several good reasons for homeowners to make themselves scarce when potential buyers come to view their house. While one motivation is avoiding problematic comments, there are other benefits to giving prospective buyers space during showings. For one, an empty home allows potential buyers to envision themselves living there. With the sellers out of the way, buyers can move freely through the rooms and picture where their own furniture and belongings could go. An unoccupied house becomes a blank canvas for buyers to mentally customize to their own lifestyle and needs. Leaving also all ..read more

In this still-hot Seller’s Market, how important is it, really, to price your house correctly? Watch the video below to find out Danny’s thoughts and then reach out if you have any questions or need any advice ..read more

Buying and selling a home can be stressful. Once you’re ready to move, the relief can leave you vulnerable to scams. Frankly, you’re likely to be so happy to be “done” that you can overlook red flags in your excitement. To protect your belongings and avoid extra costs or loss, learn the signs of scams when moving. The first step is to do your research. Always make sure the moving company comes to physically inspect your belongings and gives you a firm quote. Some companies may try to give you a quote based on the size of your home or number of bedrooms, then charge you more based on time or we ..read more

This was A LOT of fun! Please join us in supporting the cast and crew of Grease at Greece Athena High School on February 2, 3, 9 and 10 at 7pm or February 4 and 11 at 2pm ..read more

Purchasing a fixer-upper property can be an exciting and rewarding experience. HGTV is filled with programs of amateurs knocking down walls and tiling bathroom floors. The fact is that this is much harder than it looks and before diving headfirst into this kind of project, it’s critical to consider whether you are prepared for the venture. 1. Financial Planning – The first step in buying a fixer-upper home is to establish a realistic budget. Include the purchase price, repairs costs, and any expected expenses for renovation or restoration. Once you have created a “known” list, then add 10% to ..read more