Nice 1 bedroom, 1 bath unit. Large living and dining area. Separate laundry room and garage access. Private patio. Gated property. HOA includes free basic cable and alarm monitoring. Current tenant leased through March 31 and would be interested in staying. Or new homeowner could occupy April 1. Available for showings February 16 with 24 hour notice to...

Photo by marcdenning via Pixabay Adding square footage of living space to your home is always a sound investment. Not only does it give you and your family more space to play, but it adds resale value, too -- even if the square footage you add is outdoors. A well-designed and constructed pergola does both. It provides shade...

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels If you’re looking to add curb appeal or want to create a pleasant outdoor environment to enjoy your leisure time, investing in a good DIY project can help you to spruce up your outdoor space. 1. Install a Window Ledge A window ledge is a versatile project because it can serve a variety...

Image by Arek Socha from Pixabay If you bought a house that was over $484,350 prior to 2020, you had to get a jumbo loan, which is a non-conforming loan. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) increased the limit on conforming loans to $510,400 in most areas. The FHFA also increased the loan limit to $765,600 in some...

Home sellers may encounter problems as they try to get the best prices for their residences. Fortunately, there are lots of things that sellers can do to reduce or eliminate hurdles that otherwise may slow down the house selling journey. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you tackle various home selling hurdles. 1. Analyze the...

Photo by Edgardo Lagmay on Unsplash Nothing dates a bathroom like an old toilet. Not only have toilets advanced significantly in the past 10-15 years. Older toilets often develop hard water stains and porcelain scratches that show their age. Fortunately, replacing a toilet is one of the most straightforward home improvement projects you can do. And it's relatively...

You don't need to be a home selling expert to counter a buyer's offer to purchase your house. In fact, sellers who know what factors to consider as they evaluate a homebuying proposal may be better equipped than others to submit a successful counter-offer. Now, let's take a look at three factors a seller should consider before countering a...

As you get ready to add your house to the real estate market, you likely will consider high and low initial asking prices. However, it is important to remember that no two residences are exactly alike. And much in the same vein, the initial asking price for your home may vary from that of a similar residence based on...

Gorgeous Grand Home in Lake Forest, newly completed construction earlier this year. Breathtaking open floor plan with 2 story vaulted ceilings, 2 story stone fireplace in family room. Sleek, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, decorative backsplash, 5 burner gas cooktop & butlers pantry to formal dining room. Full oak staircase & wood floors throughout most of 1st floor. Game room upstairs is wired for surround sound. Study downstairs could be another living area or bedroom with full bath. Neighborhood pool, trails, amenity center, creek & close to elementary school! Energy Star certified with R38, 16SEER &...

Gorgeous Grand Home in Lake Forest, newly completed construction earlier this year. Breathtaking open floor plan with 2 story vaulted ceilings, 2 story stone fireplace in family room. Sleek, modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, decorative backsplash, 5 burner gas cooktop & butlers pantry to formal dining room. Full oak staircase & wood floors throughout most of 1st floor. Game room upstairs is wired for surround sound. Study downstairs could be another living area or bedroom with full bath. Neighborhood pool, trails, amenity center, creek & close to elementary school! Energy Star certified with R38, 16SEER &...

After conducting an in-depth home search, you probably have discovered that many outstanding houses are available. Yet you're still on the fence about whether to submit an offer to purchase a residence. Ultimately, there are many signs that now may be the ideal time to submit an offer to purchase a residence, and these include: 1. You find a...

If you intend to sell your home, you should develop a plan. That way, you can identify any potential home selling hurdles and take steps to address such issues before they escalate. Now, let's take a look at three tips to help you execute a house selling plan to perfection. 1. Establish a Timeline You know you want to...