Worried About Home Maintenance Costs? Consider This

By |2024-06-01T16:24:26-05:00May 21, 2024|Real Estate|

If one of the main reasons you’re hesitant to buy a home is because you’re worried about the upkeep, here’s some information you may find interesting on both new home construction and existing homes (a home that’s been lived in by a previous owner). Newly Built Homes Need Less Upfront Maintenance If you can afford it, you may find a newly built home could help ease your worries about maintenance costs. Think about it, if everything in the house is brand new, it won’t have the wear and tear you may see in an existing home – and that means it’s less likely to [...]

It’s Time To Prepare Your House for a Spring Listing

By |2024-02-19T18:32:00-06:00February 19, 2024|Real Estate|

If you're thinking of selling your house this spring, now is the perfect time to start getting it ready. With the market gearing up for its busiest time of year, it'll be important to make sure your house shines bright among the competition. Here are some valuable tips you can use to get your house market-ready. Declutter and Organize First impressions matter, and if your house is a mess, that can easily turn off potential buyers. Before listing, take the time to declutter and organize each room. Decluttering is about more than just tidying up – it's about creating a sense of space and openness [...]

November’s Home Maintenance Checklist: Preparing Your Home for Winter

By |2023-11-18T12:30:56-06:00November 4, 2023|Lifestyle|

As the leaves turn and the air becomes crisp (well, maybe not as dramatically here in Centra Texas), it's time to prepare your home for the upcoming winter season. While the holidays may be filling your mind with thoughts of festive gatherings and cozy nights by the fire, taking proactive steps to maintain your property now can save you from potential headaches and costly repairs later on. Rake, Aerate, and Mulch The sight of fallen leaves can be picturesque, but leaving them on your lawn can lead to problems. Damp leaves can create a haven for pests and mold, while [...]

Summer-Proof Your Home: Energy-Efficient Tips for a Cool and Comfortable Season

By |2023-04-27T19:18:35-05:00April 25, 2023|Real Estate|

As temperatures start to soar, the summer heat can become unbearable. Summer temperatures in Texas can be brutal, with daily highs regularly reaching into the 90s and sometimes surpassing 100°F! While cranking up the air conditioning may provide temporary relief, it can also result in sky-high energy bills and increased carbon emissions. Did you know that the United States has some of the highest energy consumption rates per capita in the world? In fact, buildings account for 39% of total energy use and 38% of carbon emissions in the country (U.S. Department of Energy). By reducing your energy usage, not [...]

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