Preparing Your Home for Showings

Show off all the special attributes that make your home attractive to buyers by investing a small amount of time and energy into preparing your home for sale. Below are a few trusted tips, tools and techniques to make sure your house shines…

Spring Cleaning Tips

Get Your Home Feeling Fresh for the New Season!   Keeping your home well-maintained and cared for helps ensure it stays in great condition for years to come and will retain its value when it comes time to sell. The benefits of…

Common Questions Asked During the Home Buying Process

Whether it’s your first time buying a home or you’ve purchased several over the years, there may be questions that arise during the home buying process. Each home and situation is different, yet there are a few common questions you may want…

Spring Yard Maintenance Tips

Prepare Your Outdoor Space for Backyard BBQs, Pool Parties + More!   Whether it’s the scent of freshly mowed grass, space for your dog to run around, or preparing a home-grilled meal for friends, there’s no doubt that the outdoors…

ABCs of Selling a Home

It’s time to learn our ABCs! And no, I’m not talking about the catchy alphabet song you mastered in kindergarten. Let’s explore an entirely different alphabet, trading “apple” for appraisal and “monkey” for mortgage. Let’s learn…

What to Look For During Your Final Walk-Through

Closing day is almost here! Your final walk-through gives you the opportunity to examine your almost-home a few days — or sometimes hours — before closing. As you envision where to put the couch or where your favorite piece of art will…

8 Forgotten Places to Spring Clean This Season - And How to Clean Them

Spring cleaning gives us the chance to scrub some of the places we don’t normally think about throughout our usual cleaning rotation. But regardless of how deep you clean, there may still be some areas you're not focusing on. Add these…

Questions to Ask During a Home Inspection

You’ve made it to the home inspection! If you are able to be present during the inspection, you may want to ask the inspector questions to help ease concerns, learn more about the home, and ultimately, help you reach an educated conclusion…

Must-Dos Before Putting Your Home on the Market

So you’ve decided to put your home on the market. First of all, congratulations! Secondly, there are a few essential steps to take beforehand. Making a few small changes or updates to your home’s interior and exterior can go a long way in…

What to Expect During the Home Buying Process

You found the best agent (ME!) and have met with a mortgage professional to help determine what you can afford — what comes next? My guide breaks down the steps of buying a home, so you will be prepared to find a home that fits your unique…

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

May your pockets be heavy and your heart be light, may good luck pursue you each morning and night. I hope this holiday brings you a bit o’ Irish luck and a bit o’ Irish cheer. As they say, a good client is like a four-leaf clover,…

How to Get Your Garden Ready for Spring

It’s hard to believe it, but spring is almost here! While we’re just starting to say goodbye to the frigid temperatures of winter, warmer weather will be here before you know it. But before you pull out the grill and dust off your lawn…
Spring Forward

Time to Spring Forward!

Ready or not, it’s coming! The beginning of Daylight Saving Time is this weekend, and with it, we lose an hour of precious sleep. However, there are several things to look forward to as spring is just around the corner! Rather than…

Home Decor Ideas for Spring

Spring is (almost) here! To prepare for the warmer, sunnier days ahead, there are several ways to outfit your home for the season, whether you simply want to add a few new pieces of décor or you’re up for tackling a DIY project like open…

15 At-Home Valentine’s Day Date Ideas

Valentine’s Day is just around the corner! Whether you’ve been dating for a few weeks or are celebrating your 20-year anniversary, there are many ways to make the holiday memorable. But if a romantic weekend away or an opulent dinner…

Ways to Show Your Home Some Love This Month

Valentine’s Day is all about showing appreciation for your loved ones. This year, while you’re showering the special people in your life with love, consider shining a little light on another important relationship: the one you have with…

Preparing for a 2022 Home Purchase

While you may have been ready to buy a home last year, the uncertainties caused by the pandemic may have put a damper on your plans. At this point, you may be uncertain about your real estate goals and unsure whether the opportunity to work…

5 Tips for Cleaning Your House to Sell

Deep cleaning before listing your home can go a long way. A clean, organized listing can make or break a sale. After all, nothing draws the eye quite like dirt, grime, and clutter. When selling, it’s critical to put your best foot forward,…

5 Smart Upgrades that Increase Your Home’s Appeal

From kitchen renovations to a new roof, there are several upgrades you can complete to help make your home more appealing to potential buyers. However, if you’re looking to give your home a technological improvement, smart home upgrades…

Ways to Maximize Your Home's Storage

As you get settled into your new home or reorganize a home you’ve lived in for years, you may find yourself searching for additional storage. There are several ways to maximize storage in your home, whether that means buying creative furniture…

Stage to Sell This Winter

Staging your home is crucial any time of year—but especially during winter, when weather and a slower market tend to get in the way. These staging tips are sure to put your home in the front of potential buyers’ minds this season.     Tastefully…

Ways to Conserve Energy During the Colder Months

If you’ve paid attention to your energy bill, you’ll notice it likely goes up during the colder months, as you might crank up the heat, turn on more lights, and take more hot baths and showers. To combat this uptick in energy use, there…

Home Improvement Projects for Winter

While winter is the season when you may want to curl up under a blanket to stay warm and cozy, it doesn’t mean you should take a break from maintaining your home. Instead of hibernating during the coldest months of the year, give your…

It's the First Day of Winter! Here are Some Ways to Maximize the Season.

It’s officially winter! With holiday festivities, cooler temperatures and a certain magic in the air, winter is a particularly cozy and exciting season. Whether you prefer to skate on ice or curl up by the fire with a book, there is no shortage…

Happy Holidays!

No matter which year-end holiday you celebrate, I am wishing you all the best this holiday season! There’s something for everyone to enjoy this time of year, but the best part of the holidays is honoring the important relationships in our…

Home Décor Ideas for Winter

Winter is here! ‘Tis the season to curl up by the fire, read a book and sip on some hot cocoa. Welcome this magical, cozy season with some winter decor. Create a Winter Garland or Wreath Utilize green tree branches or other found materials,…

Happy Thanksgiving!

When you love what you have, you have everything you need. Thanksgiving is the perfect time to reflect on what you’re grateful for. This year, as I pause to count my blessings, I want to thank you for putting your trust in me. I am deeply…

Preparing Your Home for Winter

Winter is coming! To help you protect your home from the elements, make sure you’ve completed this winter checklist in advance. This can help you maintain your home’s value and hopefully help to avoid any potential headaches or hazards down…

Reasons to Sell Your Home With a Real Estate Agent

3 reasons to sell your home with a real estate agent 1. Real estate agents can effectively market your home. They have access to the top resources to price your home to sell. 2. Real estate agents know the laws. There are many fine details…

Thank you, Veterans!

To all the Veterans in our community and all over we thank you for your service, bravery, and sacrifice. Please take a moment to honor the veterans in your life and community today. #VeteransDay #ThankYouVeterans

6 Tablescape Ideas for The Ultimate Thanksgiving Feast

Thanksgiving is only a few short weeks away, but before we can start carving the turkey or digging into pumpkin pie, we need to set the table! An elegant tablescape helps set the tone of your meal, while also adding a little extra flare to…

Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

During the holidays, we spend lots of time gathering with friends and family, exchanging gifts, baking treats, and enjoying other seasonal traditions. Amidst all the hustle and bustle, it’s important to make some time to practice gratitude…

Easy Hacks All Homeowners Should Know

Over the years, experienced homeowners have developed a lengthy list of inventive “hacks” to make life a little easier. From creative cleaning ideas to storage solutions, these simple hacks can make homeownership a little more streamlined. Use…

5 Different Ways to Decorate Your Front Porch for Halloween

Anyone will tell you that a well-decorated front porch is the perfect way to make a great first impression on neighbors and guests. And with fall in full swing and Halloween just around the corner, you have ample opportunities to spruce…

Important Yard Maintenance Projects for the Fall

Fall is officially in full swing and we couldn’t be more excited! The falling leaves, orange and red decorations, and the cooling weather make for a spectacular season full of fun. But with the cooler weather comes an array of yard work…

Fall in Love with Your Front Porch

Your front porch is the first thing your guests and neighbors see, so it’s important to make sure it looks attractive and inviting. It is, after all, the first impression that sets the tone for the interior of your home! Welcome fall with…

Happy First Day of Fall

Fall, autumn, harvest — whatever you want to call this dreamy season — it’s officially here. That means it’s time for falling leaves, warm sweaters and pumpkin-themed everything. Take the season to the next level with a fall bucket list…

What to Expect During the Home Buying Process

You met with a mortgage professional to help determine what you can afford — what comes next? My guide breaks down the steps of buying a home, so you will be prepared to find a home that fits your unique needs! Home Shopping Now the…

Home Decor Ideas for Fall

Fall is here! Filled with stunning fall foliage, crisp air and all things pumpkin, fall is a particularly enjoyable season. Make your home extra cozy with these fall decor ideas! Add Some Plaid Plaid isn’t reserved just for the flannel…

Fun National Days to Celebrate in September

September is upon us! School is starting, the weather is cooling off and fall is knocking at the door. Pretty soon, pumpkin-flavored everything will be hitting the market and the holiday season won't be too far behind. Unfortunately, other than…

Tips for Making Your Space Feel Bigger

Do you have a crowded space that’s cramping your style? Have no fear — you might not have to upgrade your square footage to make a small space work for you. No matter the size of your home, there are several ways to make a tiny room feel…

Tips for Staying Cool at Home

August is the hottest month of the year for many states across the country — with some places even reaching triple digits on a consistent basis! Beat the heat with these tried-and-true tips for staying cool at home, including both practical…

Things to Do Before Summer Ends

Aahh — sweet, sweet summer. As quickly as it arrives, it seems to depart, so let’s take advantage of the warmer temperatures and longer days while we still can! There are several ways to maximize the rest of the season before we have…

Tips for First-Time Home Buyers

Buying your first home can be an exciting but overwhelming process. From the initial search to receiving your keys on closing day, there are many steps involved in the home buying process. If chosen as your agent, I will be here to help each…

August is National Wellness Month

While wellness should be celebrated all year long, it takes the spotlight during the month of August. National Wellness Month focuses on self-care, managing stress and creating healthy habits to support holistic wellness, both physically and…

Make the Most of Your Time at Home This Summer

Many of us typically spend our summers out and about, whether it’s at community events and festivals or traveling across the globe on vacation. And while this year may look a bit different, there are plenty of ways to maximize your time spent…

Tips for Decluttering + Organizing Your Garage

Summer is the perfect time to tackle some projects around the house, both inside and out in the yard. If you’ve been staring down the pile of clutter in your garage, now’s the time to sift through it all, discard what you no longer need,…

Spruce Up Your Patio With These Design Trends and Ideas

Over the last year or so, many of us have spent more time at home than usual, utilizing our backyards as an extension of our indoor living spaces. We enhanced our decks, patios and balconies, turning them into a replica of our favorite local…

Craft and Project Ideas for Kids

Avoid the dreaded “I’m bored”  by keeping your little one(s) occupied with a fun, summery craft or project. Not only will they have a blast creating something with their hands, but it will help keep their creative juices flowing —…

Home Maintenance Tasks You Should Tackle in July

The summer solstice has passed, July is upon us. We get it—manual labor around the house might not be your top priority (especially when compared with, say, an air-conditioned, sangria popsicle–fueled "Schitt's Creek" binge on the couch). Since…