Four Must-Repairs to Make Before Showing Your House



Here are four areas of repair that usually require the most attention. Do these fixes before showing your house to get a better offer and a faster deal.

Can Replacing the Siding of a Home Impact Its Resale Value?



Homeowners these days are consistently looking for new ways to add to the resale value of their homes or increase curb appeal and accelerate the sale process. As a realtor, you may find yourself working with clients who are ready to sell their homes but want to know if any renovations or repairs would significantly […]

SOS Builders Receive “Contractor of the Year”, 10 Companies Honored with Golden Hammer Awards



Eleven Response Team one companies received prestigious recognition at the recent 2016 Contractor Connection Conference & Expo in Las Vegas. Response Team 1 is the second largest residential and commercial property restoration and renovation company in the nation, serving the continental US from 49 strategic locations. Contractor Connection is the largest fully independent network of […]

Sell your Home Quickly – Tips to Increase Selling Chances



Whether you are a real estate agent or an individual wanting to sell your home fast at your desired price, there’re some things you can do to get quick responses from investors and buyers. Imagine, would you buy a book with old, torn outside cover? Obviously, you won’t. The same is the case with buying […]

“New” concrete and teak furniture to dominate outdoor living trends in 2016



Zillow Digs, the home improvement and design inspiration hub operated by Zillow, has published its top outdoor living trends for 2016 and the three biggest fads to ditch from 2015.

Home buyers turn to renovation to acquire their perfect home



With growing numbers of buyers finding it difficult to purchase the home of their dreams due to a combination of limited inventories and rising prices, more are turning to fixer-uppers as a way of getting the home they’ve always dreamed of.

More Homes Are Being Remodeled In 2016



Some people are remodeling in preparation for selling their homes while others are remodeling to make the home more livable for them self and their family. But make no mistake, remodeling is one of the hottest activities in the real estate industry right now. This is a real estate story that doesn’t change much. Bathrooms […]

Ready For the Market – 4 Quick Tips to Sell Your Home Fast



Sure, some hot properties will be snapped right up, but the average home can sit on the market for months before attracting the right buyer.

Protect Your Home Value by Keeping These Systems in Order



Owning a home is a big responsibility. Part of this responsibility is ensuring that different parts of your home receive the proper maintenance.

Deciding to Renovate and Stay or to Sell and Move On



As we move into the spring season, you can expect the real estate market to seriously heat up. You may be thinking about cashing in on higher house values that much of the market is experiencing. Keep in mind that you will almost certainly have to pay the same appreciated value for another home. Additionally, […]