by Laura Baliestiero | Mar 8, 2021 | Home Value, Lumber Prices
Increased demand for single-family housing, much of it driven by the coronavirus pandemic, has housing starts up 30% year over year, according to the U.S. Census. That is part of the issue on the demand side. There has also been a surge in home remodeling, as people...
by Laura Baliestiero | Feb 4, 2021 | Home Value, Housing Market Updates, Price Growth
U.S. home price growth surged in the penultimate month of 2020 to a level not seen in nearly seven years. Standard & Poor’s said that its S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller national home price index posted a 9.5% annual gain in November, up from 8.4% in October. The...
by Laura Baliestiero | Nov 27, 2020 | Advice for Homeowners, Extraordinary Homes, Home Decorating, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Home Value, Market Updates, Selling a home
When you think about getting your home ready for sale, you think about large items such as repainting walls and updating your kitchen. While these will definitely make a difference, there are a few minor improvements that are often overlooked which deter the most...
by Laura Baliestiero | Nov 8, 2020 | Advice for Homeowners, Costs, Extraordinary Homes, Home Decorating, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Home Value, Interest Rates
“Out with the old and in with the new” is not always affordable, but everyone would like the chance to be daring, bold and unafraid of change. Entering into the New Year by adding some refreshing colors or accent pieces will not only brighten up your home during these...
by Laura Baliestiero | Nov 8, 2020 | Home Decorating, Home Improvement, Home Maintenance, Home Value, Interest Rates, Market Updates, Selling a home
Are you planning on painting your home’s exterior before you put it up for sale? According to paint companies and real estate professionals, there is a list of top-selling colors that help sell homes at a quicker pace. First and foremost, do not over complicate the...
