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Broker vs. Realtor A real estate broker is someone who has taken education beyond the agent level as required by state laws and passed a broker’s license exam. Similar to real estate agent exams, each state sets its own broker education and exam requirements. The extra coursework covers topics such as ethics, contracts, taxes, and insurance—at a…

Fall Maintenance Checklist   Take some time to get your home in shape for the winter months.  Add to the Honey-Do list J or hire professionals.  Contact me if you need names of reputable companies to help you with getting some of these chores done. Email to Melissasells309.com   The Melissa Stevenson Team, Keller Williams Revolution…

Fall cleaning is a time to prepare for winter by cleaning your home and yard. Here are some things you can do: Wash windows: Clean the outside of your windows to let in more sunlight and enjoy crisp views. Clean garden beds: Clean your garden beds to reduce weeds and disease, and minimize pests and rodents. This will also…

5 Super Common Things You Don’t Realize Are Tanking Your Home’s Value Written by: Lauren Wellbank is a freelance writer with more than a decade of experience in the mortgage industry. Her writing has also appeared on HuffPost, Washington Post, Martha Stewart Living, and more. published Aug 6, 2023 When it comes time to sell your…

Comfort – Enjoying your homes features Privacy – having a space that is YOURS Personal Expression – Decorate with your own unique style                     Community – Having a greater sense of belonging and connection Financial Investment – Gain equity and grow your net worth Today’s market…

6 REASONS TO HIRE AN ACCREDITED BUYER’S REPRESENTATIVE By: REBAC Staff Buying a home is a major endeavor and enjoying a successful real estate transaction requires knowledge and experience. I understand your perspective and commit to helping you achieve your goals. Buying a home is unlike any other purchase. Before you assume you can do this…

 First Things You Should Buy for Your New Home After months of researching home loans and looking at homes for sale with personal tours and hours on the internet, you have closed on your new home.  What items are best to purchase immediately?  Before you move in all your stuff, keep this following list in…

7 Tips to Prep Your House & Yard for Spring Written by TrueValue Hardware Now that winter has come and gone, it’s time to stop hibernating and start enjoying the outdoors again. Kick off the warm season by tackling some spring cleanup outside your house. Be sure to click on the Project Shopping List to…

Prepping Your Home For A Successful Sale When you’re ready to sell your home, doing a little preparation beforehand can potentially help your home sell quicker and for a higher price. Maximize Curb Appeal Getting buyers through the front door starts at the curb. Manicure the lawn, and trim the trees and shrubs. Pull weeds…

8 Winter Energy-Saving Tips for a Cozy, Efficient Home November 27, 2023 Energy Efficiency and Climate Change, Residential Real Estate   These ideas, categorized from low to high effort, can help you save on utility bills as we enter the colder months. An El Niño weather pattern is expected this winter, which could bring severe weather…