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Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
by Melissa Stevenson
Hello and Happy St. Patrick’s Day! For anyone who knows me, you know how much I LOVE St. Patrick’s Day! I’m not sure where this stems from although I do have some Irish blood in me (my mom’s maiden name was Murphy); I think a lot of it is just that I…
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8 Home Renovations That Will Pay You Back
by Melissa Stevenson
This time of year many people think about making improvements to their home, possibly because they have tax return money they want to spend, the winter weather has them spending more time indoors or maybe they’re thinking of selling their house in the spring or summer. Whatever the reason, if you are considering any renovations…
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Staging For Web Appeal
by Melissa Stevenson
You’ve heard it before, staging DOES make a difference when selling your home. In today’s world, it’s not just about staging your house to make it look better when prospective buyers come through for a showing. The first place buyers look for a house is online so you must make sure your house is staged…
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Happy Valentine’s Day!
by Melissa Stevenson
Happy Valentine’s Day! Why not buy your sweetheart something other than flowers, chocolates or jewelry this year? How about a house instead?! Here are some tips to avoid homebuying heartbreak today or any day. ~Melissa http://blog.rismedia.com/2015/homebuying-heartbreak-valentines-day/?utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email
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The Importance of Working with a REALTOR
by Melissa Stevenson
Not everyone realizes there is a difference between a licensed real estate agent and a REALTOR. The latter is a member of the National Association of Realtors and is held accountable to a strict Code of Ethics. It is important to work with a REALTOR when buying or selling your home. Here is a short…
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For Buyers: 6 Homebuying Tips
by Melissa Stevenson
There is a lot of information out there to help first time homebuyers. While all of it may not apply to you, as a homebuyer, it’s important to know what is expected of you and what tools are out there to help you find and buy the exact home you are looking for. As an…
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For Buyers: Your Credit and Homebuying
by Melissa Stevenson
For anyone thinking of buying a house, take a look at this article to learn more about how your credit score will affect your ability to get a mortgage and how you can improve your chances of getting the best deal. Your credit score will dictate many things for your upcoming home purchase, so I…
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To-Do’s: Your January Home Checklist
by Melissa Stevenson
Hello, If your live in an area experiencing frigid temperatures, I hope you are finding a way to stay warm! I came across this checklist I thought might be helpful so wanted to share. Click on the link below for ideas of things you can do this month at home. ~Melissa [houzz=http://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34504062/list/to-dos-your-january-home-checklist w=300]
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Cheers To You!
by Melissa Stevenson
Hello, It is hard to believe we are already saying goodbye to 2014, time seems to go by faster each year. I would like to take a moment to thank all of you reading my blog as well as my clients this year for helping me to have another successful year. I love real estate…
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Merry Christmas!
by Melissa Stevenson
Wishing You A Very Merry Christmas!
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