One of the newest amenities builders are including in housing developments to attract buyers is electric vehicle charging stations. Learn more about this feature that’s growing in popularity among your clients. Key Takeaways: As more car manufacturers add electric vehicles to their fleets, those who own or lease them know the value of having a …
Category: Real Estate Tips
Jun 12
Survey Reveals Least Popular Decorating Colors
More than a third of survey respondents ranked these two colors as their least favorite. America’s least desired colors for home decoration: orange and pink. This is the result of a survey of more than 1,500 consumers by Modsy, an online interior design service. More than a third of survey respondents ranked these two colors …
Jun 09
Gardening Tips
Landscape designer Michael Glassman(link is external) started his fall yard and garden work shortly before Halloween. Late October to mid-November is the perfect time to weed, prune, and mulch to prepare for chilly winter and then the spring growing season. Even those homeowners who live in a warm climate have their work cut out for …
Jun 08
Know Your State’s Laws Around New Residents With Pets
Your clients who are relocating across state lines may be surprised at the requirements for pets that are coming with them. Consult this state-by-state breakdown. Many home buyers keep their pets top of mind when shopping for a property, with 43% of pet owners saying they’re willing to move to accommodate their furry friend, according …
Jun 07
Strategies for Maintaining a Home as an Asset
High-profile bank failures offer lessons worth sharing with your clients and customers. Key takeaways: The high-profile failures of Silicon Valley Bank and First Republic Bank are an object lesson on the importance of managing one’s assets. Companies, entrepreneurs and venture capitalists, who had more than $170 billion stored at SVB, were left scrambling to access …
Jun 06
Top Places to Buy a Tiny Home
While more homeowners have been interested in gaining space during the pandemic, the market for tiny homes is still appealing to certain segments, particularly investors and first-time home buyers. The affordability of these homes is one of the biggest draws. Many tiny homes cost between $30,000 to $60,000. For comparison, the median price for a …
Jun 05
What’s Trending in Kitchens
The kitchen is the heart of the house where everyone congregated during the pandemic, and it’s still the go-to room for multiple functions—that means it keeps changing. Key Takeaways: The kitchen became an even more significant heart of the home during the pandemic as the focal point for gathering, working, entertaining, and, of course, cooking, …
Jun 02
Is the Remodeling Boom Over—or Just on Pause?
A slowdown in renovation projects is settling in after a pandemic-fueled boom, but there are plenty of reasons why the pullback may not last long. During the pandemic, Americans became ultra-focused on upgrading their homes, taking on remodeling and DIY projects in record numbers. But as recession fears mount, more homeowners are putting on the …
Jun 01
Contractors Hard to Find Amid Renovation Boom
Homeowners have been busy sprucing up their properties during the pandemic. Even as the year winds down, their desires aren’t fading. More than 70% of U.S. homeowners recently surveyed say they are planning or considering a home renovation project before the end of the year, according to a survey from Dewalt, a tool manufacturer and …
May 31
Kitchen Trends to Watch
Renovating a kitchen has become popular with many homeowners looking to spice up the look of their space. As they take on projects, they’re showing more interest in splurging on finishes and materials to get the high-end look they want, according to a new study from Houzz. Countertops are one area where homeowners are willing …
May 31
Popular Home Decor Styles by Room
As the homebuying and remodeling spree continues amid the pandemic, homeowners are showing they really care about what their home looks like. Google searches for “interior design styles” have increased 40% in the past week alone, according to a study from Uswitch, a mortgage comparison firm. Researchers analyzed more than 4 million pins across Pinterest …
May 30
Kitchen Pantries a Sought-After Amenity
The kitchen pantry has become a craved amenity in more homes today. They may be worthy of your attention if staging the space in a home listing. Larger, more functional pantries are a popular add-on in home remodels, according to the latest trends study released by the National Kitchen & Bath Association. Sixty percent of …
