May 10
Supply chain woes are heating up in the HVAC sector. Heating and cooling servicers say they are facing a record number of backlogged orders. Parts and equipment delays are continuing through these companies’ busiest time of the year. Repair companies are struggling to fix and replace furnaces, boilers, and other heating and cooling equipment in …
May 09
Heating bills this winter have left many homeowners in sticker shock. The rising cost of fuel has made heating bills jump by from 5% to 50% this winter—a warning that federal agencies made last fall. Still, in some regions, heating bills are higher than forecasters anticipated. Money Magazine spoke to homeowners who reported heating bills …
May 05
Share these tips with your clients to help them take a deep dive into decluttering and storage for greater efficiency and enjoyment of their abode. Key Takeaways: Having a well-organized house that functions for everyday living takes time to achieve. It requires putting in the time and having the right supplies for storage that allows …
May 04
Home prices are high and buyers often can’t find a listing that includes everything on their wish lists. But buyers are showing preferences for certain home features in their searches, particularly outdoor amenities and views. Realtor.com®’s data team analyzed the home features that home buyers are looking for to identify the most popular search terms …
May 03
Outdoor trends that emerged during the first two years of the pandemic continue to develop and enhance play, curb appeal, and healthfulness. Key Takeaways: After the pandemic began, many homeowners planted vegetable and herb gardens to avoid supermarkets or to start a new hobby. Gardening offered safe exercise and stress relief in fresh air versus …
May 02
920 Cedar Grove Road. Broomall, PA. 19008 Listing courtesy of Norm Andrews – RE/MAX Preferred – Newtown Square $480,000 Est. Mortgage $3,235/mo* 3 beds1 Bath 2340 Sq. Ft. Description about this home for sale at 920 Cedar Grove Road. Broomall, PA. 19008 Nestled on 1.5 acres in the heart of Marple Township-this classic farmhouse colonial …
May 02
Homeowners have been spending more time in their backyards since the pandemic began. For a growing share of owners, it’s become a new hobby or a place to relax. Sixty-nine percent of Americans recently surveyed say that doing yard work—either maintaining it or adding or updating features—is one of the ways they like to relieve …
Apr 28
Don’t cut corners when selecting, updating properties. As appreciation begins to slow and interest rates rise, making money from a fixer-upper becomes less of a guaranteed win. A key to success is doing homework about what’s a good contender to be transformed and how to avoid the biggest mistakes. Josh Miller gave up a corporate …
Apr 27
Pandemic-era migration has caused a ripple in cities and towns across America. Will it continue? Since the beginning of time, humans have moved from one place to the next. Mass migrations like the Gold Rush of the 1800s and the Great Migration of the 1900s were led by populations motivated by historic events, urgent needs, …
Apr 26
“Houses that need updating put a pause in buyers’ minds,” says salesperson Stephanie Mallios of Compass NJ in Short Hills, N.J. “Renters usually have no idea how much it costs to make repairs, so they think in broad brushstrokes of prices—$10,000, $20,000—and start deducting from their offer.” Here are improvements that many buyers are loving …
Apr 25
How much do you know about architectural styles and features, along with their history? You know what makes for great curb appeal— healthy landscaping, pops of color, well-executed carpentry, and an excellent paint job in neutral colors. But how much do you know about architectural styles and features, along with their history? Having a sound …
Apr 24
First-time buyers may not know what it takes to maintain their home. Good thing they have you. When they experience their first leaky faucet, cold blast of air, or foundation crack, many first-time home buyers panic. Help ward off regret by connecting them with specialists and giving them a rundown of important maintenance checks. HVAC …
