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Prepping Your Home for Fall: Essential Maintenance Tips for a Cozy Season

By Jordyn Windnagle - August 21, 2024

The sun is setting on the summer of 2025. Whether you’re mourning these final days or eagerly awaiting the start of fall, one thing is certain: it’s time to get your house in order. With cooler temperatures and unpredictable weather ahead, taking the time to prepare your home can help prevent mishaps and costly repairs. A little groundwork now can make a big difference throughout the

To Fix or Not to Fix: How to Prioritize Repairs Before Listing Your Home

By Jordyn Windnagle - May 30, 2024

The process of selling a home is a whirlwind of decisions and preparations. One critical choice you’ll face is whether to invest in repairs before putting your house on the market. This decision can impact the speed of the sale as well as the final sale price. Whether you're a first-time seller or a seasoned real estate veteran, understanding the pros and cons of pre-sale repairs is es

Radon Action Month: Protecting Your Home From This Harmful Gas

By Jordyn Windnagle - January 24, 2024

January is Radon Action Month, a time to raise awareness about the dangers of radon gas and take proactive steps to protect our homes and loved ones. Radon is a colorless, odorless gas that can seep into homes from the ground, posing a serious health risk due to its radioactive nature. Let’s explore what radon is, why it's a concern, and most importantly, how you can prevent its infilt

Common Issues That Arise During an FHA Appraisal

By Jordyn Windnagle - August 31, 2023

The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) is part of the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. FHA mortgage insurance was created in 1934 to protect lenders against losses. The purpose is to expand homeownership opportunities by offering lenders less risk so that they can provide more mortgages. If a property owner with an FHA mortgage defaults on their loan, the administration pays the

Specialty Inspections and Add-Ons

By Jordyn Windnagle - January 09, 2023

No matter how savvy or handy you might be, it's always best to cover your bases with a home inspection. General inspection companies typically offer add-on services. Depending on local regulations or areas of concern, it's also possible that you'll need to hire additional professionals for a more in-depth evaluation. Here are some of the specialty inspection services to consider duri

Don't Miss Visible Defects | What to Look for During Showings

By Jordyn Windnagle - July 26, 2022

Certain aspects of a property will be at the forefront during showings: location, layout, cosmetic updates, landscaping, etc. But it’s important to dig a little deeper and keep your eye out for defects. In fact, caveat emptor (Latin for "buyer beware") still applies to certain circumstances in Ohio and Michigan. Under this doctrine, it is the buyer's responsibility to perform

How to Prep Your Home and Sell This Winter

By Jordyn Windnagle - January 07, 2022

If you're considering selling in 2022, now is the time to get in touch with your Realtor. Daryl Fairweather, Chief Economist for Redfin, predicts buyers will be on the hunt early this year: “Historically, the homebuying season starts in late spring, but in 2022, we expect the homebuying season to begin by late January. That’s because buyers will want to take advantage of rec

How to Prepare Your Home for an Inspection

By Mary Aspen Richardson - February 24, 2021

If you have decided to sell your home and relocate to a new place, you need to consider the benefits of having your house inspected. And while deciding to put your house on the market is an easy part of the home selling process, preparing it for sale is a different story. Preparing your home for an inspection is a bit more demanding. Since the success of the sale will largely depend on t

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Prepping Your Home for Fall: Essential Maintenance Tips for a Cozy Season

To Fix or Not to Fix: How to Prioritize Repairs Before Listing Your Home

Radon Action Month: Protecting Your Home From This Harmful Gas

Common Issues That Arise During an FHA Appraisal

Specialty Inspections and Add-Ons

Don't Miss Visible Defects | What to Look for During Showings

How to Prep Your Home and Sell This Winter

How to Prepare Your Home for an Inspection

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