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Don’t Settle for Less: How a Realtor Can Find Your Ideal Home

Are you tired of tirelessly searching for your dream home, only to feel disappointed with properties that don’t meet your needs? Do you feel like you’re wasting time, effort, and energy with no results to show for it? It may be time to consider enlisting the help of a realtor. A realtor is more than […]
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How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate

How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate As we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past and present experiences of Black Americans. This includes the path toward investing in a home of their own. And while equitable access to housing has come a long way, homeownership can be a […]
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A Majority of Consumers Say It’s a Good Time To Sell Your House

A Majority of Consumers Say It’s a Good Time To Sell Your House Thursday January 19th, 2023 For Sellers If you’re a homeowner thinking about selling your house, you’re probably looking for the best time to make your move. That means you’re likely balancing a number of factors, like your changing needs, where you’ll go when you […]
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THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOME WARRANTY & HOME INSURANCE

When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to understand is how to best protect yourself and your investment if anything were to go wrong. Check out the information on home insurance versus home warranty below to educate yourself on your […]

Uncategorized Don’t Settle for Less: How a Realtor Can Find Your Ideal Home Are you tired of tirelessly searching for your dream home, only to feel disappointed with properties that don’t meet your needs? Do you feel like you’re wasting time, effort, and energy with no results to show for it? It may be time to consider enlisting the help of a realtor. A realtor is more than […]

Uncategorized How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate How Experts Can Help Close the Gap in Today’s Homeownership Rate As we celebrate Black History Month, we reflect on the past and present experiences of Black Americans. This includes the path toward investing in a home of their own. And while equitable access to housing has come a long way, homeownership can be a […]

Uncategorized A Majority of Consumers Say It’s a Good Time To Sell Your House A Majority of Consumers Say It’s a Good Time To Sell Your House Thursday January 19th, 2023 For Sellers If you’re a homeowner thinking about selling your house, you’re probably looking for the best time to make your move. That means you’re likely balancing a number of factors, like your changing needs, where you’ll go when you […]

Uncategorized THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN HOME WARRANTY & HOME INSURANCE When purchasing a new home, it’s important to do in-depth research on all facets of the homebuying process. One thing you’ll need to understand is how to best protect yourself and your investment if anything were to go wrong. Check out the information on home insurance versus home warranty below to educate yourself on your […]

Uncategorized TOP TIPS FOR HOUSE HUNTING ONLINE Hunting for a new home online is a great place to start your search, but it should not be your end all be all. Good listing agents are excellent at highlighting the best features of the home, but keep in mind there may be more than meets the eye. To make the most of your […]

Uncategorized WHAT TO REPAIR BEFORE YOU LIST When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the upmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and fix up some of its possible weaknesses can make a big difference in how fast it sells. Here are our top four recommended repairs to […]

Uncategorized Tips for Winterizing Your Home Now that the temperature has begun to drop, consider these maintenance and end-of-season tasks to help you winterize your home and protect your property. 1. Check the gutters. Prevent ice dams by cleaning out your gutters, installing gutter guards and then secure or replace loose or sagging gutters and downspouts, which can easily be pulled […]

Uncategorized TAKE 5: WHAT TO NEGOTIATE WHEN BUYING A HOUSE Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or a seasoned veteran, the negotiation part of the transaction can be a little daunting and stressful. However, it is necessary to ensure you are getting the best possible deal for your money. So, what should you negotiate when buying a home? Closing costs. Your closing costs are determined […]

Uncategorized PRIORITY TASKS FOR YOUR MOVE IN Moving into a new home is an exciting time, and you’re probably daydreaming about decor and paint schemes and new furniture. But before you get into the fun stuff, there are some basics you should cover first. Change the locks Even if you’re promised that new locks have been installed in your home, you can […]

Uncategorized Prepping Pets For the Move Your moving day is set and it’s time to start preparing. As you’re making your lists and checking them twice, don’t forget to factor in your furry friends. Here are some tips for making sure the process goes smoothly. Medical records. When moving to a different city or state, one of the main things you […]

Uncategorized CREATE THE OFFICE OF YOUR DREAMS CREATE THE HOME OFFICE OF YOUR DREAMS Whether you work full-time at home or occasionally need to conduct business in the evenings or on the weekends, a home office a great way to utilize an extra room. A dedicated workspace in your home can be designed to increase productivity and comfort. Here are 5 ideas […]

Uncategorized YOUR GUIDE TO HOME APPRAISAL Your Guide to the Home Appraisal You’ve found your dream home and now it’s time to cross all your T’s and dot all your I’s before it’s all your own. And one of the first items on your closing checklist the home appraisal. So, what exactly is that? The home appraisal is essentially a value […]

Uncategorized Easy Landscaping DIY Projects Ever get the itch to do a DIY project? Whenever we do, our favorites involve getting outdoors and mixing up our landscaping features. Whether it’s as simple as installing some lighting or a little more time-consuming like re-plotting plants, a fresh look for the lawn always gives your home a fresh look as well. Here […]

Uncategorized Create an Evacuation Plan for Your Pets An evacuation plan is a necessity for every home, especially if you live in an area where fires, earthquakes, hurricanes, flooding, and other disasters are a possibility. Luckily in South Dakota we don’t have to worry about hurricanes. We have had an occasional earthquake but, nothing significant enough to cause any significant damage. Many homeowners […]

Uncategorized What to Repair Before You List When you’re getting ready to list your home, it’s of the upmost importance to ensure you are showing it in the best light. Taking time to highlight its strengths and fix up some of its possible weaknesses can make a big difference in how fast it sells. Here are our top four recommended repairs to […]

Uncategorized HIDDEN FEES TO BE AWARE OF WHEN PURCHASING A HOME Purchasing a home is arguably one of the biggest financial decisions you will make in your lifetime. As you start your hunt, don’t forget there will be other costs associated with your purchase then the price of the home. Here are 5 fees to keep in mind as you begin to budget. Home inspection. This […]