Author Archives: BMA2024
How to Save on Utility Bills
In our eco-conscious (and money-conscious) age, there’s really no excuse for wasting energy at home.
The Impact of Low Inventory on the Fall Housing Market
Real estate continues to be called the ‘bright spot’ in the current economy, but there’s one thing that may hold the housing market back from achieving its full potential this year: the lack of homes for sale. Buyers are actively searching for and purchasing homes, looking to capitalize on today’s historically low interest rates, but there […]
Using Social Media to Inspire Your Decor Choices
The longest-running peril of social media continues to be the omnipresent misperception of those around you based on their own “selective sharing.”
3 Tips to Prep a Home for a 360 Virtual Tour
Buyers and sellers alike want options to view homes remotely and keep everyone involved in a transaction as safe as possible.
How to use a mortgage gift fund for your down payment | Betty Most Agency
Down payment gifts, or mortgage gift funds, are increasing in popularity as more and more first-time homebuyers enter the market.
6 Easy Ways To Organize Your Kitchen That’ll Make Cooking Less Stressful
Whether you’re following a new recipe, preparing multiple dishes at once or simply desire to cook in a clean, stress-free environment, organization is key.
Tips for Moving with Dogs, Cats or Other Pets
After you’ve completed your home sale with pets, there are some things to keep in mind as you move into a new property with your furry friend. Moving homes can be a confusing time for your pets, but there are tips you can implement to make the transition for your animals as seamless as possible.
Five Questions to Ask at an Open House
If you’re a homebuyer attending open houses, it’s important to know the etiquette — and good questions to ask
Can You Own a Home Even if You Have Student Loan Debt?
If your goal is to own a house, keep in mind that four in 10 first-time homebuyers are paying off student loans. So, buying a home with debt is possible.
Should You Renovate Your Bathroom Before Selling?
If your bathroom hasn’t been updated at all since 1968, it may be time to replace everything from the pea-green countertops to the dingy bathtub.
How You Can Avoid Home and Finance-Related Scams
Scammers are targeting everyone and seem to zero in particularly on seniors.
How to Make a Small Room Look Larger
Here are insights you can use to decorate, design, and declutter the small rooms in your home to make them look bigger and appear more spacious.
United Against Racial Injustice
Our hearts go out to the family and friends of George Floyd, and to everyone in our communities deeply impacted by this grave injustice.
How to Choose Between Two Great Homes
Here are insights you can use as you choose between multiple properties for sale in Minnesota and western Wisconsin.
Six Questions to Ask Before Selling Your Home
Whether you’re hoping to sell your current home and merge households or downsize — or move into a new property that you’ve had your sights set on, there are some things you should ask yourself. Here are insights you can use when considering selling your home. Not only will these six questions guide your first steps, but they’ll also […]