Key insights:
Determine whether moving into one of your existing homes or a completely new space is best for your family.
By making an effort to keep things equal between children, you’ll set yourself up for a more successful move.
Moves can be emotional, especially when they are coupled with families merging. Check up on your kids and their feelings during this time.
As you’ve probably noticed, the good weather has arrived! And we’re sure you’ve also noticed that your office is still operating as if it’s not beautiful outside. You’re stuck inside, staring at a stock image of a beach as your desktop background while your social media feeds get filled with photos of tropical getaways, Summer Friday activities, and tan lines.
Typically, high-traffic areas in the home tend to get the most love and attention. Kitchens and living rooms are constantly being invested in and renovated. However, it’s important to keep your bedroom up-to-date so it can be a restful and enjoyable space. After all, you do spend most nights there.
Whether you watch the nightly news or read the daily papers, you may have heard about a new home buying model known as “iBuying.” iBuyers tend to be larger investment firms that make fast offers to home sellers, based on a home value that’s generated by their proprietary algorithms.
Seventy-nine percent of consumers say that a lawn is an important feature when renting or buying home. Many consumers are even ranking a nicely sized yard as the second most important home feature, only behind a renovated kitchen, according to a new survey released by the National Association of Landscape Professionals.