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Posted on 05/31/2020

What to Consider When You Evaluate Different Offers for Your Home

Image by Free-Photos from Pixabay Whether it is a seller's market or you just have an appealing home, you could end up with multiple offers -- how can you decide which offer is best? Your agent is an excellent source of information and can help widdle through unqualified buyers, but if you still have to choose between multiple...

Seller Tips

Home Seller

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Posted on 05/24/2020

Keep Your Pets Safe at Home

Image by Irina from Unsplash Whether you have young pets or older ones, there are certain household hazards to be aware of. Puppies and kittens can get into trouble while exploring different parts of your home out of curiosity. Adult dogs and cats can also end up getting hurt or sick from common household dangers for pets. Keep...

Home Safety

Pet Safety

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Posted on 05/17/2020

Spring Interior Design Ideas for Your Home

Photo by Vlada Karpovich from Pexels Spring offers an ideal time to spruce up your home and give it a lighter and more cheerful look for the season. If your home has been filled with heavier materials and darker tones all winter long, take advantage of this time to brighten it up. Whether you’re thinking of making big...

Interior Design

Decorating Tips

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Posted on 05/10/2020

Add a Water Feature to Your Landscape

Photo by Nikki Ovadia via Pixabay If fountains are the only elements that come to mind when someone mentions adding water features to your outdoor entertainment area, you're in for a treat. Today's water features come in so many more options: Man-made ponds, water walls, rain curtains, scuppers and jets are only several choices you have when it...

Home Improvements

Landscape

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Posted on 05/03/2020

Add a Touch of Nostalgia by Using Vintage Tinware as Planters

Photo by Sabine van Erp via Pixabay There's a certain nostalgia associated with genuine vintage tins -- not the replicas you find at today's one-dollar stores. Genuine vintage tins had real purpose, usually multiple ones, in fact. They did double duty as tubs to wash both children and laundry. Or, sometimes, they held both lunch food and school...

DIY

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Posted on 04/26/2020

What to Expect After You List a California Luxury Residence

After you list your luxury home in Beverly Hills, San Francisco or elsewhere in California, one of several things may occur. In some instances, sellers instantly stir up lots of interest in their residences. Or, in other cases, sellers may struggle to garner buyers' attention. When it comes to listing a Golden State luxury residence, it generally helps to...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

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Posted on 04/19/2020

Common Types of Mortgages and Their Benefits

Image by mohamed Hassan from Pixabay Most homebuyers take out a mortgage when they purchase a house, and there are several different types of mortgages to choose from. Here are some of the more common mortgage options and the benefits of each one. Conventional 30-Year Fixed Mortgages Perhaps the standard starting point for a mortgage is the conventional...

Loans

Home Loan

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Posted on 04/12/2020

DIY: Using Concrete Pavers in Your Yard

Image by Bronisław Dróżka from Pixabay For anyone who is intimidated by the idea of working with garden pavers, for those who may think they are tools only for professionals experienced in masonry, be assured that you too can beautify your garden and yard with these smooth finishing touches. Perfect for taming and refining wild, overgrown areas, concrete...

Outdoor Living

Home Garden

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Posted on 04/05/2020

Is a Smart Home Gadget Right for You?

A smart home device may prove to be a time (and money) saver. However, not all smart house devices are ideal for all homeowners. If you select a smart home gadget that fails to accommodate your day-to-day needs, you risk wasting time and resources on a device that delivers little to no return on investment. Ultimately, it helps to...

Smart Home Technology

Smart Home

Posted on 03/29/2020

How Much Time Should You Spend Searching for a House?

Generally, the length of the homebuying journey depends on the individual. In some instances, a buyer will purchase the first house that he or she views in-person. Or, in other cases, it may take a buyer several weeks or months to find a house that matches his or her expectations. There is no need to rush the homebuying journey....

Buying A Home

Buyer Tips

Posted on 03/22/2020

Choosing the Right Mortgage Type

Photo by Alexander Stein via PixabayWhen it comes to a mortgage, most of us think of the same standard product; the 15 or 30 year conventional mortgage offered by banks and lenders. This is not the only mortgage option you have, though. Depending on your personal history and circumstances you may qualify for an attractive mortgage with lower...

FHA

Loans

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Posted on 03/20/2020

211 E California Avenue #B5, Glendale, CA 91206 now has a new price of $1,775!

Great End Unit! with only one shared wall. Excellent location in the vibrant heart of revitalized Downtown Glendale, two blocks from Brand Blvd. near the Americana and the Glendale Galleria. Dining, shopping, and transit with easy access to the 134 Freeway & the Metro. Wonderful 2-bedroom, 1 bath condo. Features include beautiful flooring, ample closet space, bright and spacious living room as well as a balcony. Please note, the only bathroom is in the master bedroom. Complex features a court yard and a common area with a BBQ and lounge chairs as well as a laundry facility as there is no individual washer/dryer in the units. Unit comes with...

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