That boom you heard in Dallas-Fort Worth the last decade? That was real estate activity. According to a new report from StorageCafe, the Dallas Metro ranks No. 1 in the U.S. for the most activity seen in all sectors of real estate over those 10 years. From residential...
As a first-time homebuyer, you know about the big-picture tasks — house hunting, bidding, ordering a home inspection, and signing the closing documents. But those high-stakes to-do items can overshadow some smaller ones, especially if you’re a rookie in the...
When it comes to the anatomy of a home, the kitchen is the heart. It’s where you make meals when entertaining friends, and where you spend lazy weekend mornings baking. So, how do you create a space that strikes the right balance of warmth and functionality? We...
You’ve probably spent hours decluttering your home, removing personal items, and ticking off the boxes on your realtor’s staging checklist. But did you neglect your outdoor spaces? Savvy buyers expect more than a yard with overgrown perennials, so it’s worth...
A home should be a refuge — a calm and inviting place to work, play and unwind. This has become especially true during the pandemic, when many of us are spending more time indoors. But all too often it falls short of that ideal. The clutter piles up, the sofa gets...
We were lucky to catch up with Meleese Hoss recently and have shared our conversation below. Alright, Meleese thanks for taking the time to share your stories and insights with us today. What’s the backstory behind how you came up with the idea for your...
Can’t shake a musty smell from your house? If baked goods in the oven or paint under the sink aren’t your thing, these simple tricks will make your house smell like home in no time. These Are Real Estate Agents’ Secrets for a Nice-Smelling Home (That...
The housing market is becoming an increasingly complicated game for first-time home buyers. Unpredictable interest rates, inventory shortages, and affordability woes mean there’s no clear-cut, one-way route to homeownership. NAR’s latest study shows the creative...
2022’s shaky second half nudged many investors away from housing (at least temporarily). As a result, the lane is now wide open for those jaded buyers who’ve faced far too many bidding wars against investors. The number of homes scooped up by investors fell at a...
Home staging is a delicate art. As is taking photos of staged homes. Before you put your listing online, steal these five tips from a veteran real-estate photographer and help make your home picture-perfect and ready to sell. Curious to see how how my space’s reality...
