8 Tips for Achieving Maximum Coziness
As winter moves along, you may want to just hibernate until spring and that may be more true than ever this year. But there are some simple ways to find joy in the quieter months of the year. While the trend may have come and gone in the US, the art of hygge, that...
What is APR and How Does It Impact My Mortgage?
If you've ever gone shopping for a home mortgage or refinance you've probably seen an interest rate advertised as, for instance, "Rate: 2.65%; APR: 2.7%." The annual percentage rate (APR) represents the average annual finance charge you'll be paying on the...
Pet Friendly Flooring Options
As a pet owner, you know that accidents can happen. However, your home is probably your biggest investment, so you want to maintain its resale value—and keep it from looking and smelling like a litter box. What are the best options for pet-resistant flooring that...
Houston Summer Camps 2022!
It’s that time of year! Time to sign up your kids for summer camp! Here’s a list of summer camps and the links to assist you! HOUSTON SUMMER CAMPS 2022! St. Francis – https://www.stfrancishouston.org/life-at-st-francis/summer-camps Western Academy for boys...
Homeowners Are Ditching The Tub
Homeowners are looking for large, high-tech bathrooms with sleek color palettes and finishes, according to the Houzz 2017 Bathroom Trends Report. On average, homeowners spent $21,000 to remodel bathrooms exceeding 100 square feet. That cost drops to about $12,300 for...
15 Essential Items to Include in an Emergency Survival Kit
You can’t predict the future or control the toll that a fire, hurricane, or flood takes on your home. But you can take steps to ensure that you’re prepared in the event you get stuck in your house after a natural disaster strikes. When it comes to being prepared,...
Tips on the Real Estate Closing Process
Before you sign on the dotted lines, ask yourself these six crucial questions. 1. WHAT AM I BUYING? Make sure you have done your due diligence and inspected the property thoroughly. This could be the biggest investment you ever make (emotionally as well as...
Don’t Forget to Budget for Closing Costs
When buying a home, it’s important to have a budget and make sure you plan ahead for certain homebuying expenses. Saving for a down payment is the main cost that comes to mind for many, but budgeting for the closing costs required to get a mortgage...
The Incredible Joy of Owning Your Own Home
If you haven't bought a home yet, you're missing out on a wonderful feeling! That moment when you walk through your doors, throw your purse or keys on the floor, plop down on your couch and breathe a sigh of relief while thinking, "finally, it's ours (or mine)!" is...
What to Consider When Hiring a Cleaning Service
As a realtor, I can tell you that even the most well-maintained home will seem dingy if the carpets are dirty. Prospective buyers don’t want to feel as if they are walking through your home – they want to imagine the house as their own. The most important benefit...