15 things you need to know as a New Homeowner

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 13, 2020

After months of house hunting, you finally found the house that fits your budget. Congrats! For many, becoming a homeowner is like living the American Dream. It’s also one of the biggest financial investments anyone will ever make. For this reason, it’s essential for new homeowners to start off right. From finding a reliable handyman…

Increase the Value of your Home by Renovating your Kitchen

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 13, 2020

The kitchen is the heart of the home. When it’s well designed it can elevate the entire look and feel of a property, both in terms of appearance and in terms of functionality. And when it’s not, it can make an entire home feel dated and inefficient—which can be a big problem if you’re thinking…

Recession? Yes. Housing Crash? No.

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 13, 2020

Recession? Yes. Housing Crash? No. | Simplifying The MarketWith over 90% of Americans now under a shelter-in-place order, many experts are warning that the American economy is heading toward a recession, if it’s not in one already. What does that mean to the residential real estate market? What is a recession? According to the National Bureau of Economic Research: “A recession is a […]

How to Buy a Foreclosed House

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 10, 2020

Interested in purchasing a foreclosed house? Houses in foreclosure can be a great deal for renovators, since you can often get a great deal on a property that you were intending to flip anyway. But the process of how to buy a foreclosed house isn’t quite the same as the process of purchasing a traditional…

When to Know when You’re Ready to Be a Homeowner

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 10, 2020

Are you ready to be a homeowner or a first-time homebuyer? Taking the jump from leasing to owning is a significant achievement in numerous individuals’ lives. Not only does it signify that your financial affairs are in order, but it also means you’re finally ready to settle down. Obviously, while possessing a home accompanies a…

What You Can Do to Get Your House Ready to Sell [INFOGRAPHIC]

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 10, 2020

Some Highlights:

Believe it or not, there are lots of things you can do to prep your house for a sale without even going to the store.
Your real estate plans don’t have to be completely on hold even while we’ve hit the pause button on other parts of…

10 Tips for Renovating your Attic

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 9, 2020

Redesigning your home offers numerous advantages. It’s an extraordinary method to increase the value of your home while additionally causing your living space to feel new and energizing. There are a million distinctive remodel choices, from kitchens, rooms, and restrooms, each with remarkable advantages. In any case, remember about your attic. Why should you consider an…

How to Sell your House during the Coronavirus Pandemic

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 9, 2020

Life is changing amazingly quick during the coronavirus pandemic and numerous enterprises are sticking to this same pattern, including real estate. While a few dealers are choosing to pull their homes off the market and attempt to sell at an alternate time, that may not be a possibility for everybody. With that in mind, if…

5 Ideas to design a modern living room in your house

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 9, 2020

The purpose of the living room has changed over time. In the 20th century, it was used for a place to formally entertain guests.  Today, almost no one uses formal living rooms. But that doesn’t mean that this room can’t still have a purpose in every home as a modern sitting room if you know how to…

Why Home Office Space Is More Desirable Than Ever

By Jennifer Ruspini | April 9, 2020

Why Home Office Space Is More Desirable Than Ever | Simplifying The MarketFor years, we’ve all heard about the most desirable home features buyers are looking for, from upgraded kitchens to remodeled bathrooms, master suites, and more. The latest on the hotlist, however, might surprise you: home offices. In a recent article by George Ratiu, Senior Economist with realtor.com, he notes how listings with an office are […]