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6/16/2023

Upgrade Your Home | Tips for Restoring an Old and Outdated House

Whether you're in the business of flipping houses or just bought yourself a fixer-upper, it never hurts to know a few good tips for restoring an old house. Since technology has advanced and we've learned better practices, many old homes have become relics of their time and present unique challenges. Allow us to offer a few of these tips to help you successfully
 
6/16/2023

Updates to Make Around the House for Remote Work | MyStateMLS

The coronavirus pandemic sparked a mass migration of employees into the remote work world. Practically overnight, tens of millions of workers found themselves doing their best to balance their personal and professional lives as they worked from home. As the months dragged on, more and more companies realized the cost-saving, productive,
 
6/16/2023

The Impacts Of E-Commerce On The Real Estate Industry

The rise of digitization is undeniably changing the way people live and work. Instead of newspapers and magazines, people are most likely seen with eyes fixed and noses stuck onto mobile devices and tablets. Instead of paperbacks and hard bounds, people store e-books in digital libraries. The rise of e-commerce is significantly changing and displacing the brick-and-mortar solutions of
 
6/16/2023

13 Amenities to Look For in Your Next Apartment | MyStateMLS

If youâ€re moving to a new apartment or you're going to be renting your very first property, you might be a little overwhelmed. Besides choosing the area you want to live in, youâ€ll also need to find a place that fits your budget and lifestyle. If you have pets, for example, it's important to find a space
 
6/16/2023

The Top Five Pros and Cons To Buying A Condo In Today's World

Maybe you are taking your first step, if not delving further, into homeownership this 2020. Are you considering investing in rental properties? You might be wondering if condo units are still a good idea for home property investment in 2020.A condo or a condominium unit is a part of a building community. Each unit is separately owned by different individuals who are either building
 
6/16/2023

Great Home Improvement Ideas You Can Do During Social Distancing

Stuck at home and trying to keep from going stir crazy? If you've already worked through your list of 'finish someday' projects for your home or need ideas on where to start, here are our top projects to keep you busy during stay at home orders. 1. Get the Lawn and Garden Ready Need some fresh air? Spend some time in the garden or on the balcony getting your
 
6/16/2023

The Ultimate Guide to Moving Out For the First Time | MyStateMLS

Moving out for the first time is never easy, but itâ€s a vital part of growing up. Rather than avoiding the upcoming move, properly preparing for it will help you start the next stage of your life on the right foot. In order to avoid unnecessary stress and rookie moving mistakes, you need to prepare both yourself and your family for moving out. This may seem like a big project, but don't
 
6/16/2023

Keep Your Basement Dry With These Very Simple Tips and Tricks

Whether you just bought your home, planning to stay in your current home for the foreseeable future, or thinking about selling, prioritizing basic home maintenance is key. For example, water should never be entering your basement and damaging it. However, since
 
6/16/2023

8 Unexpected Household Items that Need Insurance | MyStateMLS

Especially this time of year, you may be taking a look around at all of the items piling up in your home. Think about how you would feel if all of those items disappeared in one fell swoop. There are some items that you would barely miss, but others would be financially devastating to lose, especially if you had to replace them. These are the household items that you need to