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6/14/2023

The Most Important Things You Absolutely Must Know When Downsizing

A big house requires a lot of money and time for upkeep. Sometimes, people feel they can't do it anymore, especially when they no longer need so much space. Increasingly, many couples, especially those whose children have moved out, are choosing to downsize to a smaller home. However, this sounds much easier than it actually is- there are many factors to take into account, including figuring out
 
6/14/2023

Follow These 6 Roof Maintenance Tips to Make Your Roof Long Lasting

Knowing that after a long day, you can go home and take a rest is one of the best feelings of being a homeowner. The roof always covers a house, and it's always essential to maintain your roof. It's always daunting when you know that you have to replace your
 
6/14/2023

MLSs are Holding Broker's Data Hostage And You Need To Know About It

As a broker, you own your data. Your listings, your sales, your history, your transactions - they all belong to you, even when you enter them into an MLS. So why is getting your data back so difficult?At last June's DOJ/FTC Workshop for Real Estate, Katie Johnson, Chief Counsel of the National Association of REALTORs stated, 'a broker can get their listing data back from an MLS, no questions
 
6/14/2023

New Homeowners | Five Tips And Tricks That Every New Homeowner Needs

Becoming the owner of a home is a very exciting time; there are lots of new things to figure out after closing a deal and moving in. If you're a first-time homeowner, there can be a lot of things that people don't tell you. We've curated some tips and advice for how you can stay on top of home ownership with ease! 1. Change the Locks If you didn't build your new
 
6/14/2023

How to Turn Your House into a "Smart Home" - Tips & Tricks | MyStateMLS

In Back to the Future II, Lea Thompson uses a futuristic microwave to turn a mini pizza into a full pie in a matter of seconds. In Blade Runner 2049, Officer K has a holographic AI at home. And in Total Recall, Arnie's Doug has access to a touchscreen fridge.It turns out cinematic predictions can come pretty close to the real thing. Smart homes are now available beyond the silver screen.
 
6/14/2023

Home Improvement Mistakes to Avoid - Tips & Tricks | MyStateMLS

Home improvements can bring back that 'new home' excitement you felt when you first moved in. Whether it's a fresh new kitchen or that bathroom you've always dreamed about, any renovation is bound to make you feel giddy and excited. Although we know you're itching to make those home improvements, hold fire! Before you start planning, take the time to read this guide we prepared, which will cover
 
6/14/2023

4 selling Costs You Have to Know - Tips & Tricks | MyStateMLS

When you envision selling your house, you imagine how much money you can walk away with after closing a deal. You might invest in some upgrades that raise your property value in hopes of a decent profit. While there are many practical costs to consider, selling your house also costs thousands of dollars in fees and other legal transactions that you need to be aware