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6/12/2023

The Most Important Things to Look for in a Responsible Moving Company

With millions of people relocating each year, the moving industry is booming. Consequently, the number of moving companies is continually increasing. With a wide selection of services on the market, you need to choose wisely. Poor handling of your possessions is a significant problem, but you can also easily come across a moving scam. We've put together a list of our top tips to find a
 
6/12/2023

4 High-End Amenities to Include in Apartment Listings | MyStateMLS

As an apartment property owner, you want to attract tenants to live in your buildings and to retain them once they are there. One way to accomplish this is by including luxurious facilities and services that improve convenience and the overall lifestyle of residents. Think about adding some of these high-end amenities to include in an apartment that will bolster your property's
 
6/12/2023

What To Do If Rejected for a Loan Because of your Child's Student Debt

Help! I found the perfect house. My husband and I make enough money to afford it, but we got turned down for the loan because we cosigned for our child's student loans. The loans are deferred while our child is in school, so we can't prove that the they are paying their loans off.Now what? This is a common problem with the rising costs associated
 
6/12/2023

3 Steps to Reduce Your Debt and Get That Mortgage! | MyStateMLS

Owning a home doesn't have to be more expensive than renting! In some areas, mortgage payments can be cheaper than rent. Even if you have a great rental, the idea of owning something of your own is tempting. Having close neighbors, the inability to make changes, and other inconveniences of rental life can make it hard for rentals to truly feel like home.If you are thinking of buying a home
 
6/12/2023

Selling A Home To A Younger Generation | What Millennials Look for In a Home

Compared to older generations, millennials are in a unique position when it comes to real estate. While those from the silent generation and the baby boomers were able to feasibly buy homes, millennials face a plethora of overwhelming
 
6/12/2023

"Silver Tsunami", Baby Boomers Leave the Market

Controlling over1/3 of homes and 2/3 of home equity, Baby Boomers are a huge force in the real estate market. Half of this generation has hit retirement age, and the remainder are alreadyconsidering their plans after leaving the workforce. Missed Us Live? Catch the Replay. With such ahuge shift in lifestylecoming, this generation
 
6/12/2023

3 Summer Home Improvement Projects That Are Essential | MyStateMLS

Summer has arrived. You can finally catch a tan while lying in the sun, enjoy a melty ice cream cone, and simply relax. Yet, as tempting as it may be, try not to be a couch potato all summer long. You can be productive by tackling these essential summer home improvement projects. These renovations may even increase the value of your home when you decide to sell.
 
6/12/2023

In the News | Policy changes will offer real estate agents more freedom

We're in the Herald-Standard! The National Association of REALTORs MLS of Choice Rule will give agents more freedom when it comes to how they conduct their business, and consumers are taking notice.Our founder, Dawn Pfaff, was interviewed by the Herald-Standard for their piece on the rule and our changing industry. Read