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Posted on 10/19/2020

Image by LaterJay Photography from Pixabay Many people believe a green thumb is required to grow indoor plants. Or, they’ll hesitate to add some greenery to their home’s décor because they think they’re too busy to care for them or they don’t have enough space. Fortunately, even if you lack the magic touch when it comes to plants,...

Plants

Indoor Plants

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Posted on 10/12/2020

How To Complete Your Post-Winter Checklist

Every winter, your home faces harsh weather, and it may benefit you to examine your home during the warmer months for any areas that may need maintenance to avoid excessive and costly repairs to your home during or after the winter. Here are few things to check before the snow starts to fall.1. The Roof: Excess snowfall on...

Posted on 10/05/2020

Buyers: How to Avoid Hindsight Frustrations

Photo by GaudiLab via Shutterstock In the rush and excitement to find the perfect home and make it yours, there are some things best learned beforehand rather than through hindsight. Here are some suggestions from first-time homebuyers that would have made the entire process less challenging. Know where you stand. If you plan to buy a home, even...

Posted on 09/28/2020

How Conforming Loan Limit Increase Affects the Jumbo Market

Image by Arek Socha from Pixabay If you bought a house that was over $484,350 prior to 2020, you had to get a jumbo loan, which is a non-conforming loan. The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) increased the limit on conforming loans to $510,400 in most areas. The FHFA also increased the loan limit to $765,600 in some...

Posted on 09/21/2020

How Much Money Do You Need to Sell a Home?

Ultimately, the amount of money an individual requires during the home selling journey varies. If you intend to sell a house, it often is a good idea to plan ahead for any expenses you may encounter along the way. Because if you fail to account for potential house selling costs, you may struggle to seamlessly navigate the property selling...

Selling Your Home

Tips On Selling

Posted on 09/14/2020

Key Things You Need to Consider Before You Attend an Open House

An open house enables a buyer to check out a residence in-person and determine if this home matches or exceeds his or her expectations. However, a buyer who fails to plan ahead for an open house may struggle to make the most of this opportunity. Ultimately, there are several things you need to consider before you attend an open...

Posted on 09/07/2020

5 Ways to Incorporate Bright Colors into Your Home (without overwhelming a room)

Photo by Ferenc Keresi via Pixabay Color can – and should – be used to decorate your home, but for most of us, too much bright color is more obnoxious than invigorating. Those screaming bright yellow walls may look amazing in the magazine spread, but you may not be prepared to live with that much color in your...

Posted on 08/31/2020

Steps to Submitting an Offer

Photo by RawPixel via Pixabay You and your agent invested hours, days, weeks and even months searching for the right house. Time spent visiting open houses. But now all your efforts pay off. You’ve found the one. It’s the right size, the right neighborhood and within the budget parameters. This is the home of your dreams. It’s time...

Buying

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Posted on 08/24/2020

Pool Side: Dry Off with DIY Towel Racks

Photo by Engin Akyurt from Pexels The stunning tile, the landscaping and even the pool itself -- you spent a lot of time and money to make this the most delightful and attention getting part of your home. All that work could go to waste, though, if the pool area itself looks messy and unkempt. Few things look...

Posted on 10/25/2020

616 S Woodland Street, Orange, CA 92869 is now new to the market!

Listed by Boydstun Rlty & Prop Mngmt Inc - DRE# 01446104

Welcome to the world of Eichler! This mid-century modern design created by Anshen and Allen, is a C-Shaped floor plan that is surrounded by walls of glass and captures the sophisticated indoor-outdoor living. All of the glass brings in the natural light and embraces the large atrium and outdoor spaces. A large private backyard is deep and has mature landscaping. Modern day features include: an energy efficient foam roof, dual heating and air conditioning systems, luxury vinyl plank flooring, spacious layout, block fireplace, large atrium and a 2 car garage with barn doors. This home has stunning architectural design for today's modern...

Posted on 09/14/2020

Video Tour - 10841 Danberry Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92840

Listed by Boydstun Rlty & Prop Mngmt Inc - DRE# 01446104

You'll enjoy living on this quiet and well kept cul de sac street. Entering the home into an entry area with living room, dining area, kitchen with room for a breakfast table and 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths. 2 car attached garage with laundry hook ups on the side, extra wide driveway, large backyard with storage shed and numerous fruit trees. There is a step down family room addition which was put on 30 years ago (not permitted) that is carpeted and would be a great game room, man cave, or play room for kids. House has hardwood floors that have been covered with carpet and tile. This would be a great home for a...

Posted on 09/14/2020

10841 Danberry Drive, Garden Grove, CA 92840 is now new to the market!

Listed by Boydstun Rlty & Prop Mngmt Inc - DRE# 01446104

You'll enjoy living on this quiet and well kept cul de sac street. Entering the home into an entry area with living room, dining area, kitchen with room for a breakfast table and 3 Bedrooms 1.5 Baths. 2 car attached garage with laundry hook ups on the side, extra wide driveway, large backyard with storage shed and numerous fruit trees. There is a step down family room addition which was put on 30 years ago (not permitted) that is carpeted and would be a great game room, man cave, or play room for kids. House has hardwood floors that have been covered with carpet and tile. This would be a great home for a...