Saving for a house might seem difficult, especially as the economy continues to fluctuate. However, that doesn’t mean you have to give up on your home buying dreams! If you want to take your first steps towards homeownership, we have a few simple tricks that can help you build your savings account. How to Save […] Are you stuck at home and looking to take on a DIY project? If you have an extra room or a small nook that you just don’t know how to use, try tackling a mini home makeover! Here are some out-of-the-box ways to transform surplus flex space into a room that you’ll actually use…and will […] If you’ve been thinking about buying or selling a home in the near future, the unprecedented events of the last few weeks might have left you feeling a bit uncertain. COVID-19 has undoubtedly affected all of our lives, but that doesn’t mean you need to press pause on your real estate dreams. We want to […] The days are getting longer, temperatures are starting to climb, and the trees are finally starting to turn green again. As spring approaches, it’s a great time to freshen up your decor and add a splash of color to your space. Looking for some quick, easy, and affordable design tips? Here are a few ways […] Getting preapproved for a loan is one of the most important steps to buying a home—and, in fact, it should be one of the very first steps you take if you’re serious about buying. But what does it mean to get “preapproved”… and why does it matter? Get Preapproved—It Matters! When you get “preapproved” for […] When buying a home, who you choose to work with matters more than you think. Finding the right agent can make or break your entire experience, so it’s important to interview a few candidates before settling on “the one.” Not sure where to start? Here are a few must-ask questions to consider before you pick […] New York City has long been an American icon of glitz, glamor, and a little bit of grit, a city filled to the gills with possibility, with opportunity, a place where dreams can just as easily be made as broken. Since its origins, the Big Apple has drawn entrepreneurs and idealists alike, and over the […] If you’re getting ready to sell your home, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to impress buyers. In fact, making just a few small changes can have a lasting impact and help you secure a sale. Here are four easy, low-budget projects you can do on your own—and buyers will love the […] Buying a home takes time. There’s a lot more that goes into buying than renting—it’s a costly venture, and likely a long-term one, so you want to make sure you’re finding a financially and personally good fit. If you’re planning on buying in 2020, now’s the time to get started planning! Prepare for Buying in […] If you ask a homeowner what it was like to buy their first home, they’ll probably mention a few things they’d change if they could do it all again. While it’s impossible to know everything about the home-buying process beforehand, you can still prepare yourself for what lies ahead—and figure out how to avoid some […]
All posts by Carla Vonbyrden
5 Easy Ways to Save Up for a New Home
4 Ways to Maximize the Potential of Your Home’s Flex Space
How COVID-19 Is Impacting Real Estate
5 Ways to Freshen Up Your Decor for Spring
5 Reasons to Get Preapproved Before You Start Home Shopping
The Top 10 Questions to Ask When Choosing a Buyer’s Agent
5 Ways the Gold Coast Beats the Big Apple
4 Easy, Low-Budget Projects Buyers Will Love
Buying in 2020? Here’s How to Get Started… Now!
4 Tips to Ace Your First Home Purchase
