Selling a home usually requires various investments along the way. In fact, some of the most common house selling costs include: 1. Lawn Care Maintaining a neat, tidy lawn is crucial, particularly for a seller who wants to stir up significant interest in his or her residence. As such, it generally is a good idea to account for lawn...

Photo by Lee via Pixabay Putting a new mailbox up? Be sure to follow the official guidance from the U.S. Postal Service.® Here are a few rules, tips, and suggestions to make your mail carrier's day a little smoother. Putting Up a New Mailbox USPS-approved mailboxes have Postmaster General (PMG) approval labels. Have your post office approve your...

Photo by Binyamin Mellish from Pexels Termites are one of the worst possible nightmares you can face as a homeowner. These common insects can cause major structural damage right under your nose and eventually lead to thousands of dollars in repairs. Because they live in underground nests and inside the foundation of the home, it can be difficult...

Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay Booming housing markets are obviously bad news for buyers, especially if they're afraid they're about to buy smack dab in the middle of a bubble. However, there are also reasons why residents and even home sellers should fear housing booms as well. When a city or town undergoes rapid growth due to...

Image by Photographee.eu from Shutterstock Having a beautiful home is wonderful, but having a beautiful home with an elegant and functional kitchen is fantastic. Updated kitchen décor and finishes are an on-trend way to create a warm gathering place for friends and family. A real wood countertop is a top option for perfecting the natural kitchen décor motif....

Image by F. Muhammad from Pixabay Before you commit your hard-earned money to a luxury home, make sure you know what you're purchasing. Just because a house has a high price doesn’t mean it’s truly luxury. A luxury home is built better and has more space and amenities in it than other homes. Even a home with the...

Image by Jan Vašek from Pixabay One of the biggest hurdles people face when looking for a home is applying for a mortgage. While applying for a mortgage is relatively straightforward, finding favorable terms might be more challenging. Many buyers are surprised by how broad the terms of a mortgage might be. With this in mind, it is...

Image by Andrey Popov from Shutterstock Window sealants are sealing materials used to fill in cracks, holes, or openings around windows. A good seal is essential for protecting your windows’ lifespan. Gaps around a window let in the elements and end up increasing your energy bill. For home maintenance, preparing for the next season, or getting your house...

This St Augustine Shores Pool home is ready for a new owner. It has so many great features: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, a large screened patio with pool, vaulted ceilings, stackable screen on garage door, built in shelving in garage. The backyard has an extended sun patio with firepit, a storage shed and a roll out awning for extra sun shade. Seller had custom cabinetry added in kitchen, a murphy bed with shelves in bedroom 2 makes a great office. Recent updates include: irrigation system, new pool pump, garage door, garage door opener, painted all bedrooms, new carpet, stained fence and electrical panel. Within the last 5 years all of the...

This St Augustine Shores Pool home is ready for a new owner. It has so many great features: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, a large screened patio with pool, vaulted ceilings, stackable screen on garage door, built in shelving in garage. The backyard has an extended sun patio with firepit, a storage shed and a roll out awning for extra sun shade. Seller had custom cabinetry added in kitchen, a murphy bed with shelves in bedroom 2 makes a great office. Recent updates include: irrigation system, new pool pump, garage door, garage door opener, painted all bedrooms, new carpet, stained fence and electrical panel. Within the last 5 years all of the...

Why wait to build? This adorable St. Johns County home is only a year old and move in ready. It is situated on a large cul-de-sac lot that has plenty of room for a pool. Loaded with upgrades for a home in this price range: quartz countertops, white kitchen cabinets, tile floors throughout the main living areas, gas range, custom backsplash, shiplap gas fireplace, upgraded light fixtures, coffered ceilings in family room, frameless shower and square sinks in the master, washer and dryer stay, tiled screened lanai. Home is steps away from Beacon Lake's multi-million dollar amenity center. This community is anchored by a 43-acre paddle...

This St Augustine Shores Pool home is ready for a new owner. It has so many great features: 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms, a large screened patio with pool, vaulted ceilings, stackable screen on garage door, built in shelving in garage. The backyard has an extended sun patio with firepit, a storage shed and a roll out awning for extra sun shade. Seller had custom cabinetry added in kitchen, a murphy bed with shelves in bedroom 2 makes a great office. Recent updates include: irrigation system, new pool pump, garage door, garage door opener, painted all bedrooms, new carpet, stained fence and electrical panel. Within the last 5 years all of the...