Our local TV station went out and talked with 86 burglars and asked them what they look for when they broke into homes. The couple of take-away points that they said really deters burglars are: Leave the tv or radio on. Loud barking dogs. Leave a vehicle in the driveway. Make the front and back […]

Measuring square footage of a home is not as easy as it sounds. Do you measure the outside of the foundation and include it in the finished square footage? In this brief article, I'll cover some of the basics of the various methods of measuring, as well as definitions of how we use square footage […]

This year was off to a strong start in the spring but has changed this fall. Normally we have a strong spring market, with a decline around the start of summer, and a small rebound just after labor day. But this year is different. There hasn't been much of a rebound. I talked to several […]

  The Copper Hen Cakery and Kitchen. This restaurant is a Farm-to-Table place that tries to source locally as much as possible. But beyond that, it's fabulous! My wife and I went there on a noon-time date, not knowing what to expect as we were first-timers. The place was quite and mostly empty as we […]

This designation is the first one that I pursued after getting my real estate license. It is a natural fit for me, the technology geek. This course has changed over the years, but it essentially covers: Advanced training in the use of technology The latest in social media Office technology strategies Paperless Agent and electronic […]

As a seller, showings can be very inconvenient. They are disruptive and can cause major schedule headaches. Below you will find a few thoughts on showings and how to help minimize your impact: Have the home in show condition before you leave in the morning. That way if there is a showing during the daytime […]

1. Bad Smells I have been in a number of houses that have big offensive odors. It is a huge turnoff for buyers. These smells can range from cooking odors (curry, or fish), to cat urine, to cigarettes. Sellers often can become immune to their own homes scents. To rid your house of smells may […]