According to the National Association of Realtors, staging a home prior to listing it can result in a faster and more profitable sale.1 In fact, the Real Estate Staging Association estimates that professionally staged properties spend 73 percent less time on the market, receive more foot traffic, and typically sell for more money.2 Source: National … » Learn More about 10 Staging Secrets From the Pros for a Quick Home Sale at Top Dollar
Tips for Homeowners
Vinegar: Your Household Secret Weapon
Did you know there is one item in your pantry that can do it all? This secret weapon can whiten your laundry whites, wash your windows and mirrors, drive out pests, eliminate odors, remove stains, and clean your surfaces. Let me introduce your secret weapon, vinegar.
Home Care Myths
With all the tips and tricks out there for how to care for your home, how do you know what’s really true. Let’s debunk 8 of those myths that turned out to be full of hot air.
Simple Tricks to Crank Up Your Curb Appeal
First impressions set the tone for a home tour and these days your first impression is often that front photo of your home online. Prospective buyers should encounter an attractive, welcoming place before they even walk through the doorway. Here are some tips to crank up your home’s curb appeal. De-clutter the porch. Lose the extra … » Learn More about Simple Tricks to Crank Up Your Curb Appeal
Low Cost, Big Impact Updates for Your Home
You should see the look on people’s faces when I suggest that their home would benefit from some updates. They quickly become deflated, overwhelmed and confused. Please remember, it’s not personal, it’s my job. Our goal is to make your home shine and sell for the best possible price. Consider making some of the updates below before … » Learn More about Low Cost, Big Impact Updates for Your Home
Have an Irrigation System? It May Be Time for an Inspection
Do you have a residential irrigation system installed in your yard? It may be time for an inspection!
Direct from the Top Producers Council: Top Sherwin-Williams Interior Paint and Trim Colors
The Top Producers Council provides Renée with valuable industry networking and insights on trends in the local and national marketplace, like a recent showcase of the top interior paint and trim colors from Sherwin-Williams!
Homeowner’s Checklist: First Freeze of the Season
Besides shopping for chili and hot chocolate supplies, here are a few best practices to check off your homeowner “to do” list before the temperatures dip below freezing.
10 Tips to Make Your Next Move Easier
Having just moved my family and all of our belongings into a new home just across town here in Raleigh, I learned a few new moving tips and life hacks!
How to Pack a Storage Unit Like a Pro
Follow Hillman Real Estate Group’s storage unit packing tips to make the best use possible of your climate controlled storage unit.
