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9 Essential Tricks to Keep Summer Pests Away Before They Ruin the Season

9 Essential Tricks to Keep Summer Pests Away Before They Ruin the Season

9 Essential Tricks to Keep Summer Pests Away Before They Ruin the SeasonDianne Sison
Published on: 01/07/2025

Summer brings sunshine, cookouts, and open windows—but it also signals the annual invasion of ants, flies, mosquitoes, and other unwanted guests. If you’re preparing your home for sale, there’s nothing that will sour a buyer’s first impression faster than spotting insects crawling across your countertops or buzzing around a showing.

Home Ownership
8 Tips to Keep Your Home Smelling Fresh This Summer (and Impress Buyers)

8 Tips to Keep Your Home Smelling Fresh This Summer (and Impress Buyers)

8 Tips to Keep Your Home Smelling Fresh This Summer (and Impress Buyers)Dianne Sison
Published on: 27/06/2025

Summer brings bright, cheerful days—and if you're preparing to sell your home, you want to make sure that same brightness extends to the way your home smells. Unfortunately, the heat and humidity of summer can intensify unpleasant odors, making it all the more critical to keep your home smelling fresh.

Home OwnershipHome Selling
6 Shocking Surprises First-Time Owners Discover After Moving In

6 Shocking Surprises First-Time Owners Discover After Moving In

6 Shocking Surprises First-Time Owners Discover After Moving InDianne Sison
Published on: 20/06/2025

Owning a home for the first time is a major life milestone—often full of pride, relief, and excitement. After years of saving for a down payment, navigating financing, and finally receiving the keys, most buyers feel elated. But once the celebration dies down, reality sets in.

Home BuyingHome Ownership
 7 Essential Rug Buying Tips for a Stunning, Stress-Free Space

7 Essential Rug Buying Tips for a Stunning, Stress-Free Space

 7 Essential Rug Buying Tips for a Stunning, Stress-Free SpaceDianne Sison
Published on: 16/06/2025

If you're decorating your home and feeling overwhelmed by the variety of styles, sizes, and colors, these rug buying tips will help take the stress out of the process. Choosing the right rug is more than just picking a pretty pattern—it's about enhancing the look and feel of your entire room.

Home OwnershipRemodeling
Home Price Trends: 5 Surprising Facts Behind the Sales Slip

Home Price Trends: 5 Surprising Facts Behind the Sales Slip

Home Price Trends: 5 Surprising Facts Behind the Sales SlipDianne Sison
Published on: 11/06/2025

In March, the U.S. housing market took a slight hit in terms of transaction volume, yet home price trends continued to defy expectations. According to the latest data, home sales declined by 5.9% compared to the same time last year, totaling an annualized 4.02 million deals.

Home BuyingHome OwnershipHome SellingReal Estate Market
6 Striking Kitchen Cabinet Trends That Will Instantly Elevate Your Space

6 Striking Kitchen Cabinet Trends That Will Instantly Elevate Your Space

6 Striking Kitchen Cabinet Trends That Will Instantly Elevate Your SpaceDianne Sison
Published on: 07/06/2025

As housing markets react to trade tensions and economic news, home sellers need every possible edge. March saw a 6% drop in sales, and cautious buyers are now scrutinizing listings more closely than ever. This is why it’s crucial to showcase your property’s most valuable features—especially the kitchen.

Home OwnershipRemodeling