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Unlocking New Homebuying Opportunities: The Power of Remote Work in Expanding Your Horizons

In recent years, remote work has revolutionized the way we work, offering professionals the flexibility to work from the comfort of their homes or in hybrid work environments. As some companies transition back to the office, the popularity of remote work remains strong among many professionals. This trend has opened up a world of opportunities […]
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3 Secrets for a Low Maintenance Garden

Whether you’re a gardening beginner or just want more weekends free from plant chores, there are plenty of ways to create a low maintenance garden. By choosing the right plants and using the right tools, you can have a lush and beautiful garden with less effort. Try these tips for creating a low maintenance garden […]
Real Estate

4 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home

Are you planning to buy a home this summer? Though things are more balanced than they were at the height of the pandemic, it’s still a sellers’ market. So, when you find the home you want to buy, remember these four tips to make your best offer. 1. Lean on a Real Estate Professional Rely […]
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Try These Budget-Friendly Home Remodeling Tips

Home remodeling doesn’t have to break the bank. No matter what you’re trying to update in your home, there are ways to save money while still making a big impact. Whether you’re redecorating your dining room or demolishing walls to create more usable space, here are some basic tips for home remodeling on a budget: […]

Real Estate Unlocking New Homebuying Opportunities: The Power of Remote Work in Expanding Your Horizons In recent years, remote work has revolutionized the way we work, offering professionals the flexibility to work from the comfort of their homes or in hybrid work environments. As some companies transition back to the office, the popularity of remote work remains strong among many professionals. This trend has opened up a world of opportunities […]

Home Improvement 3 Secrets for a Low Maintenance Garden Whether you’re a gardening beginner or just want more weekends free from plant chores, there are plenty of ways to create a low maintenance garden. By choosing the right plants and using the right tools, you can have a lush and beautiful garden with less effort. Try these tips for creating a low maintenance garden […]

Real Estate 4 Tips for Making Your Best Offer on a Home Are you planning to buy a home this summer? Though things are more balanced than they were at the height of the pandemic, it’s still a sellers’ market. So, when you find the home you want to buy, remember these four tips to make your best offer. 1. Lean on a Real Estate Professional Rely […]

Home Improvement Try These Budget-Friendly Home Remodeling Tips Home remodeling doesn’t have to break the bank. No matter what you’re trying to update in your home, there are ways to save money while still making a big impact. Whether you’re redecorating your dining room or demolishing walls to create more usable space, here are some basic tips for home remodeling on a budget: […]

Home Improvement Protect Your Home: A Basic Guide to Smart Locks Locking the house is one of the first methods of security most people use. Having a secure lock can make all the difference in keeping your home and possessions safe. Here’s a basic guide into the world of smart locks and why they may be a great addition to your home. Smart door locks, what […]

Lifestyle Top Garage Safety Tips Your garage offers a convenient place to keep your vehicle safe, store tools and gardening supplies and work on a wide range of projects. The following tips can help you improve the safety of your garage to lower the risk of injuries or other harm to you and your household. Keep hazardous materials locked up […]

Real Estate What Buyer Activity Tells Us About the Housing Market Though the housing market is no longer experiencing the frenzy of a year ago, buyers are showing their interest in purchasing a home. According to U.S. News: “Housing markets have cooled slightly, but demand hasn’t disappeared, and in many places remains strong largely due to the shortage of homes on the market.” That activity can […]

#KnipeLife The Role of Access in Selling Your House Once you’ve made the decision to sell your house and have hired a real estate agent to help, they’ll ask how much access to your home you want to give potential buyers. Your answer matters more now than it did in recent years. Here’s why. At the height of the buying frenzy seen during the […]

Real Estate Tips for creating a budget for home expenses As a new homeowner, one of the first important tasks to accomplish is making a budget for home expenses. The homebuying process had a budget, but now it’s time to think about taking care of your home and enjoying it to the fullest. To help you get started on making a household budget, here is […]

#KnipeLife Designing a small space: How to decorate a small bedroom Designing a small space can be challenging. When you want to add style and comfort to a room with little square footage, every design decision becomes more important. Small bedrooms can be especially tricky to decorate without making them feel cramped. To help, here are some ideas for decorating a small bedroom: Layout matters If […]

Home Improvement 7 Trending Interior Design Ideas Designers are always finding new ways to explore and celebrate modern design. New trends are emerging every day and can provide excellent inspiration for home interiors and exteriors alike. If you’re interested in giving your interior design a fresh update, here are some of the biggest trends in modern design right now: Rattan Rattan has […]

#KnipeLife How to Add Marble to Your Home Decor Marble has always been a luxurious choice for interior finishes. However, while it remains an expensive choice, it’s much more accessible and easy to use in everyday homes than before. If you can splurge on marble finishes, the choice can increase the value of your home and create a sense of luxury in your life. […]

Home Improvement DIY: 6 Simple Home Repairs Knowing how to do some home repairs can help you save money and time. Instead of having to wait for professional repairs to be done, you can tackle these on your own. While it’s best to leave major repairs to professionals, consider trying the following simple DIY repairs. Torn Screens When your window screens have […]

#KnipeLife Equity Gains for Today’s Homeowners Today’s homeowners are sitting on significant equity, even as home price appreciation has eased recently. If you’re a homeowner, your net worth got a boost over the past few years thanks to rising home prices. Here’s what it means for you, even as the market moderates. How Equity Has Grown in Recent Years Because of the […]

Real Estate Why It May Be Time To Add Newly Built Homes to Your Search If you put a pause on your home search because you weren’t sure where you’d go once you sold your house, it might be a good time to get back into the market. If you’re willing to work with a trusted agent to consider a newly built home, you may have even more options and incentives […]

#KnipeLife Getting started with outdoor decor No matter the size or shape of your yard or patio, it’s helpful to know the basics of using outdoor decor. You can decorate for specific occasions or change the entire aesthetic of your space in myriad ways – many without breaking the bank. Here are some common questions about decorating outdoors and tips to […]

Lifestyle More People Are Finding the Benefits of Multigenerational Households Today If you’re thinking of buying a home and living with siblings, parents, or grandparents, then multigenerational living may be for you. The Pew Research Center defines a multigenerational household as a home with two or more adult generations. And the number of individuals choosing multigenerational living has increased over the past 50 years. As you consider this […]

#KnipeLife Why It’s Easy To Fall in Love with Homeownership No matter how the housing market changes, there are some things about owning a home that never change—like the personal benefits it can provide. When you own your home, you likely feel a sense of attachment because of the comfort it gives and also because it’s a space that’s truly yours. Over the last few years, we’ve fully […]

Home Improvement Are Raised Brick Flower Gardens The Right Choice for Your Landscape? Although ground-level perennial flowers and native grasses enhance any landscape, hardscape elements make a significant difference. Raising gardens by employing brick, stone and other masonry products elevates a property’s aesthetic value and curbside appeal. But with wide-reaching landscape designs and assets available, property owners are sometimes tasked with difficult decisions. If you are considering raised […]

#KnipeLife The Two Big Issues the Housing Market’s Facing Right Now The biggest challenge the housing market’s facing is how few homes there are for sale. Mark Fleming, Chief Economist at First American, explains the root causes of today’s low supply: “Two dynamics are keeping existing-home inventory historically low – rate-locked existing homeowners and the fear of not finding something to buy.” Let’s break down these two big issues in today’s housing […]