Joi Morley
Don’t Wait for Spring. 7 Winter Home Improvements to Do Now
Just because it's winter doesn't mean you have to hang up your tool belt. You can keep the DIY going with winter home improvement...
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Joi Morley
Apr 12, 20232 min
5 Gotta Do’s in April for a Worry-Free Summer
Tackling five simple tasks now gives you a head start on spring. That leaves you plenty of worry-free time to enjoy the warmer weather:...
Joi Morley
Mar 4, 20233 min
8 Tips for Finding Your New Home
A solid game plan can help you narrow your homebuying search to find the best home for you. House hunting is just like any other shopping...
Joi Morley
Jan 23, 20232 min
How to Choose a Neighborhood
Location is everything when you’re searching for a home. Finding your dream neighborhood may seem like the easiest part, but once you...
Joi Morley
Dec 1, 20223 min
Why You Probably Won’t Avoid Seller’s Remorse (But That’s Ok!)
Selling your house can be scary: It's been your home, where you've lived and made memories. Chances are good it's your most important...
Joi Morley
Nov 30, 20223 min
What to Do ASAP as a New Homeowner (“Future You” Will Thank You)
It's finally yours. Your very own home. You can paint the walls whatever you like. Heck, even knock out a wall! There's no landlord to...
Joi Morley
Sep 30, 20222 min
3 Reasons to Hire a Seller’s Agent
The right agent could negotiate a higher sales price than you could have imagined. If you’re selling your home, you should expect a list...
Joi Morley
Sep 25, 20224 min
How to Price Your Home Like the Savviest Sellers
4 things canny home sellers do when pricing their homes. Home pricing is more of a science than an art, but many homeowners price with...
Joi Morley
Sep 5, 20225 min
17 Things to Never, Ever, EVER Do to Your House
What may seem like a good idea often isn't. Here are 17 common mistakes new homeowners may make. #1 Get Rid of Your Only Tub If resale...
Joi Morley
Aug 13, 20225 min
The 9 Super Useful Tools Every DIYer Needs
Those spare Allen wrenches and $1 tape measure from Ikea aren’t going to cut it if you’re making real home improvements. Here are the...
Joi Morley
Aug 3, 20222 min
HVAC Maintenance Checklist
It's a good idea to hire an HVAC company to inspect and do maintenance on your system every fall and spring. They'll do things like...
Joi Morley
Jul 26, 20224 min
The Property Line: Blame the Fed for High Home Prices?
The Federal Reserve pours billions of dollars every month into the mortgage market. Home prices have skyrocketed beyond affordability for...
Joi Morley
Jun 26, 20222 min
4 MYTH-BUSTING FACTS ABOUT APPRAISALS
Real estate valuation might appear complicated and arbitrary to some consumers. They might wonder why an “exactly the same” house next...
Joi Morley
Jun 16, 20223 min
HOME IMPROVEMENT: DIY OR HIRE A PRO?
There’s something appealing about the idea of a do-it-yourself home improvement project. By tackling a job yourself, you can save money...
Joi Morley
May 26, 20224 min
OUTDOOR LIGHTING FOR CURB APPEAL AND SAFETY
Think about it: Most of your guests (and if your home is on the market, many would-be buyers) see your home only in the evening, when its...
Joi Morley
May 22, 20222 min
GRILLING SAFETY
Don’t think you’re at risk? Over the last five years, fire departments have responded to an average of 8,200 house fires per year...
Joi Morley
Apr 29, 20224 min
Losing bidding wars? 10 strategies for victory
With a red-hot seller's market, listings are now getting multiple offers — and agents have to be prepared for bidding wars. Here are a...
Joi Morley
Apr 28, 20223 min
10 THINGS A BURGLAR DOESN'T WANT YOU TO KNOW
Successful burglars have lots in common — home owners who unwittingly give invitations to robbery. Here’s how thieves thank you for your...
Joi Morley
Apr 27, 20223 min
4 TIPS TO DETERMINE HOW MUCH MORTGAGE YOU CAN AFFORD
By knowing how much mortgage you can handle, you can ensure that homeownership will fit in your budget. Homeownership should make you...
Joi Morley
Apr 15, 20224 min
OPEN HOUSE TIMELINE: COUNTDOWN TO A SUCCESSFUL SALE
An inviting open house can put your home on buyers’ short lists. Get ready for your open house -- stress-free -- by starting early and...
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