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Real Estate Market Update: What Mid-Year Indicators Mean for Your Next Move
In this comprehensive market update, I examine four key factors influencing today's housing market and provide actionable strategies for navigating these evolving conditions.

Vickie Garrett
Jul 35 min read


Selling Your Home In 2025? Here's Six of the Top Homebuyer Priorities in 2025 (And How To Deliver)
I’ve outlined six of the top homebuyer priorities in 2025, along with a clear action plan to help you position your property for success. Whether you're weeks or months away from listing, these insights will help you attract serious offers and maximize your return.

Vickie Garrett
May 157 min read


5 Roadblocks to Affordable Homeownership (And Ways to Move Past Them)
In this guide, I’ll explore five common roadblocks to affordable homeownership and actionable solutions to help you overcome them.

Vickie Garrett
Apr 98 min read


Home-Related Tax Deductions
Read this post for common home-related tax deductions, eligibility requirements, and tips on how to maximize your savings.

Vickie Garrett
Mar 108 min read


7 Mistakes to Avoid When Hiring a Contractor
In this guide, we'll explore seven mistakes to avoid when hiring a contractor to ensure your project runs smoothly from start to finish.

Vickie Garrett
Sep 23, 20247 min read


Top 4 Factors to Consider When Choosing Your Mortgage
I've rounded up four of the most important factors to consider when narrowing your list of potential mortgage options.

Vickie Garrett
Aug 2, 20246 min read


7 Weekend Projects to Boost Your Property Value
Here are seven weekend projects that will enhance your home’s current charm and long-term value.

Vickie Garrett
Jul 25, 20246 min read


The Ultimate Relocation Guide: From Finding a House to Feeling at Home
In this Relocation Guide, I’ve outlined six steps to make your move easier so that you can focus on the adventure ahead!

Vickie Garrett
May 8, 20248 min read


Downsize Your Home, Rightsize Your Life: How to Choose the Ideal Smaller Home
You don't have to compromise on comfort when downsizing. I can help you strategize your next move and identify the best new home for you.

Vickie Garrett
Mar 12, 20247 min read


Upgrade Your Home With These 2024 Design Trends
One of the best parts of owning a home is the freedom to make it truly your own with design choices that reflect your personality and...

Vickie Garrett
Feb 22, 20246 min read


Real Estate Market Forecast: Opportunities for Home Buyers and Sellers in 2024
Information on the current state of the housing market, the potential opportunities for buyers & sellers, & economists' predictions for 2024

Vickie Garrett
Jan 8, 20247 min read


Income Properties Are Trending, But Is Landlord Life for You?
Here are three signs that owning a rental property could be right for you.

Vickie Garrett
Oct 3, 20235 min read


Top 7 Tips To Attract the Best Offers for Your Property
Here are my top seven strategies to attract the best offers and maximize your real estate returns.

Vickie Garrett
Sep 7, 20236 min read


7 Common Homebuyer Regrets (And How To Avoid Them)
Here are some of the most common homebuyer regrets I see, along with my professional advice on how to avoid them.

Vickie Garrett
Aug 1, 20238 min read


Renovate or Relocate? 3 Questions To Help You Decide
Are you torn between relocating to a new home or renovating your existing one? Here are some factors to consider before you decide.

Vickie Garrett
Jul 3, 20237 min read


National Real Estate Market Update for 2023
Here are several key indicators that help to paint a picture of the current market and where it’s likely headed.

Vickie Garrett
Jun 12, 20237 min read


How to Become a Homeowner on a First-Time Buyer’s Budget
It's not easy being a first-time homebuyer right now. At the end of last year, housing affordability hit an all-time low.1 Additionally,...

Vickie Garrett
May 3, 20237 min read


Stress-Free Home Cleaning: 27 Practical Tactics for Busy Households
I’ve rounded up my favorite tactics for keeping things tidy without spending all of our pending all of our spare time cleaning.

Vickie Garrett
Apr 3, 20236 min read


My Home Didn’t Sell! Now What?
Not sure why your property didn’t sell? I’m happy to offer a free, no-obligation assessment & create an action plan to get your home SOLD.

Vickie Garrett
Mar 5, 20238 min read


Top 6 Home Design Trends To Watch in 2023
Over the past few years, many of us have spent extra time at home—and that means we appreciate the personal design touches that make a...

Vickie Garrett
Feb 2, 20236 min read