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2023 Real Estate Market Outlook (And What It Means for You
What can we expect in 2023? Here’s what several industry experts predict will happen to the housing market in the coming year.
Vickie Garrett
Jan 3, 20236 min read
Home for the Holidays: How To Stretch Your Budget in a Season of Inflation
You don't have to break the bank to celebrate the holidays in style—even in this season of inflation. Prices may be higher on everything...
Vickie Garrett
Dec 8, 20226 min read
7 Tips to Maximize Your Home’s Sale Price
Here are some crucial steps you can take to set yourself up for success as a home seller in this changing market.
Vickie Garrett
Nov 7, 20226 min read
Buy Now or Rent Longer? 5 Questions to Answer Before Purchasing Your First Home
There’s a lot to consider when it comes to buying versus renting. Here are 5 questions to consider to help determine which is right for you.
Vickie Garrett
Oct 10, 20226 min read
8 Strategies to Secure a Lower Mortgage Rate
These 8 strategies can help you improve your chances of securing a low mortgage rate.
Vickie Garrett
Sep 6, 20227 min read
10 Pro Tips for a Smooth Home Move
Here are some of my favorite pro tips to share with clients as they prepare for an upcoming move.
Vickie Garrett
Aug 9, 20226 min read
7 Costly Mistakes Home Sellers Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Here are seven common mistakes that many home sellers make.
Vickie Garrett
Jul 3, 20225 min read
Higher Rates and Short Supply: The State of Real Estate in 2022
Here are three factors impacting the real estate market right now. Find out how they could affect you.
Vickie Garrett
Jun 2, 20225 min read
5 Ways to Write a Winning Offer in Today’s Real Estate Market
Our area, along with the rest of the country, is in the midst of a serious housing crunch. Last year, a lack of inventory and soaring...
Vickie Garrett
May 9, 20226 min read
Seller’s Checklist: A Timeline to Prep Your Home for Sale
To maximize your sale price, use this checklist to know what tasks you should complete in the months leading up to listing your home.
Vickie Garrett
Apr 4, 20226 min read
Hedge Against Inflation With These 4 Real Estate Investment Types
The inflation rate in the US is currently 7.5%. Here’s what you need to know about inflation & how an investment in real estate can help.
Vickie Garrett
Mar 2, 20226 min read
8 Popular Home Design Features for 2022
To get the most out of your updates, focus on these popular home design features that will wow buyers in 2022.
Vickie Garrett
Feb 4, 20227 min read
A Return to ‘Normal’? The State of Real Estate in 2022
What's ahead for the US Housing market in 2022? Here's where industry experts predict the market is headed in the coming year.
Vickie Garrett
Jan 3, 20226 min read
New Build or Existing Home: Which One Is Right for You?
Let’s take a closer look at some of the factors you should take into account when choosing between a new build or an existing home.
Vickie Garrett
Nov 1, 20216 min read
The Home Buyer's Guide to Getting Mortgage Ready
Don’t wait until you’re ready to move to start preparing financially to buy a home. If you’re like the vast majority of home buyers, you...
Vickie Garrett
Oct 22, 20219 min read
9 Tips for Buying and Selling Your Home at the Same Time
Check out my latest article for my top 9 tips on how to make a smooth transition from your old home into a new one.
Vickie Garrett
Sep 3, 20217 min read
How to Bridge the Appraisal Gap in Today’s Real Estate Market
It's more important than ever to understand the appraisal process and how it can be impacted by a rapidly changing market.
Vickie Garrett
Jul 1, 20214 min read
Finding a New Home for Your Next Stage of Life
Imagine the first place you lived as a young adult. Now imagine trying to fit your life today into that space. Not pretty, right? For...
Vickie Garrett
May 3, 20217 min read
Can I Buy or Sell a Home Without a Real Estate Agent?
Find out whether the benefits outweigh the risks of selling or buying a home on your own.
Vickie Garrett
Apr 1, 20217 min read
How to Save for a Down Payment
Start with these seven steps and very soon you too can enjoy the long term benefits of setting down roots and investing in your future.
Vickie Garrett
Dec 9, 20204 min read