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Does the thought of choosing a paint color turn you yellow with fear? When it comes to paint color, many people are so afraid of change that they end up sticking with the same colors for years. Yet, all they often need is a bit of guidance to get out of their color rut and […]

Posted by Gary Schueller You are thinking of selling your home, but you’re unsure where to start. More importantly, you’re not sure when to start.  Timing is very important when it comes to selling your home.   Here are three questions to ask yourself to determine if it’s the right time to sell your home: […]

Posted by Gary Schueller   Many sellers find that they believe their home is worth more than the appraisal states it’s worth. People can be emotionally connected to their homes, so it can be difficult if an appraisal comes in lower than expected. Fortunately, there are some things you can do to increase the appraisal […]

1.    Should I flip the property or rent it long-term?   House flipping has become increasingly popular over the past few years. There are a number of reality shows that may contribute to this popularity. However, there are also still a lot of great Real Estate deals in the current market. If you choose to […]

Homeowner Associations (HOAs) can be very beneficial. They help maintain neighborhoods and keep property values high. While most HOAs have rules and regulations that make sense, there have been some outrageous HOA rules we’ve seen. Sometimes board members interpret the rules to fit their own personal preferences. Here are five examples of strange HOA rules […]

What is Equity?   Equity is the difference between the current value of your property and the amount you have left on your mortgage loan. You determine the amount of equity in your property by subtracting your current balance on your loan from the current appraised value of your property. The amount of equity increases […]