Author Archives: Jaime Barefoot & Shannon Wilson-Chandler

Home Décor Goes Back to the Future

It was only a matter of time until home designers looked to the 1980s for inspiration. Showrooms are looking more like a TV set of the Golden Girls rather than…

What Stays with The Home?

More than one seller has been surprised to find that their favorite chandelier is not theirs to take when they move. First-time home sellers might be especially confused when confronted…

Tips to Protect Your Home from Flood Risks

Your home does not need to be in a designated flood zone to be affected by water intrusion and damage. The process to repair and retrofit water damage costs homeowners,…

Top Real Estate Questions

There are (understandably) a TON of questions about what the best practices are with real estate. This page is all about providing you with solutions and clarity on anything &…

Signs it may be time to downsize

Are you looking around at your current home, wondering what the size of your next home should be?Often, you’ll hear experts talk about when it’s time to go bigger. But…

Homebuyer Compromises

If you are faced with deciding what to give up when buying a home, here are 3 compromises that make sense and 6 things not to.

Seller’s Guide to Buyer Contingencies

Every news article talks about the fact that it’s a “seller’s market.” This means that if you are selling your home, you’ve probably gotten a few offers from which to…

Fall and Holiday Décor Listing Tips

If you have your home on the market, it’s natural to create the perfect environment for potential homebuyers. This includes not only professional staging services but also time-honored tips like…

Boat Accessible Properties – 4 Things to Consider

Imagine strolling down to your private boat dock each morning with your cup of coffee to watch the sun come up. While this might sound like something reserved for the…

Can You Buy a Home Virtually?

As we continue to see unprecedented activity in the real estate market, buyers often find they are too late to offer recently listed homes. For the serious homebuyer, this can…