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In today’s life of the hustle and bustle, we are in a constant fight against time. We are now so addicted to viewing our social media news feeds that we rarely get some time to sleep. As soon as we sleep, the sun rises and our alarms start buzzing to make us realize that it is time to get up now.... 03/23/2019

 This is a weekly feature I will do every Saturday for those wanting info on open homes in the Napa Valley. If I can help you find the perfect property here in the Napa Valley, please contact me. Some of  these open houses come from the Napa Valley Register and for those wanting a map and more de... 03/23/2019

For those of you who have bought a new home in the past 4 or 5 years and have a building code, similar to ours in Mississippi, you have somrthing called "Arc fault preventers" in your electrical sub panel. These are little yellow buttons on the breakers that go to your bedrooms. The purpose of th... 03/23/2019

Tartan Fields Dublin Market Update March 2019 Active Listings: Total Listings: 26 | Average List Price: $820,058 | Average SQFT: 3,930 | Average Price Per SQFT: $273 | Average Taxes: $14,025 | Average DOM: 114 In-Contract Listings: Total Listings: 5 | Average List Price: $645,660 | Average SQFT:... 03/23/2019

Many new real estate investors are unaware of their options for borrowing. But exploring these seven options will allow borrowers much more flexibility when securing Arizona Rental Property Loans.As a new or prospective real estate investor, you might not have any idea that there are over half a ... 03/23/2019

Townhomes for Sale in Runnymeade | Alexandria, VA - March 2019 Home ValuesThis is a snapshot of recent sales in the Runnymeade neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. Real estate market data and analysis is provided by Peggy Yee, Realtor. Please click here for the latest Runnymeade neighborhood guide, ma... 03/23/2019

How to Sell a House You Inherit I am often asked how to sell a house you inherit.  A few years ago a family member passed away and my husband and I had to work through this very situation.  This blog will address a property left directly to your and or other family members.    Click Here NOW for ... 03/23/2019

March is  a lovely month in Tempe Arizona - the weather is warm, no need for heating, and no need for A/C to be turned on.Flowers and trees are starting to bloom. Yellow and orange seem to be the predominant colors for the month.The creosote bush has tiny yellow blooms, some of the acacia trees, ... 03/23/2019

If the bed is clean you will not only love to sleep on it but will also prevent any health issues such as dust allergies or any infections in your skin due to molds and mildew growing on it. Therefore, you should make it a point that you do not only limit your effort to changing the bed sheet and... 03/23/2019

The Broadmoor Resort Community is a gated luxury subdivision located in the old "Ski Broadmoor" ski area. This neighborhood offers estate quality lots in the shadows of historic "Cheyenne Mountain.  Homes in this neighborhood are larger custom homes. There are several luxury townhome developments... 03/23/2019

Ballantrae Dublin Market Update March 2019 Active Listings: Total Listings: 28 | Average List Price: $539,303 | Average SQFT: 3,562 | Average Price Per SQFT: $180 | Average Taxes: $12,962 | Average DOM: 85 In-Contract Listings: Total Listings: 5 | Average List Price: $529,980 | Average SQFT: 3,2... 03/23/2019

If you are not familiar with Arizona Hard Money Loans then the term 90% Arizona Hard Money Loans is sure to be confusing. But with just a little information you will learn how these loans can help you make a great deal of money.Many borrowers are under the misguided conception that Arizona Hard M... 03/23/2019

Homes for Sale in Saratoga | Springfield, VA - March 2019 Home ValuesThis is a snapshot of recent sales in the Saratoga neighborhood of Springfield, VA. Real estate market data and analysis is provided by Peggy Yee, Realtor. Please click here for the latest Saratoga neighborhood guide, market tre... 03/23/2019

High Mortgage RatesSome of us bought our first homes in the mid 80's, when the rates were around 18%, and still managed just fine.  Of course the main benefit of a lower mortgage rate is the ability to afford more real estate for the same money, but when investing in real estate there is much mor... 03/23/2019

 In a strong seller’s market, like the one we have experienced over the past few years, bidding wars are common and expected. This makes sense! A seller’s market is defined as a market in which the inventory of homes for sale cannot satisfy the number of buyers who want to purchase a home.Accordi... 03/23/2019

Melbourne Florida is the Number ONE place to live in the USA if you're looking for a beach location.  This is according to US NEWS & World Report, who am I to argue?  Hey...I already AGREE, because I live & work as a beachside Realtor on Florida's Space Coast/Melboure, FL.  This is great news.  M... 03/23/2019

North Orange Delaware Market Update March 2019 Active Listings: Total Listings: 2 | Average List Price: $433,950 | Average SQFT: 3,258 | Average Price Per SQFT: $144 | Average Taxes: $9,563 | Average DOM: 151 In-Contract Listings: Total Listings: | Average List Price: $ | Average SQFT: | Average... 03/23/2019

City Council Work Session in Gaithersburg: Short Term Rentals A discussion on potential regulations for Short Term Rentals will take place at the Mayor and City Council Work Session on March 25. This refers to rentals of a furnished home, apartment or condominium for typically less than 30 days o... 03/23/2019

On a partially cloudy day, we headed to the Santa Barbara Farmers Market.  Here are some offerings that are here every week, that we have not given attention to in our usual Santa Barbara Farmers Market posts. This seedling vendor is ready for those wanting to plant tomatoes.The pistachio stand w... 03/23/2019

  Yesterday I talked about the team it took to get a broken phone up and running.  It made me realize the dependency of a device that wasn’t even around when I started in real estate. Here are just a few phone tasks that I’ve become used to. Others might say we are ' truly dumbed down' when we ne... 03/23/2019