Beat the Heat — and Your Air Conditioning Bill — This Summer! Did you know that, according to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), Americans spend about $11 billion each year on air conditioning? That might not be such a surprise if you’re the one who writes the check for your household energy bill every month. Believe […]
What to Do and Not Do When Closing on a House
So you’re getting close to closing on a house – congratulations! Once your closing date passes, you’ll become the legal owner of your new home. Between now and the closing date, however, there is still a lot that you’ll need to do. While this will be a busy time, it’s also very manageable! In addition […]
Buying a House: Bidding War Tips
Creating the Perfect Summer Porch
Porches are wonderful spaces to relax and unwind, all the while enjoying the natural beauty of the outdoors. Here are some quick tips and tricks for creating the perfect porch! Pick a Theme Selecting a theme for your space will help when choosing furniture and other pieces in the future. Your porch can be an […]
7 Things To Know and Expect Before Becoming A Real Estate Agent
8 Spring Home Maintenance Projects You Should Do This Season
Spring brings longer days and warmer weather, both of which make it easier for us to plan and take on important spring home maintenance tasks. From repairing property damage to preparing for summer, there are a number of things that we should do to “tune up” a home’s major systems and features. Doing so doesn’t […]
What To Expect: A Timeline for Selling a House
Selling your home can be a daunting process, especially because there are a lot of steps in the process of selling your home. From doing basic repairs to figuring out how much to ask for during the sale, selling takes a lot of time and energy. Fortunately, a little organization goes a long way in […]
Coronavirus Protections for Home Sellers
As communities develop ongoing responses and safeguards to the COVID-19 virus, Howard Hanna Simon Real Estate Services is dedicated to taking steps to reduce the spread of the virus while continuing to work with home sellers. Currently, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and other regulatory agencies in multiple states recommend the use of […]
Simple Home Repairs For the Spring Seller
So you want to sell your home. Congratulations! This process can be overwhelming; maybe you are unsure where to start. Or maybe you are worried that no one will love your home like you do. Don’t worry, these stresses are completely normal! You’re in luck – besides using a professional real estate agent, there are several […]
6 Tips For Hosting Successful Virtual Home Tours
From in-home happy hours to morning company meetings, chances are that you’ve recently experienced some sort of virtual event. At Howard Hanna, we’re experiencing another unique virtual experience – the virtual house tour and showing! Virtual house tours and showings make it possible for individuals to sell a house online while working around the health and safety […]