Posts with tag 'For Owners'
Subscribe and receive email notifications of new blog posts.
RSS Feed
- 2024 | 10 Posts
- 2023 | 48 Posts
- 2022 | 48 Posts
- 2021 | 48 Posts
- 2020 | 49 Posts
- 2019 | 46 Posts
- 2018 | 52 Posts
- 2017 | 110 Posts
- 2016 | 78 Posts
- 2015 | 7 Posts
28
Homeowners: 5 Scary Renovation Mistakes to Avoid
Renovating your home can make it more comfortable to live in. In addition, it also can put a little extra money in your pocket when you decide to sell the home. However, our REALTORS® also know that some renovations can leave you less than happy with the finished result. Some can cost more than you expect, and others can detract from the home's value. The following are five home renovations that aren't worth the headaches and costs that they create.
- Going Against the Grain
Maybe you like Ultra-Modern, or long for something more Tudor. That is not a problem when the rest of the home matches the renovation style you want to incorporate. However, if you try and put an ultra-modern kitchen in a Tudor home, or a Southwestern style living room in a country cottage, the resulting contrast will make the home less appealing to prospective buyers. When considering style, always choose design styles and features that complement and enhance one another.
21
Homeowners: Use These 6 Tips to Winterize Your Yard
In our Ohio region, there will be a hint of fall in the air soon, and with it, a harbinger of the colder weather to come. That means, among many other tasks, it's time to winterize our yards. The goal is to shut things down so your plants are protected against the worst that Mother Nature can deliver with wintertime wind and moisture.
Year-round maintenance of your yard will help you keep a step ahead of the other Mansfield homes for sale, should you be planning to list your home. Our REALTORS® have many suggestions for making your property look its best. But to get started, try these six helpful tips to winterize your yard.
14
Choose Your Driveway Material Wisely
It's easy to ignore your driveway... until it needs to be replaced. Driveways are made to last, but when the time comes to replace yours, it's good to know your options.
Whether you're installing a new driveway to add value to your home before selling it or you simply want a less bumpy ride, our REALTORS® are here to help. These are the top driveway materials to consider:
- Concrete
Concrete has long been one of the most popular driveway options. That's because it's a highly durable surface, and doesn't cost an arm and a leg. An average concrete driveway costs $5 or $6 per square foot, and can last anywhere from 25 to 50 years.
13
Your Air Conditioner May Be Trying to Tell You Something
In Ohio, summer is a hot and humid mess without a working air conditioner to keep you cool and comfortable. That's one of the reasons why our REALTORS® encourage all homeowners to perform regular maintenance on their air conditioners. However, even with proper maintenance, problems can arise, and the following are eight signs your air conditioner is sending that it is about to go on the blink.
- Diminished Airflow
When air doesn't circulate through the home, it can mean the compressor is malfunctioning, a filter is clogged, or there is a blockage in the duct. If you are looking at purchasing a home, we advise you to ask when the last time the ducts were cleaned. This often-overlooked chore can significantly improve indoor air quality and HVAC systems' efficiency.
22
Enjoy a Backyard Fire Pit With These Safety Tips
Have you ever imagined having a home where you can sit around a cozy fire and chat with friends and family? You're not alone! Backyard space is one of the most sought after features in Mansfield homes for sale. And Ohio has just the right weather to make having a fire pit an enjoyable activity during most of the year.
Building your own fire pit is a great way to personalize your backyard space and it's a project that's within almost everyone's DIY skills. These tips can help you get started.