by Mark Chaffee | Jan 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
The calendar may say it’s winter, but the spring real estate market isn’t far off. This period is one of the most popular times to buy or sell a home, and in some regions, it begins as early as January or February. If you’re planning to make a move, spring can be the...
by Mark Chaffee | May 4, 2022 | Uncategorized
Whether you’re looking to buy, sell or refinance a home or are simply curious about its value, online home value estimators are popular tools. Also known as automated valuation models (AVMs), they include services such as Zillow Zestimate and Redfin Estimate. AVMs...
by Mark Chaffee | Dec 14, 2021 | How To, Uncategorized
Winter has its charms, but the shorter days and longer nights are on few people’s lists of favorites. While you can’t make the sun stay up longer, you can take simple steps to bring more light into your living space. Here are six ways you can brighten up your home...
by Mark Chaffee | Dec 9, 2021 | Uncategorized
For many people who appreciate wine, curating a collection of bottles for personal enjoyment, entertaining or collecting is a point of pride. However, to be preserved at its best, wine must be stored properly. Many wines are ideally stored horizontally, at a...
by Mark Chaffee | Nov 17, 2021 | Uncategorized
Home values have been rising and mortgage rates are low, making now an attractive time to get a cash-out refinance. If you’re a homeowner with equity in your home and you need cash for a large expense, project or investment, a cash-out refinance may be the answer....
by Mark Chaffee | Sep 28, 2021 | Uncategorized
Dust is a fact of life. Outside of high-tech factory clean rooms, a bit of dust is the norm, and your health and comfort are usually not affected. Inside the home can be a different story, however. Enclosed spaces can cause the components of dust – tiny bits of cloth,...
