by Marti Reeder | Oct 19, 2015 | Community, Kent, Neighborhood, Reporter, Safety
No one likes to think they are vulnerable to a home burglary, but it can happen, even in seemingly safe neighborhoods. Here’s how to keep your home safer. If you have a security system, put the signs to good use. Whether or not you actually have a system installed,...
by Marti Reeder | Oct 12, 2015 | Home Care & Maintenance, Home Decor, Home Exterior/Landscaping, Home Ideas, Home Maintenance, Home Ownership, Home Selling, Lawns & Landscaping, Reporter, Seasonal, Staging
Curb appeal is essential when you are trying to sell your home. Here are some easy tips and tricks for boosting your home’s curb appeal, while keeping your home cozy and inviting this fall. Look at your exterior paint. Is it a neutral color? Are there fewer...
by Marti Reeder | Oct 5, 2015 | Credit, Finance, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Mortgage, Reporter
Last month we talked about how a low credit score can affect your ability to qualify for a home loan and purchase your next home. Today we’re going to talk about how to improve your credit score with these 6 tips! Stay on top of payments. While this seems obvious,...
by Marti Reeder | Sep 28, 2015 | Credit, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Home Value, Renting vs. Buying, Reporter
There are many benefits to homeownership. One of the top ones is being able to protect yourself from rising rents and lock in your housing cost for the life of your mortgage. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) just released their findings of a study in which...
by Marti Reeder | Sep 21, 2015 | Credit, Finance, Home Buying, Home Ownership, Interest Rates, Reporter
Credit is an important factor when buying a home, whether it is your first home or your fifth. Here’s how credit can affect your getting the home of your dreams. Credit scores affect interest rates. Your credit score will determine the interest rate you receive. The...
by Marti Reeder | Sep 14, 2015 | Home Buying, Home Ownership, Misc., Reporter
Thinking of buying your first home? Here are some things to think about when buying your first home! Think long-term. Do you want to start out with this house, or are you planning to start your family here? If you’re looking to start your family in a new home, you...