Winston Wells with RE/MAX Universal Northwest Realtors shares how buyers can efficiently shop for a home in today’s climate. News of a changing real estate market has buyers excited for the potential of stabilized prices and fewer bidding wars. Despite signs of change, however, real estate remains competitive in many locales. Starting your homebuying journey…

How to clean hardwood floors without destroying their beauty is something many homeowners debate. Folks love hardwood floors not only for their look and durability, but also because they’re simple to clean—at least relative to carpet, tile, and many other surfaces. But different folks have different takes on the best way to clean hardwood flooring…

Does your bathroom need a fresh breath of air? You’re not alone. Of all the rooms in the house, bathrooms are often the ones that homeowners are most eager to renovate. In fact, most people are willing to shell out big bucks to get a better loo. Homeowners spend anywhere from $6,611 to $16,632 on…

RE/MAX agents share why consumers and builders fancy this fresh take on a classic – and practical – design. What typically has white walls, wood accents and black metal finishes? The modern farmhouse, of course. The modern farmhouse design trend can be found just about anywhere, from seeing newly built homes around the neighborhood to…

Welcome mats are one of those fringe decor items. So we rarely take the time to shop properly for these workhorses. And if your house is anything like ours, a welcome mat purchase tends to start with a mess on the entryway floor. Then it ends with a rushed impulse buy at the local home…

If you’re a homeowner, you already know that keeping your property in tiptop shape requires dedication and patience for ongoing maintenance. But what if you’re putting your home on the market or even accepted an offer? Perhaps you’re thinking: Not my problem anymore. Sorry, folks, we’ve got news for you: Just because you’re selling doesn’t…

According to RE/MAX, the number of homes for sale increased in June 2022, while home prices stabilized. The first half of 2022 has come and gone. And, based on early indications and several results from June, the ultra-competitive, multiple-offer conditions for homebuyers may be gone too, it seems. According to the latest RE/MAX National Housing…

Did you buy a new house that could use a few renovations but ended up paying more than you expected when the interest rates spiked? Or maybe you were hoping to buy a new house but decided to stay put and make your existing home more livable with a few tweaks. Or perhaps you can’t…

If you’re considering buying a home in a homeowners association, you’re in good company. According to data gathered by iProperty Management & Investments, 53% of homeowners live in HOA communities and approximately 4,000 new HOAs crop up every year. There are a lot of obvious benefits to buying a property in an HOA. “HOAs are…