Spring Clean Your At-Home Workspace
Spring is a time of renewal, and it’s also a good time to clean and organize your workspace so you’re not distracted by clutter. Once you clean and organize, it’s easier to focus on tasks and projects. Here are a few tips to help you get started on spring cleaning. Declutter your desk Dispose of […]
Important Information From Your Mortgage Company
GuardHill would like to take a moment to thank all of the doctors, nurses, and first responders that are putting their lives on the line during this health crisis. The passion that they demonstrate for helping others is truly motivating and inspiring. We have been through 9/11, Hurricane Sandy, and the previous credit crisis and […]
What Resi Lenders are Planning in a Tumultuous Market
As April 1 draws near and multifamily owners await rent, residential lenders are gearing up to deal with missed payments. With the economy on a coronavirus-induced rollercoaster, the Federal Reserve cut interest rates dramatically and mortgage rates hit an all-time low. Luxury contract signings have plunged as agents and potential buyers are staying home. On TRD Talks Live, readers have a chance to learn […]
5 Reasons to Renovate Your Kitchen
If you’re looking to renovate some areas of your home, the kitchen is a great place to start. As people say, the kitchen is the heart of the home. Many homebuyers place high importance on the condition and appearance of the kitchen when searching for the perfect home. 1.) Increase Value of the Home Since the kitchen is an […]
5 Tips to Create a Positive and Productive Remote Work Environment
While working remotely, it’s essential to set up your home workspace to create a positive, clean, and productive work environment. No matter if you’re in your spacious suburban home or a smaller city apartment, here are a few tips on how to create a positive remote work environment: 1. Stick to a Schedule Many people […]
Fed Rate Cuts and What They Mean for Home Loan Rates
In response to the uncertainty of the coronavirus and its impact on our country, the Fed has cut the Fed Funds Rate by 1.50% in the last couple of weeks, including 1.00% on Sunday, March 15th alone. The media is confusing many consumers, as well as folks in the housing and mortgage industry, by incorrectly […]
What Does the Fed’s Rate Cut Mean for You?
On Sunday, March 15th, the Federal Reserve (The Fed) reduced the target range for the federal funds rate to nearly-zero. About a week before that, The Fed cut rates by half a percentage point amid coronavirus news and concerns. According to CNBC, “Chairman Jerome Powell said the Fed took action after officials saw the coronavirus was having a […]
5 Tips to Help Maintain a Healthy Home This Winter
It’s mid-winter with fluctuating temperatures, so you know what that means – flu season. Here are some helpful tips to help you maintain a healthy home this winter season! 1.) Keep your home clean Make sure you’re cleaning your sheets and towels at least once a week, dusting furniture once a week, and disinfecting all surfaces […]
12 Essential Tools for the Home
When you move into a new home, it is crucial to have these tools in your toolkit! Sometimes as a new homeowner, you have to get handy and fix some common problems that need your attention. Whether it’s a leaky faucet, hanging a picture, or building small pieces of furniture, these tools are essential! 1. […]
Benefits of selling your home in the winter months:
1.) Less competition/fewer sellers 2.) Buyers who buy in the winter are typically working against a deadline and mean business. 3.) More people have time off during the holidays, with more time to browse for homes and visit open houses If you are selling your home in the winter, make sure you keep the décor […]
