Planning to Sell? Six Things to Keep in Mind Before Renovating
It’s no secret that home renovations are hard work and can be a real pain in the you-know-what. There’s a lot of time and stress that goes into completing even the smallest home updates, and that’s why it’s so important to make sure…
Question and Answer with Tracy Ellis
Q: What would you consider to be the four most important things to consider when buying a home? A: When searching for a new home, it’s essential to figure out what’s important to you before you begin. Factoring in work, children, pets, hobbies,…
What Are Lenders Looking at When Approving Your Home Loan
Buying a home may seem like a daunting and scary thing. It’s funny; the minute you mention you are starting to look for a house, every family member, friend or neighbor’s dog has some horror story. However… it doesn’t have to be that way….
5 Things to Decide Today if You Plan to Buy a Home in 2016
Maybe you’re a fan of New Year’s Resolutions or maybe you write out your goals regularly throughout the year. Either way, if buying your next home is on that list here are five things you can do starting right now that will help…
Exclusive look at the Estate on Lake St. Louis
Sitting on approximately seven acres, the European inspired mansion on the lake has nine bedrooms, thirteen full bathrooms, and five half-baths, each with their own flare of personality, layered within the home’s warm atmosphere of luxury and extravagance. With such elaborate features, it’s impossible to…
A Million Dollar Evening
When we think about what it means to be wealthy, we often imagine fancy cars, building enormous estates, and taking extravagant vacations—but there’s one thing that’s easy to overlook. With wealth also comes the opportunity, and responsibility, to give back, and to do so often….
Nettie White: The Porch & Interiors
As a Realtor, I’m often asked which area of a home holds the most value. Whether they’re renovating, buying, or selling, I always remind them that it’s the kitchen that really sells a house. Kitchens have infinite potential to add value to the home,…
Artist Steve Walden
We’ve all heard the phrase, “money doesn’t buy happiness,” and though a stable income does provide the necessities (a roof over our head, food to eat, clothes for our families—the list goes on), reaching this level of comfort isn’t always enough. For artist Steven…
Bathroom Turned Oasis: Tips for Ultimate Relaxation
We all think of our homes as a safe place where we can let our hair down and retreat from all the hustle and bustle of the work week. In our safe havens, the buzzing of unanswered emails and pressing deadlines at work seem to…
From Staged to SOLD!
Your home is probably your largest investment and selling it can be one of the most important and stressful times in your life. Staging is the process of getting your home ready for market. Staging is the only service performed in preparation for selling a…