Coldwell Banker Articles 4 Ways to Cool Off Your Energy Bill By Jennifer McGuire        April 17, 2022 Gear up for summer by giving your air conditioner a break and lowering your energy bill at the same time with these home cooling methods. Alternatives like energy-efficient windows, doors and electronics, filters and shading can help chill your home with less energy use, according to […]
Coldwell Banker Articles Is It Time to Rightsize Your Home? Author Alice Garwood Does your home still fit your needs or is it time to think about the benefits of buying a new one as you enter the next phase of your life? Whether you’re an empty nester with rooms that are no longer used or need more space to raise your growing family, rightsizing […]
Coldwell Banker Articles Let’s stand together to make unfair housing history Author Athena Snow By Ryan Gorman, CEO, Coldwell Banker At Coldwell Banker, we’re committed to supporting and expanding equal access to housing for all and we stand together to help build thriving, inclusive communities that fuel economic growth and prosperity. We honor this commitment by commemorating Fair Housing Month in April. The History of Fair […]
Coldwell Banker Articles Grilling Up For Summer Written by: Jennifer McGuire       April 6, 2022 Nothing says summer like the smell of barbeque in the air. And there’s nothing better than a backyard gathering of friends and family while the hamburgers, brats and ribs are smoking away. Grilling has become both a favorite pastime and a lifestyle for many, and with […]
Coldwell Banker Articles Turn Your Home Into A Relaxing Oasis author: Jennifer McGuire If you want a relaxing sanctuary to luxuriate in every day, it can be found as near as your bathroom door. Follow these do-it-yourself tips to convert your primary bathroom into a spa-like retreat, and your relaxed body, mind and soul will be glad you did. Give a Jacuzzi Tub a Whirl To […]
Coldwell Banker Articles Make the Most of Your Outdoor Space author: Jennifer McGuire We all want to spend as much time as we can outside during the summer months. There’s nothing quite like a relaxing summer day in the backyard with friends, hosting a barbeque or enjoying an evening under the stars around the firepit. Summer is made for chilling and breathing in the fresh […]
Market updates Now is the time to sell! I love putting my headphones on in the morning and listening to music while writing one of my weekly blogs.  I think everyone gets their inspiration from many different things and some of my best come from music.  I still read my daily quotes… but music?  It doesn’t get any better!   There is nothing more […]
Coldwell Banker Articles How to Partially Finish Your Basement on a Budget Author: Houzz Contributor, Nicole Jacobs We’re always looking for more space in our homes, it seems, whether for extra storage, an additional living zone or a new spot to decorate. Often, valuable space can be found in the basement, but fully developing this square footage can be expensive. Add up the costs of framing, flooring, […]
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Coldwell Banker Articles Five Tips for an Awesome Outdoor Movie Night Written by: Jennifer McGuire     April 3, 2022 There’s something magical about watching a movie on a warm summer night under the stars with friends. If you’re not close to one of the few drive-in theaters still in existence, no worries – you can easily transform your backyard into an outdoor home theater. Here are […]
Market updates INTEREST RATES? NOT REALLY THAT BAD GUYS… HOUSING PRICES WELL…THEY ARE A RUNAWAY FREIGHT TRAIN! I’m sure you don’t want to talk interest rates BUT, actually they are not that bad! Oh yes, rates have increased in the past 12 months, and I am sure by the time I post this they will have adjusted again.  Below you will see some statistics posted by CNBC below: The average interest rate […]
A Little About Me Short and Sweet So you will see when you visit my blog that most of the time I try to keep things not only informative but also, I believe this is where you will get to know me. I actually write my blogs the same way I speak.  I often have people tell me that know me,  “when […]
Coldwell Banker Articles 5 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day Written by: Alex Collie    MAR 16, 2022 Earth Day is on April 22, and there are so many ways to join the movement including these 52 tips to invest in our planet. Looking to celebrate and help at the same time? Here are five tips that you can try from the comfort of your own home. […]
Coldwell Banker Articles 9 Overlooked Items to Prep Your Home for Sale Written by: David Marine                          DEC 8, 2017 Guest post by Cara Ameer So you’ve prepped your home cosmetically for sale in every imaginable way – fresh paint, a deep cleaning, new landscaping, decluttered closets and even organized the garage!  Your house looks better then it […]
Coldwell Banker Articles 5 Ways to Spring into Cleaning Written by: GUSTAVO GONZALEZ         MAR 16, 2022 It’s that time again! Spring has arrived and so has the need to freshen things up a bit. Whether you’re planning a total home makeover, or you just want to declutter, organize and refresh some spaces, we’ve got a few ways to get you started. […]
Market updates Is this the time to sell? Do I sell or Do I buy?.” It is so difficult in this current real estate climate if you currently own a home to know what to do.  I have been in and around the real estate business for close to 40 years and I have never seen such a swift rise in home prices […]
Northern Michigan THE ICE IS MELTING ON THE INLAND WATER WAY! I write a lot about this beautiful area that I live in because this is not only where I sell homes but I believe this is one of the little hidden beauties of this country.  You may see ads or social media photos at different times about this beautiful area but until I watched an […]