When you’re a homeowner, replacing things like water heaters are something to be expected. Typically, water heaters have a lifespan of eight to twelve years and the cost used to average around $600. However, in 2015, a new government energy efficiency requirement went into effect that means several changes. Energy savings According to the U.S….
How your house looks on the outside can help tremendously when trying to sell your home. First impressions matter! Even if you aren’t trying to sell anytime soon, you want your family and friends to also experience a nice, welcoming first impression when they enter your home. Each of these tips are things you can…
It’s the new year, and that means it’s time to reflect and also make goals for living a better, healthier life. Losing weight, exercising more and eating healthier are all common resolutions – but what about your home? The following are some quick and affordable solutions for creating a more organized, feel-good home. 1. Add…
Pests not only are a nuisance but can cause damage to your home. With that damage comes high repair costs. So take your home back with these tricks to get rid pests: Rodents Known for chewing wires and digging holes rodents can be one of the biggest annoyances of them all. Here are tips to…
Deciding to sell or buy a house can uncover a lot of issues. It’s important to know what you’re getting yourself into and what to do when you face problems. Whether you’re buying or selling a home the inspection can be a high stress point. What happens if the water heater is on its last…
Here are some quick sale tips from The Corey Connection on how to outperform the market: De-clutter and de-personalize your home When preparing for a quick sale, look at your home through the eyes of a buyer. Would you want to see someone’s birthday, wedding and kid’s football pictures in the house? Or would you…
Nothing can throw off household organization like clutter. Whether you just moved into a new home, sold your house and need to get everything in order or just want to get a jump start on spring cleaning – de-cluttering can be a big project. Here are a few tips to help: Containers Buy smaller decorative…
Get your home ready for resale and make it as memorable and marketable to potential buyers by using these seven tips: Stage your home If you recently moved out of your home but it hasn’t sold, consider staging your house. The Corey Connection offers a staging service that brings in furniture and wall decor to…
Let’s face it: moving is expensive. Hiring movers certainly has its benefits, but the costs add up. If you can’t afford to hire a moving company, here are six tips to get you through your move: Make Estimates Plan ahead to avoid paying more money to move than you initially thought you would. Make a…