Have you been considering a remodel of your home? It’s a tough decision…should you do it yourself, or hire it done? The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® (NAR) presents the following infographic which is a terrific illustration of the demographics on this topic. For more information, click to view the Remodeling Impact Report RE/MAX Showcase […]
2016 Housing Outlook
The NATIONAL ASSOCIATION of REALTORS® (NAR) has released the following infographic of Housing Expectations for 2016. According to NAR’s Chief Economist Lawrence Yun, following the housing market’s best year in nearly a decade, existing-home sales are forecasted to expand in 2016 at a more moderate pace as pent-up buyer demand combats affordability pressures and meager […]
December 2015 RE/MAX National Housing Report
The December 2015 RE/MAX National Housing Report was just released. Check out this awesome video and give us a call with any questions! To download the full report, click here: www.remax.com/newsroom/ RE/MAX Showcase has three offices in Lake County with more than 80 professional real estate agents who specialize in both Residential and Commercial […]
How Much Did Things Cost in the 1970’s vs Today?
When you really think back in time, life was much simpler in the 1970’s. We didn’t have the Internet, and if it did exist it was in a research lab somewhere and except for a few whispers, most of us had never heard of it. Back then, kids played outside more and didn’t have the […]
Get to Know the Home Buyer & Home Seller of 2015
As REALTORS®, we should be very proud that among the statistical information revealed in the following excellent info graphic by NAR, is the fact that 88% of home buyers would use their Real Estate Agent again, or recommend that Agent to others. Likewise, 89% of home sellers worked with a Real Estate Agent to sell […]
2015 National Housing Pulse Survey by NAR
The National Association of Realtors (NAR) has released its eleventh Housing Pulse Survey, showing that a vast majority of Americans believe that buying a home is a solid financial decision, and most believe they could sell their home for at least its initial purchase price. View the info graphic by NAR below of survey highlights. […]
7 Ways to Meet Your New Neighbors
Finding that perfect way to interact and meet your new neighbors can be awkward. But, click the following link for an awesome list of tips that the RE/MAX Housing Blog has provided: www.bit.ly/1jTuDFA RE/MAX Showcase has three offices in Lake County with more than 80 professional real estate agents who specialize in both Residential […]
Hop On The Energy Bus
Are you cruising through life, or do you feel as though your wheels are falling off, your gas tank is on empty, and you’re in desperate need of a pit stop? Thanks to Real Estate Executive Magazine (Fall 2015) for authoring a great article to re-gen yourself and your life…excerpts are below. 10 Rules for […]
The Art of Getting Organized
When it comes to getting organized, we are our own worst enemies. We keep things because we persuade ourselves we’ll need them, even if we haven’t used them in 5 years and don’t quite know where we’ve put them. There is some type of imaginary security blanket in just knowing they’re around…somewhere. Here are some […]
Pay Attention to Foot Traffic Indicators
This infographic provided by NAR® for May 2015, is a great indicator of upcoming sales trends. c Call any one of our Real Estate Professionals with questions at 847-596-6100, or leave a note in the comments section below.
Benefits of Home Ownership
Making sure you understand the benefits of home ownership is an essential first step in the process. The following infographic by Lender411.com, sourced by VARealtor.com and Realtor.org, is a handy guide.
Bring Life and Light to A Windowless Room
Is your home the victim of having a Windowless Room or Rooms? Are you having trouble figuring out what you can do to spruce that room up and give it some life? After reading the following guide from Realty Times®, you’re sure to be inspired by the creative ideas given to address this problem area. […]
12 Low-Budget Renovations to Makeover Your Home
Living in the same home for years is great: you know the layout very well, feel comfortable in the space and you can see personal touches everywhere you go. But if you’re looking at each room and feeling it’s all a bit aged, it might be time for a makeover. The best part is that […]
How to Prevent Freezing Pipes in 5 Easy Steps
While we don’t generally think of February as being an extremely cold month, most of the country has been dealing with sub-zero temperatures and record-breaking cold this year. You may be fighting off the weather with layers of clothing and quick runs between warm spaces, but are you protecting your home as well? Freezing pipes […]
How One Light Bulb Can Make a Difference
As homeowners, we strive to make positive changes in our homes that will help us save money and live better. But it’s not always easy to figure out which changes to make. Luckily, RE/MAX put together a great infographic of all the small things you can do around home to save money and energy! Which […]
5 Easy Ways to Turn a House into a Home
You’ve found the perfect place, signed the dotted line and unpacked the moving truck. As you’re breathing in a sigh of relief, it’s time to move onto the next step: turning your new house into your new home. That might take a while to build up to, but we’d like to share some of the […]
7 Money-Saving Tricks for New Homeowners
When you purchase and move in to a new home, the first few weeks are busy remodeling, designing and unpacking. You want to make sure you home looks as great as you feel about it, and settling in is priority #1. But before you get too comfortable, right now is the best time to locate […]
10 Essential Tools for Every Homeowner
Being a homeowner means having to take care of home improvements and maintenance. And if you don’t have the proper tools to deal with them yourself, it could cost a bundle to get things fixed by a professional. Having a tool kit early on can help save money and time in the future, especially with […]
