WHAT MAKES YOUR HOUSE A HOME

WHAT MAKES YOUR HOUSE A HOME When my husband and I chose to purchase our current home, one hope we shared was that we could have a place for friends and family to gather for celebrations and special occasions. As we define what “community” means for our family, we do...

STAGING YOUR HOME TO SELL

STAGING YOUR HOME TO SELL When homeowners approach us to sell their homes, there are a number of things we must do as Real Estate Agents. But one of the most important things you must do as a homeowner is to stage your home and make it presentable and appealing. You...

IMPROVING YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL

IMPROVING YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL A home with curb appeal makes a great first impression on potential homebuyers. It makes them want to step inside and have a look. As a seller looking to make a quick sale, put yourself in a buyers’ shoes when upgrading your...

WHAT MAKES YOUR HOUSE A HOME, PART 2

WHAT MAKES YOUR HOUSE A HOME, PART 2 As real estate agents, we have the opportunity to assist in making our clients’ dreams become reality. This particular client’s dream was to live on a farm. They attached this letter to their offer to purchase the property that...

HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH A MOVE

HELPING CHILDREN COPE WITH A MOVE While a move is an exciting, new adventure for many families, it can also often be a trying time for children as they try to adjust to a new environment, a new school, and seek to make new friends. Chuck Taylor, owner of Sage Garden...

GIVING HOPE A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

GIVING HOPE A HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS For Hillsdale Real Estate Group co-founder Ellen Grubb, helping families find a home is more than a real estate transaction. For Grubb, and her husband, Randy, home is also hope for families who may otherwise have none. The Grubbs...