The arrival of fall means many things, one of which being that we are one season closer to winter. It’s important to enjoy the fall season while it’s here, but it’s also important to get your home ready for winter’s harsh conditions. Here are some things you can do on the weekends in the fall to make sure you and your home are prepared come [...]
Buying a home is probably one of the biggest purchases you’ll ever make, so it makes sense to choose a home that fits your lifestyle. Whether you’re a first-time home buyer, growing your family, retiring, upsizing, or downsizing, it’s important to consider your lifestyle and [...]
Here are some great ways to keep your home cool this summer without increasing your air conditioning bill.
If you have west facing windows, close the blinds in the afternoons, which is usually the hottest part of the day. Or, at least tilt them upwards so they prevent heat from pouring through the windows. Direct [...]
As we’re setting into the new normal, many of us continue to work from home. This creates a new level of distractions that were not dealt with in an office setting. We’ve compiled our favorites tips to successfully work from [...]
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There are recent changes and uncertainty happening all over the world and impacting our lives in many ways. This doesn’t mean your need to find a new home or sell a home has disappeared. At Barrett Sotheby’s International Realty, we are still providing valuable resources and services with [...]
Hello, spring! You’ve put away your winter coats and brought out the cleaning supplies in preparation for the spring season. Here’s a handy checklist to make sure the exterior of your home is ready for the beautiful flowering season. Enjoy the wonderful outdoors with warmer weather and more daylight hours while taking care of your home at [...]
It is important to have a good credit score, if you are a home buyer looking to get a mortgage,or if you are a young adult wishing to to be eligible for better loan rates for a car, or first-time home purchase. Here are some of the factors that contribute to your credit score, and suggestions for how to maintain good credit. Take a look at [...]
The home buying process can be scary, especially if you're new to it, or if it's been a few years since you last went through it. Here at Barrett Sotheby's International Realty, we can help. Below, you will find the basic steps of the home buying [...]
The winter season is a great time to plan a move because it’s the off-season for moving companies. In addition to lower moving prices, you’ll find a greater selection of dates and types of services available. Below are some tips to make your winter move as stress free as [...]