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How to Avoid Post-Pandemic Overspending
CENTURY 21 Select Group 2 years ago

Filling up the gas tank? Nope.

Going to the movies? Nope.

Paying for day care? Nope.

Did you actually end up saving money during the great quarantine of 2020? If you’re like most Americans these last few months, you’ve buckled down, you’ve looked for ways to cut back, and you’ve hoarded cash. You saved like saving was going out of style!

Nearly 80% of Americans have saved money just by not going out to eat ($245 savings), not going on vacation ($1,400 savings), and not making major purchases ($...
Tackle These Home Projects During Quarantine
CENTURY 21 Select Group 3 years ago

Quarantine has us all spending a lot more time in our homes, and that means you’ve likely had an opportunity to take stock of the home projects you’d like to do. Whether it be something simple like switching out a piece of furniture or more complex such as adding another bathroom, this extra time is a great opportunity to make it happen.

 

Time for a touch up.

Take a look at the state of your doors and window frames, and pay attention to any chipping paint or if re-caulking needs to be done. Th...
Pandemic Home Renovation Trends
CENTURY 21 Select Group 3 years ago

In the first days of the COVID-19 pandemic, economists predicted that the market for goods and services would grind to a halt for months or even years to come. However, in reality, the real estate market, including both the selling of homes and the improvement of existing properties, has grown in strength over the intervening months. Even for homeowners who aren’t thinking about selling, home renovation projects are experiencing unprecedented interest and generating robust economic activity.

 
Back-To-School Tips For Keeping Kids Healthy
CENTURY 21 Select Group 3 years ago

Sending your child back to the classroom this fall? Here’s a pediatrician’s advice for keeping them healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Back-to-school looks very different this year. And parents everywhere are asking themselves (and their pediatricians), “should I send my child back to school?” There’s no doubt that school plays a critical role in kids’ lives, not only for their educational needs, but for their emotional well-being. But with COVID-19 cases rising in some areas, and the uncert...
Is Now the Time to Refinance Your Mortgage?
CENTURY 21 Select Group 3 years ago

There are a large number of Americans struggling right now because of the effects of COVID-19. There’s no question the economy has taken a hit and, in turn, a lot of families have had to pay the price financially as well.

However, if you own a home, one of the options to help reduce your monthly payments and save money is to refinance your home loan, and with this changing market, refinancing is certainly something to consider. This process won’t be for everyone, but it’s a good first step to t...
Take Advantage of Free Disinfectants: How To Fill Your Home With Sunlight and Fresh Air
CENTURY 21 Select Group 3 years ago

Take a deep breath. Is the air inside your home stuffy? Don't delay: Open a window and let fresh air and sunlight into your quarantined space. It won't just help make your place smell better and feel fresher, it can also make your home healthier. And it may just help elevate your mood in these stressful times.

With a pandemic raging, the Centers for Disease Control recommends all households "increase ventilation by opening windows or adjusting air conditioning." This call for fresh air is in add...
CENTURY 21 Select Group 4 years ago

During this unprecedented time, we at CENTURY 21 would like to thank all our local heros from the bottom of our hearts!

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