Northern Poconos Real Estate News
After closing on your new home comes the excitement of planning where to put all your belongings. Which room is right for your comfy recliner? Which will be best to feature your favorite piece of artwork?
Before you start unpacking your belongings, there are several tasks you should consider completing before moving day. These jobs are easier to complete in an empty home but also will make your new house much homier when you move in.
Change the locks
As soon as you come into possession of t...
When it comes time to list your home on the market, the decision to sell shouldn’t be taken lightly. Rather than asking your Magic 8 Ball whether now’s the time to pack up your belongings and move into a new space, you’ll want to focus on a variety of factors to be sure your decision makes the most sense for you and your family.
Here are five telltale signs that will offer the best indication that you’re ready to get off the sidelines and make a move.
You’re financially ready. Purchasing a h...
Maybe you’re getting ready to downsize, or maybe you’ve been bitten by a minimalist bug. Whatever the motivation, it’s never a bad idea to streamline and get rid of the unnecessary stuff that’s cluttering up your life and home.Unfortunately, we often tend to hold onto certain things - especially big things - because we just don’t know how to get rid of them without adding to the ever-growing masses of landfill. Here are some solutions for safely and sustainably removing large items that are no l...
If you thought moving into your 900 square-foot apartment was tough, moving into your first home can be a real challenge. It’s hard to make the transition into your first home—knowing what items should be replaced and what needs to be purchased to fill a larger space.
Keep these moving tips (plus a helpful checklist) for first-time home buyers in mind for a smooth transition
Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
Chances are, as a first-time buyer, you don’t have an overabundance of items to pac...
So you’ve decided to make the big move, and now it’s time to put everything in boxes. First you think big-picture (furniture), and then you think small-picture and realize you own much more than you ever imaged. Packing can be a daunting task, but with some extra legwork at the beginning, your unpacking can become a walk in the park.
Labeling Hacks: The worst thing about packing is that once all the boxes are in the truck, there’s no remembering what went where. There are several techniques y...
Moving into a new home can be overwhelming. From cleaning to unpacking, your to-do list seems never-ending. However, it’s important to set aside time to walk through the below checklist. Completing these simple tasks as soon as possible can help you save big money in the future.
Install LED light bulbs. Although they’re more costly than regular bulbs, LED lights can save you a lot of money and energy use in the long run. Consider installing them in places where the lights might be left on...
