Summer

Late Summer Buying and Selling Secrets

Most real estate experts would tell you that spring and early summer is peak season for buying or selling a home, and statistics show that they’re right. But that doesn’t mean that the rest of the summer is wasted time for people looking to buy or sell.

August, in particular, can be a productive month, as people are looking to move into better school districts, move before the less than desirable winter months come, and are more anxious to sell after months of unproductive showings.

Make the Most of Your Summer Produce

Every season delivers distinct flavors, and summer flavors are best described through seasonal produce. An abundance of juicy, nutritious fruits and vegetables makes for a delicious and healthy few months. However, these staple foods can be difficult to cook and preserve correctly, leaving you frustrated as you throw them away before getting a chance to use them. To get the most out of your summer produce and recipes, read the following tips.

5 Summer Staging Tips

Summer is the season when home selling really starts to heat up. According to a study by ATTOM Data Solutions, the months of June, July, and August are some of most seller-friendly months of the housing market.

But, despite the summer being a popular time for real estate, it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t put some work in when trying to sell your home. By using some of these staging tips, you’ll make your home more welcoming to potential buyers.

Maintaining Your Outdoor Spaces This Summer

Summer is prime time for your outdoor spaces. Whether the kids are running through the sprinklers or adults are jumping into the pool, playtime, entertaining, and celebrations are probably taking place outside. As homeowners begin to hold get-togethers once again, they’re looking for ways to optimize safety, so outdoor parties simply make sense. Make sure your outdoor spaces look and function their best with these maintenance and upkeep tips.

Grand Old Flag Display Tips

One of the greatest symbols of patriotism in the US in displaying the American flag. It’s important to know just why we have the guidelines that we do, and why following these federal rules are pertinent for displaying this American symbol.

We follow these guidelines for the simple reason that it’s a sign of respect. Letting it fall to the ground, or keeping it flying when dark outside, would not be the proper thing to do. Keep these in mind when putting your flag outside this summer!

Buying and Selling in the Summer Season

In most markets, the Spring season is the most important time of year for buying or selling a home. However, with stay-at-home orders imposed in many markets by mid-March, some new listings never saw the light of day. In addition, tightening in the mortgage markets and job uncertainty discouraged many buyers from looking for a new home this year.