A Brief Guide to Dating Authentic Old Houses Classic architecture goes in and out of style, but never completely goes away. Whether you’re on a leisurely Sunday afternoon drive, or exploring a neighborhood to potentially purchasing a historic home, it’s sometimes easy to get confused about whether a home is actually old or if it’s…
Top 5 Seller Mistakes and How to Avoid Them By Sarah Ray We’ve all heard the real estate buzz terms “seller’s market” and “buyer’s market.” Well, I’m here to tell you, we are solidly in a seller’s market! With incredibly low inventory rates, buyers are having to be more competitive than ever. This makes it…
Is this property right for you? By Wendy Tanson Buying land and building are an exciting proposition. The idea of hand-picking the setting for your dream home is a special one, indeed. If your plans include building, here are some recommendations to keep in mind as you search for that perfect piece of land. Perc…
You’ve found the one! The search is over, and you’ve found a home that fits your needs both now, and for the foreseeable future. Now what? It’s time to make an offer! Confer with your Nest agent to determine your starting price. This will depend on several factors, and may be higher or lower than…
Warm Weather Tips for Sellers and Buyers The spring market is a notoriously busy time for real estate. With many homes going on the market all at once, sellers and buyers alike need to be smart to achieve their goals. Here are some tips for sellers and buyers prepping for the spring market. Sellers: It’s…
The home buying process is never “one size fits all.” One of the important factors to consider is the state of your local housing market conditions, specifically whether it’s a buyer’s market or a seller’s market. What’s the difference? In a seller’s market, the demand for housing exceeds the inventory or available homes. In a…
There’s no place like home…it’s where we brew our first cup of coffee, and where we lay our heads at night…and currently, where we spend most of the moments in between! So to keep your home looking and feeling fresh this season, follow along with our printable Spring Maintenance Checklist. Some of these tasks are…
There are so many helpful things your agent can do, that you might think they’ll be able to get you exactly what you want in a home without any need to compromise. But realistically, this is not the case for most home buyers. But your buyer’s agent is the best person to have in your…
Architectural Home Features with a Cool Purpose Sometimes, architectural details only serve one purpose: to look pretty or interesting. But in many historic homes, an archaic detail that lends charm to the structure may once have had an important function beyond the aesthetic—often helping the home’s residents stay comfortable before the invention of modern HVAC.…
Finding the right mortgage lender to get that preapproval for a mortgage might seem daunting. Good news—your buyer’s agent is here to help! Ask your agent for recommendations and you can rest assured that they will give you the names of mortgage lenders they trust. At Nest Realty, we love all things local. That includes…
