Dannielle E. Simiele at Coldwell Banker Prime Properties

6 Ways to Reduce Your Carbon Footprint at Home More homeowners are concerned about doing their part to protect the environment. When you reduce your carbon footprint, you not only leave the Earth a little cleaner for future generations but also save more money. You can make a big difference by using just a little less electricity, fuel, and water. A...

10 Common Home-Selling Mistakes If you're considering selling your home, you may believe it's an easier process than buying a house. While being on this end of the transaction does have its advantages, homeowners should be aware that it's easy to make costly errors. When you're ready to begin the process of selling your home, try to...

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5 Ways to Buy a Home That Won't Bust Your Budget Buying a house is one of the most significant financial decisions of your life. Many first-time buyers believe such a decision involves going "all-in." Buying a house does not mean you have to overextend your finances. There are many ways that you can buy a home without busting your budget. With a little...

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Eight Ways to Protect Yourself from Identity Theft Identity theft can happen to anyone, especially in an era when so many transactions happen online and so many of us rely on mobile devices to make purchases. The costs of identity theft are often severe, with lost funds, damage to your credit score, added stress, and extensive time spent addressing the...

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What's Included in a Monthly Mortgage Payment? If you thought the only number you needed to calculate before buying a house was your down payment, think again. Though the down payment is a vital element in the sale, and often one that many first-time homebuyers place the most focus on, it's essential not to neglect the other significant expense following...

Selling Your Home? How to Decide Which Is the Best Offer Selling your home is quite an undertaking. While the ideal scenario is to find a buyer that is willing to meet your terms and accept your price, many sellers receive multiple offers that are each appealing in their own ways. Fielding too many offers is certainly more preferable than receiving none at...

Which Home Improvement Projects Are Booming During the Pandemic? With most homeowners spending much more time in their houses during the pandemic, it's no surprise that home improvement projects are on the rise. The average home is now the setting for work and school in addition to being a place for relaxing, gathering, and entertaining. While we don't yet know when...

What is a Short Sale? Watch any popular real estate show on television, and you've probably heard a lot of different takes on short sales. Some people swear by them, while others avoid them. But what is a short sale all about? A short sale is the sale of a property for less than the mortgage amount. Short sales aren't quite...

First-Time Buyer? 10 Things No One Tells You Buying a home is one of the greatest feelings, but it can also seem like one of the most stressful and confusing processes. As one of the largest financial purchases an individual will ever make, homebuyers must be as informed as possible. Unfortunately, many facts aren't readily known by most buyers...

A Good Night's Sleep Starts with the Right Mattress Many home improvement projects make your house look beautiful, but making changes to improve your sleep will change your life. If you're considering a home improvement that involves your bedroom, you'll want to choose soothing colors, perfect your lighting, and add some comforting decor. However,...

Buying a House During a Pandemic It's no secret that COVID-19 has negatively impacted the U.S. economy. However, in many parts of the country, the housing market has remained surprisingly strong. If you're thinking about buying a house soon, you can expect a few things to be different. Consider these things when you're purchasing a...