Mary Anne Hess at Coldwell Banker Prime Properties

10 Red Flags to Watch For When You're Buying a Home Building a wish list including a finished deck, central air conditioning, and other preferred features is part of the fun of buying a house. It's just as important to have a deal-breaker list with problems and shortcomings that should make you proceed with caution. Think twice about buying a house...

5 Ways an Agent Can Help You Sell Your Home So you're selling your home, and you've decided to save money by taking the DIY route. In reality, studies show for sale by owner (FSBO) homes sell for approximately 30 percent less than homes represented by a real estate agent. Can you afford to pass that up? Here are five significant reasons why working...

9 Ways to Squirrel-Proof Your Bird Feeder Squirrels are cute, curious little creatures, but they can dominate your bird feeders and nibble their way through all the food. To make the situation more annoying, they can even chew on your feeder and destroy it. If you'd like to feed birds without interference from squirrels, try the following tips...

How to Clean a Dishwasher When is the last time you washed your dishwasher? When it comes to home improvement projects, rarely does appliance maintenance top the list. It's wise to keep in mind that all appliances throughout your home require routine maintenance and thorough cleaning is one of the most important tasks you can...

Did You Budget for Closing Costs? Buying a house requires a significant financial investment one which many prospective buyers aren't fully aware of. The two elements that receive the most focus are the mortgage calculations and the down payment. Although it's wise to determine how much home you can afford before you begin your search,...