Marisa Bagley, NYS Licensed Real Estate Salesperson

Think outside! No box required! There’s nothing better than enjoying warm spring afternoon while the days start getting longer. Iced tea, lemonade, or a glass of chardonnay? Here are few simple design ideas for a backyard makeover on a budget: . .... . Build a DIY Deck or Patio Lay Down an Outdoor Rug Create a Stone Path Create Shade with a Pergola . . . #518RealEstate #DIY #backyardliving See more

What’s the first step of the home buying process? Getting pre-approved for a mortgage is the first step in the home buying process. A pre-approval letter from a lender gets the ball rolling in the right direction. Here’s why:... Knowing how much home you can afford narrows down online home searching to suitable properties Being pre-approved for a mortgage demonstrates that you are a serious buyer to both your real estate agent and the person selling their home Most real estate agents will require a pre-approval before showing homes Most homes will only allow pre-screened (and verified) buyers to view their homes.

Did you know, stress is a side effect of not having enough BBQs with folks close to your heart? Would you like a hamburger, a hotdog, or steak? Let’s get you home! #BackyardLiving #SummerTimeFun #SummerRealEstate #518

True or False: When selling a home, always replace bold paint colors with neutrals Answer: False Bold isn’t always bad. In fact, if you go too hardcore on the neutrals in your home, you risk creating a monotone effect that will hide interesting features and architectural highlights that would otherwise make your home stand out to potential buyers. The rule of thumb is to use bold colors in moderation, such as having a single feature wall in bold colors surrounded by complemen...tary neutral walls. #BoldOrNeutral #SetTheTone #518RealEstate

Are you using ‘smart tech’ in your home? Smart home technology is now here to stay and is spreading to more than just high-end homes. Systems are now being better integrated into hubs that can handle many different devices, tasks, and options at once. For example: Your HVAC system... Heating & cooling zones can now be integrated with automatic window shades and indoor lighting within the different rooms of your house. Smart electrical outlets Smart electrical outlets will know which locations are being used the most and least. As a result, it will conserve energy and allow for easier use Voice Controls Voice controls are becoming more readily available for popular technologies, allowing users to speak commands to make adjustments to their surroundings. Cooking, heating, cooling, and entertainment will never be the same. With just a bit of training, voice commands will be much easier to use than complicated remote controls. #SmartHome #518Realtor #BuyOrSell