Sandra Borland Homes - HomeSmart Connect, LLC

06/18/2026

If you're getting ready to sell, an open house can be a simple way to put your home in front of more potential buyers.

Open houses have been part of the home-selling process for decades, but many sellers still wonder whether they're worth the effort. This article looks at the potential benefits, including increased exposure, buyer interest, and opportunities to generate momentum when a home first hits the market. If...

06/17/2026

Real estate markets don't move in lockstep, and this ranking highlights why investors keep looking beyond the biggest headline cities.

This report highlights several U.S. cities that are drawing attention from real estate investors heading into 2026. The rankings look at factors like population growth, economic activity, housing demand, and market momentum. While every investment decision depends on personal goals and risk toleranc...

06/16/2026

If you’re thinking about relocating, state taxes can make a real difference in what your monthly budget actually feels like.

Fidelity’s guide looks at how state taxes can affect the real cost of living, especially if you’re comparing places to move. It’s a helpful reminder that housing costs are only part of the picture. Income taxes, property taxes, sales taxes, and local fees can all change what a move actually me...

06/15/2026

Buyers tend to move quickly when they feel they're competing with others, and that's one reason a well-planned listing strategy matters.

Most people think bidding wars happen after a home hits the market, but some sellers are generating interest well before their listing goes live. This article looks at the strategies that can build anticipation, attract more buyers, and create momentum from day one. While every market is different,....

06/14/2026

After a series of courts upheld the law, a group of business entities led by the National Small Business Association are asking the U.S. Supreme Court to weigh in to overturn the law.

Originally designed to deter fraud and abuse in businesses entities, the Corporate Transparency Act imposes new reporting requirements on many business entities, including condo associations and HOAs. But many groups are now challenging the law's key requirement to disclose ownership of corporate en...

06/13/2026

From furniture pieces to plants to paint colors, here are a few staples of the eternally chic.

06/12/2026

Pulling a listing and coming back with better photos, sharper pricing, or small repairs can make a much bigger difference than people expect.

As the housing market slows in some areas, more sellers are finding themselves in a position that was rare during the boom years: relisting a home that didn’t sell the first time. This article looks at practical ways to rethink pricing, staging, timing, and marketing before putting a property back...

06/11/2026

If a kitchen renovation is in the cards for you or you simply want to refresh your space, read on for inspiring expert insights.

There are plenty of spaces in homes that are prone to evolving design trends (actually, while we think about it—every type of space experiences trends fading in and out!). But one where we notice trends shifting the most? The kitchen. That's why we've tapped interior designers to share the biggest...

06/10/2026

A home with potential can be a great opportunity, but understanding the true cost of repairs is just as important as the purchase price.

Fixer-uppers can be appealing because they often offer more space, a better location, or a lower purchase price than move-in-ready homes. The challenge is knowing what renovations will actually cost once the work begins. This article explores common financial realities that buyers face, from contrac...

06/09/2026

Part of the appeal of buying a home is becoming the master of your own domain—no landlords, no lease renewals, just a space where what you say goes.

It's understandable that homeowners associations can cause some consternation. HOAs govern the rules of a community, from landscaping standards to exterior paint colors, and enforce them through fees and fines that homeowners have little choice but to pay.