Denise Johnson Real Estate

05/14/2026

Tired of spotty Wi-Fi coverage in your home? A Wi-Fi extender or mesh network may solve the problem.

Sometimes the router in a home Internet system doesn’t cover all areas equally. A Wi-Fi extender or a mesh system may be the solution to those dead spots.

05/12/2026

You may hear the term broker price opinion in the course of working with a mortgage lender. Is that the same thing as an appraisal, or a comparative market analysis? Read this article to understand the similarities and differences among these means of valuing property.

You may hear a mortgage lender refer to a broker price opinion. Is that the same thing as an appraisal, or a CMA? Not really and here's why.

05/10/2026

Wishing all the great moms out there a Happy Mother's Day!

05/09/2026

While the most expensive, remodeling your kitchen is one of the biggest improvements you can make to increase home value before selling...and if you can DIY it, you can make even more. Read on for more tips about DIY home projects that pay off.

If you’re talking about a potential home renovation project, it’s important to know if the money you put into the project will translate into more money down the road when, or if, you sell your house. Some projects will pay off handsomely while others will not. And, sometimes, it’s how you do ...

05/07/2026

Forget keeping up with the Joneses - it’s enough just to keep up with all the batteries, filters and personal items around your house that regularly need changing. Here’s a list of seven household items that need regular replacement.

Household items need replacing to maintain your home and your personal care. Here’s a reminder list of seven household items to replace regularly.

05/05/2026

Wishing you a happy & festive Cinco de Mayo!

05/03/2026

Let's talk downsizing - Could you live in a tiny home?

05/02/2026

If you think that repairs are likely going to be needed to your home, you may want to go ahead and have an inspection done before listing so that you can be proactive and minimize the punch list that's forthcoming. Here are some more good reasons to have this done.

In certain situations,the seller should be proactive and spring for a pre listing home inspection. When is this a good idea?

04/30/2026

The vast majority of citizens pay scant attention to decisions their town council makes. But by becoming knowledgeable and involved, you can help shape the community in which you live. Here’s what you need to know about town councils and their meetings.

You may not have considered attending your town council meetings until a project affects your life in the community. Here's what you need to know.

04/28/2026

You may or may not have kids who will be attending local area schools, but either way you should always consider resale value when buying a home - and that involves researching the quality of local area schools. Here's a guide on how to pick the right school district for your home.

When hunting for the perfect home for your family, more comes into play than a fantastic floorplan and your favorite restaurants nearby. If you have children, or plan to, school assignments are of major importance. Lots of choices. In some neighborhoods, particularly in metropolitan areas, parents m...

04/26/2026

Bedside fans can be a great way to stay cool in the night & drown out any noise for a deep sleep. Are you a fan?