Diedra Hopkins - Realtor

09/11/2026

We honor those lost but not forgotten. https://www.myhouseopedia.com/patriot-day-remembering-9-11

09/09/2026

Does location still matter in real estate? Yes - more than ever! Read on to understand why.

Location is obviously important when considering where to purchase a home, but is it still the most important thing to consider? The answer is yes. Here’s why.

09/07/2026

Hard work always pays off. Enjoy your Labor Day! https://www.myhouseopedia.com/labor-day-celebrating-the-american-worker

09/05/2026

When the kids don’t want your stuff, what’s a grandma to do? Here's a step-by-step guide to sorting your life’s accumulations.

Baby Boomers fretting over what will happen to all their belongings when they die have good reason to worry. Millennial offspring in large numbers are shunning their parents’ and grandparents’ precious furniture, household goods and collections. Instead of being insulted, experts suggest that Bo...

09/04/2026

If you are considering investment or commercial property, there are some tax advantages provided under Section 1031 of the IRS Code that can be of benefit. Learn about what qualifies and how it works here.

An IRS rule allows you to sell and reinvest in a similar new property while deferring capital gains taxes through a transaction known as a 1031 exchange.

09/02/2026

Finding your dream home no longer requires physical visits to dozens of houses. Instead, you can now save time and take virtual reality home tours to narrow your search. Learn how this technology is improving the home buying experience.

Technology has revolutionized the real estate industry. Agents once spent long hours showing homes in person to prospective buyers. Now, thanks to virtual reality home tours, buyers can take their first look at a home from the comfort of their sofas. Let’s take a tour of a new technology that is c...

08/31/2026

Bathing your beloved pet doesn’t have to disrupt the household. Here’s how to keep your pet and your home fresh and clean.

You love your pets, but you also love your home. Unfortunately, taking care of your pets can take a toll on your home. Here’s a pet-lover’s handy guide to keeping both clean and tidy. Since pet odors can be absorbed by carpet, cloth upholstery and drapes, keeping pets clean means a cleaner, fres...

08/29/2026

What do baby boomers and millennials have in common? Many boomers are giving up homeownership and joining millennials in the rental market. Here’s why.

Baby boomers and millennials may not like the same clothing or music, but they’re finding common ground when it comes to real estate. Together they comprise the fastest growing segment of apartment dwellers in America.

08/28/2026

Even without savings for a down payment, home ownership is achievable through a host of legitimate grants, credits and loans. Find out in this article how to buy a home with zero out of pocket.

The trend in home buying has moved away from large down payments. Saving money can be difficult for first time buyers. Here are some resources to consider.

08/26/2026

Unlike buying into a finished subdivision, if you purchase raw land you’ll be doing the development yourself. That presents many issues that an agent experienced in land sales can walk you through. Learn all about it in this article.

You may think that buying undeveloped land will be much simpler than buying a home. Not true! it’s so helpful to work with a knowledgable real estate agent.