Patra Payne

08/28/2026

A four season porch lets you enjoy the outdoors all year long. Would you say it's worth the investment?

08/27/2026

In addition to decluttering your kitchen counters, you will also want to address inside your cabinets as well since serious buyers will want to check for storage space. Here are some hacks you can use to curb the clutter.

If chaos in the kitchen is sending you to the drive-through window a bit too often, it’s time to take control with the help of some time-saving, storage-friendly kitchen hacks. Here are five to get you started. Pull-out shelves. If you have to kneel down and rummage through deep corner cabinets, p...

08/26/2026

The need to work remotely from home during the pandemic has led to cloffices - offices carved out of closets. Here’s how to create an effective workplace in a tiny space.

Tucking an office into a closet space carves out a dedicated workstation but uses minimal space. Here are some tips for creating a “cloffice.”

08/25/2026

🌳 When preparing your home for sale, curb appeal is crucial for a positive first impression that can influence potential buyers. Here's an outdoor checklist to enhance your home's appeal.

08/24/2026

FHA loans help many financially challenged buyers achieve the goal of homeownership. But to protect lenders and buyers, the agency has minimum standards for the property’s condition. Here’s what you need to know before you begin your home search.

The FHA accommodating lending standards help financially challenged Americans to achieve the dream of homeownership. What are these requirements?

08/21/2026

Dreaming of a home with a pool? Let me know!

08/20/2026

Congratulations - you’ve sold your house! After paying off your mortgage, you’ll have a tidy sum, but not all of that is yours to keep. First, you must account for the assorted costs of selling. Here’s what you need to know about the seller’s closing costs.

Both the seller and buyer must pay certain closing costs from the sales proceeds. What the seller actually receives is what’s left after those payments.

08/19/2026

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.

08/18/2026

🏡 Ready to sell your home and make a smooth transition to your next chapter? 🔑 Make your home-selling journey a breeze with my FREE Home Seller's Handbook!

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08/17/2026

You are eager to buy a bigger, nicer house for your growing household. You have worked hard and saved. But costs associated with a bigger house go well beyond the increased price of purchase. Remember to account for these ongoing cost increases.

You’ve saved money, your family has grown and you’re thinking of buying a bigger house. Let’s see if you are financially ready for a larger property.