Daina Santaella, Oakstrand Realty

05/12/2024

Wishing all moms a Happy Mother's Day!

05/11/2024

Most homeowners enjoy tax deductions related to owning a house, but what happens when you sell that home? This guide will help demystify the tax implications of selling.

The tax advantages of buying and owning a home are well known, but what happens when you sell?Read on to learn about the tax benefit when you sell a home.

05/10/2024

LEDs are more affordable than ever, but is switching to the energy-efficient bulbs worth the hassle? This article sheds some light on the topic.

Cheaper than ever before, LED light bulbs are surging in popularity in American households Is it time for you to switch to LEDs?

05/08/2024

Sunny climates attract many retirees, but there’s a lot more to making your senior years golden than just weather. Here are seven key considerations.

There’s a lot to think about when it comes to choosing where to retire. Let’s take a look at seven factors you should consider

05/06/2024

Thinking of freshening up the inside of your home with a new color scheme? Check out these seven easy steps to a beautiful color palette.

Color schemes can make your home look hopelessly dated or vibrantly on trend. Here are seven tips to best choose a modern color palette.

05/05/2024

Wishing you a fun-filled fiesta on Cinco de Mayo!

05/04/2024

Your orange-colored brick was a smash hit … back in the 60s. Today, painted brick is a fresher, more stylish choice. Let’s look at what painting brick involves.

Painted brick is an exciting new design trend. Let's explore painting your tired brick exterior or that wall in the den as a good way rev up your decor.

05/03/2024

Don’t let your credit score surprise you, especially if you’re in the market to buy a home. Here’s what you need to know about that all-important number.

When shopping for a mortgage, one number, in particular, plays a major role -- a good credit score. Here’s what you need to know about improving your credit score.

05/01/2024

Clear space in your garage and learn how to hide those unsightly trash cans behind a handsome enclosure.

If you keep your garbage bins in the garage, why not free up space and move them permanently outside, tucked behind a decorative enclosure? Here are some gorgeous options for placing garbage bins out of sight and out of mind. Before you build. If you have a homeowners association, check first to see...

04/29/2024

Don’t disappoint today’s online buyers. Professional grade pictures and video are crucial to clinching a real estate deal.

More than 80 percent of home shoppers start their searches online, so it makes sense that the first impression of your listing be delivered with top quality photos and videos.

04/27/2024

Did that promotion come with a relocation package? Here’s what to expect when you move across the country or around the globe for a career opportunity.

Moving for your career is exciting whether you’re moving a few hundred miles or halfway around the globe. Here’s how to prepare for a smooth transition.

04/26/2024

If the thought of stripping that old wallpaper fills you with dread, fear not! Here’s a step-by-step guide.

It’s dated, ugly and needs to go. When the wallpaper in your home has seen better days, what’s the best way to tackle this messy job and keep your sanity? Check out this nine-step guide to a new look. Don’t skip the prep work. Remove all pictures, nails and screws from the wall to be […]