Seema Chandna, North Carolina Realtor

09/27/2026

Does this mix of traditional and modern too busy or the perfect balance?

09/26/2026

One great way to give your home an appealing update before listing is to clean and re-stain any exterior decks. This article will guide you through the process of this weekend project.

Wood decks need periodic refinishing to extend their finish and texture for many years to come. Here’s how to restore your deck’s beauty.

09/24/2026

Owning rental properties is a great wealth building investment, but finding good tenants is crucial. Here’s a guide to getting - and keeping - great tenants.

Great renters make your investment pay off, but to get them, you must also put time and money into screening tenants and keeping them.

09/22/2026

Does living in a rental mean accepting bland decorating? You may have more flexibility to change the look than you realize. Here’s how to bring your unique look to your landlord’s property while you wait to move into your own home.

If you cooperate with your landlord, you may be surprised how much freedom you have to make your rental your own. Here are tips for decorating your rental.

09/20/2026

Quick Poll: Are you a fan of Farmhouse sinks? Why or why not?

09/19/2026

If you have stainless steel appliances, you know how hard it is to keep them looking good. When selling your home, it's important to be on top of keeping them clean and smudge-free...especially if they will be included in the sale. Here are some tips on how to easily achieve that brilliant stainless shine before you show.

Stainless steel appliances are gorgeous -- until they’re streaked, smudged and full of fingerprints. Want to keep them looking like they did in the showroom? Here’s how. Warm water with a little dish soap is a great first step. Using a microfiber rag, wipe back and forth with the grain of the br...

09/17/2026

You were excited about the sparkling new appliance you bought, but now it isn’t working. Here’s how to handle that big-ticket purchase gone wrong.

Home appliances offer great convenience … until they don’t. So what should you do when that sleek new appliance has a defect?

09/15/2026

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...

09/13/2026

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

09/12/2026

What all is involved in adding a swimming pool and how will it affect your home's resale value? Here’s an article to help you decide if you want to jump in.

If you’ve always envisioned yourself the proud owner of a backyard pool, what will it take to make that dream a reality? Here’s a step-by-step outline of the process. Considerations. Building a pool brings benefits and costs. Family fun, hours of relaxation and the beauty of its stone landscapin...