Lancaster Berks Real Estate with Naomi Weaver

12/26/2020

Purge Your Closet of These 9 Things
Colder weather, and the current state of things, means you're spending a lot of time in your home, which makes now the perfect time to clean out your closet. If you've been busy with other home improvement projects, then this part of spring cleaning might have slipped through the cracks. Luckily, following...

12/25/2020

Look at the updated Eastern Lancaster SD Market Watch Report.

With real estate being local, it's important to work with a local expert that understands the changing market.

12/25/2020

Buying a House in the Winter
Thinking of giving new meaning to "home for the holidays" this year? Winter may not be the first-choice season for buying a house in the eyes of many shoppers, and that's precisely why it's an ideal time for savvy buyers to find the right home in an advantageous market. You will definitely have less...

The weather outside may be frightful, but you shouldn't be scared to buy a home this winter. Find out the unique advantages of buying in the winter.

12/24/2020

Home Selling Tips for Pet Owners
Dog, cat, bird, fish, and beyond – whatever species your companion is, you know a pet isn't just an animal. They're family! In fact, studies have shown a big yard for Fido to play in is a factor in many buyers' decisions about which homes to bid on. But what happens when you're on the other side of...

Buyers looking at your house may not love your pets as much you. Use these tips to make your house ready for all buyers.

12/19/2020

How to Remove Dog Odors From Your Home
There are plenty of home improvement projects that will add value to your home if you're selling and add comfort to your home if you're staying put. One of these home improvement projects is clearing out pet odors from your house. Lingering smells from dogs are particularly unpleasant — and worst of...

Those of us who live with dogs may not realize they can work up quite the smell. Here are some tips for keeping your home smelling fresh and clean.

12/18/2020

5 Times When It's Okay to Offer Over Asking Price
You've been thinking about buying a house for some time now, and you've finally found the perfect home. Your dreams are about to come true, and you're thrilled! But... it's not quite done yet. Before the house is yours, you'll need to make an offer, and the seller needs to accept it. This is a critical...

12/17/2020

How Home Equity Fuels Your Next Move
Selling your home is as much of a lifestyle decision as it is a financial decision. Like any other investment, you want to make sure that you're making financially responsible decisions every step of the way. One option that you have when selling your home is to use your current equity to finance your...

Your current equity can be a viable way of financing your next home. This overview will help you find the right option.

12/11/2020

What To Do When Your Basement Floods
There are many household problems that can be prevented with home improvement projects. Unfortunately, some homeowners may experience a household emergency that can rarely be prevented with even the best home improvement maintenance. A flooded basement is one of the most frustrating types of home damage...

A flooded basement is a nightmare scenario, but it's important to know the right steps in case your basement floods.

12/10/2020

Buying a House? 3 Ways to Lose Your Earnest Money Deposit
Many first-time buyers don't know the financial obligations involved in buying a house. With so much emphasis placed on saving for a down payment, some people don't fully understand all other financial aspects of the transaction, including the earnest money deposit. I encourage all buyers, first-time...

It's no fun losing your earnest money deposit. Learn about the simple precautions you can take to save that money.

12/05/2020

6 Eco-friendly Updates for Your Home
Wouldn't it be nice to boost the energy efficiency of your home, improve your comfort, and benefit the environment in the process? Eco-friendly home improvement projects offer all of those benefits and more. Whether you're aiming to add value and increase buyer interest for an eventual sale or you're...

Helping the environment doesn't have to be costly, especially in your home. Follow these eco-tips to help keep costs down.

12/04/2020

What is a Short Sale?
Watch any popular real estate show on television and you've probably heard a lot of different takes on short sales. Some people swear by them, while others avoid them.
But what is a short sale all about, really?
Simply, a short sale is the sale of a property for less than the amount owed on the mortgage....