Homes by Tim Smith

05/02/2022

03/18/2022

Some Highlights If you’re thinking about selling your house this spring, here are some things you’ll want to tackle before you list. Spend your time on tasks that make it feel inviting, show it’s cared for, and boost your curb appeal. To determine the full list of things you’ll want to tackl...

03/15/2022

Key Terms for Homebuyers

Some Highlights Knowing key housing terms and how they relate to today’s market is important. For example, when mortgage rates and home prices rise, it impacts how much home you can afford. Terms like appraisal (what lenders rely on to validate a home’s value) and the inspection contingency (whi...

03/15/2022

Closing Costs?

As a homebuyer, it’s important to plan and budget for the expenses you’ll encounter when you purchase a home. While most people understand the need to save for a down payment, a recent survey found 41% of homebuyers were surprised by their closing costs. Here’s some information to help you get...

03/09/2022

Wood-Look Tile vs. Wood:

Read this before you jump on the latest home flooring trend.

03/08/2022

Union ranked No. 8.... According to The Lane Report, Dwellics analyzed data on over 20,000 Southern cities in Texas, Louisiana, Kentucky, Mississippi, Alabama, Georgia, Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina and Virginia.

Union is one of the best cities to raise a family in the south, according to Dwellics, a city data analytics specialist that uses various categories and comparisons to help people find the best place to live based on their household characteristics and preferences. Union has a population of approxim...

03/07/2022

We are getting ready to set up our tables, fire up the grill and string some lights to create an inviting atmosphere for family and friends to gather and celebrate.

Here are a few ideas to plan your backyard barbecue, with bourbon—an adult beverage that’s all the buzz right now playing a starring role.

03/03/2022

A dozen ideas to help create an inviting first impression

We invite you to take a step out to your own curb, turn around and face your home and see which of these ideas might work to make it more inviting.

03/02/2022

When it comes to house hunting, what you see isn’t necessarily what you get.

Here's a helpful reality check on what does and doesn't come with a home sale—and tips to keeping some of those fixtures you absolutely love.

03/01/2022

A move-in ready property can look shiny and new, but if it was gutted and renovated quickly and cheaply, it could be a headache for a homeowner later on.

The sooner you can find out if your seemingly perfect home is a catastrophe in camouflage, the quicker you can back out.

02/28/2022

The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act made several changes for rental property owners that portend a more profitable enterprise than it used to be.

02/25/2022

Why Acting Strategically as a Seller Is Your Best Play