Connect Group at Fathom Realty

09/25/2024

Would you choose a quaint seaside village, or do you like the hustle and bustle of city life?

09/23/2024

Did you know that staged home sell 79% faster than those that aren't? Here are some additional good reasons to consider investing in having your home staged when selling.

Before the “For Sale” sign goes up, smart homeowners typically make any necessary repairs and clean until their homes shine. Home staging is an extra step that savvy sellers take to prepare their homes for potential buyers. What is staging? Is it worth the trouble? What is home staging? The goal...

09/21/2024

If your neighbor’s tree falls onto your house or car, whose insurance is responsible? Check out our tutorial for the answer.

To paraphrase an ancient riddle, if a tree falls on your house or car, it definitely makes a sound. But whose insurance pays for the damage?

09/20/2024

Found the home of your dreams and ready to make an offer? Here's how it's done as well as the responsibilities of both parties.

Navigating competing offers when buying a house is tricky, and applicable laws vary from state to state. Here is what you need to know.

09/18/2024

What do you think of "Cottagecore" home design - homey or homely?

09/16/2024

If selling your home, make sure to remove all evidence of pets before showings - inside and out. Buyers don't want to see or smell your fur babies during (or especially after) they visit! Here's how to make a plan for your pets.

When putting your home up for sale, it’s crucial to make a plan for your pets. While prospective buyers may love their own pets, they don’t want to see -- or smell -- yours when touring your home. Here are a few ideas for keeping your pet’s presence low profile. Arrange for help. Boarding your...

09/14/2024

There are two categories of animals aiding humans: service animals and assistance or support animals. Know your rights regarding these animals under federal law.

People with a disability have certain rights under federal housing laws. Here’s an explanation of your rights regarding a service or assistance animal.

09/13/2024

A good credit score is important, but there are a lot of myths out there about what helps and hurts your credit profile. Let’s clear up some common misconceptions.

There’s a lot of misinformation out there about consumer credit. Here’s what will build rock-solid credit and what won’t.

09/11/2024

We honor those lost but not forgotten this Patriot Day.

09/09/2024

Depending on the state of your carpets, prior to listing you may need to have them replaced. However, you may be able to save money by simply having them cleaned. Here are some tips on getting the job done right.

Clean your home’s wall-to-wall carpet before listing for sale. Here are a few tips on carpet and area rug cleaning to stage your home in style.

09/07/2024

It’s a job we often forget: cleaning our window blinds. There’s no need to procrastinate! You can see the gorgeous outdoors through squeaky-clean blinds with these tips.

Cleaning window blinds is one of those household duties that’s easy to put off or forget entirely. Here’s our handy guide to cleaning window blinds.

09/06/2024

You may have rented apartments, but renting a home is different in many ways. Here’s what you need to know.

You probably think first of an apartment when it comes to renting. Instead, let’s consider the differences between renting a home versus an apartment.