Tracey Bridges, Realtor

06/04/2026

June's featured market insight: When the Market Feels Personal. Plus, curb appeal inspiration, tips for house hunting with kids, and much more!

🏡 Your June 2026 Update from Tracey Bridges, REALTOR® - Bridges Consulting Group

06/03/2026

You’re dashing out of the house, late for work, when the garage door opener malfunctions. Check to see if you can put a quick end to your frustration with one of these simple fixes.

Garage door openers are a tremendous convenience, but they can be temperamental. Let’s solve some of the most common frustrations.

06/01/2026

You may hear the term broker price opinion in the course of working with a mortgage lender. Is that the same thing as an appraisal, or a comparative market analysis? Read this article to understand the similarities and differences among these means of valuing property.

You may hear a mortgage lender refer to a broker price opinion. Is that the same thing as an appraisal, or a CMA? Not really and here's why.

05/29/2026

📍 When considering where to purchase a home, location remains a critical factor, and here's why.

05/27/2026

Installing a home solar energy system can offer significant savings on your electric bill and less dependence on “the grid.” But beware of unscrupulous salespeople trying to rip you off. Here’s how to safely go solar without getting scammed.

Solar energy offers you the chance to save money on your electric bill, but scammers take advantage of consumers with schemes to take their money.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, let us honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

05/22/2026

📈 Make sure to understand all of the tax benefits available to you as a home owner by watching this video.

05/20/2026

Neighborhoods can have either public streets or private. The difference determines who is responsible for maintenance costs. Here’s a guide to understanding who pays for what in your neighborhood.

You may be confused as to who is responsible for maintaining the neighborhood streets when it is privately owned. Find out the all the information here.

05/18/2026

FHA loans help many financially challenged buyers achieve the goal of homeownership. But to protect lenders and buyers, the agency has minimum standards for the property’s condition. Here’s what you need to know before you begin your home search.

The FHA accommodating lending standards help financially challenged Americans to achieve the dream of homeownership. What are these requirements?