Alyce Situmorang -Realtor

05/05/2023

✨Available now!
Landon Homes in Frisco,Tx
Symmetry Series

$615,000-$647,000
~3 bed+
~2 bath+
~1909-2469 sq ft

For more information please call:

Alyce Situmorang, Coldwell Banker Apex
📲310.562.0241

05/01/2023

Is your kitchen clutter getting the best of you? Try these five simple solutions.

If chaos in the kitchen is sending you to the drive-through window a bit too often, it’s time to take control with the help of some time-saving, storage-friendly kitchen hacks. Here are five to get you started. Pull-out shelves. If you have to kneel down and rummage through deep corner cabinets, p...

04/29/2023

From deck to screen-in porch, here’s what it takes to make your outdoor living dreams come true.

A deck can be a little slice of paradise…except for the scorching sun by day and the insects by night. So why not turn that deck into a screened-in porch? Here’s an outline of what it takes. Get proposals. Using online and personal referrals, ask three contractors for proposals and quotes. Make ...

04/28/2023

If you own property with water on or adjacent to it, what are your rights to its use? Here is a quick summary of your water rights as a property owner.

Property owners with water geographically connected to their land need to know their legal rights. The water could be a river, lake, the ocean or even the water underground. Types of water. Three basic types of water may have a connection to your property. A watercourse is any lake, river or stream....

04/26/2023

When moving dates don’t align, renting a storage unit can be a great short-term solution. Here’s what you need to consider.

While it rarely makes sense to store items long-term — the rent will eventually exceed the replacement value of your possessions — storage units can be a great help in short-term situations. When you need to move out of your old home a few months before the new home is ready — or you’re taki...

04/24/2023

With the swipe of a cell phone, take command of your home. Here are six systems that will make your house the smartest on the block.

Thanks to smartphone technology, homeowners can take control of the major systems in their houses with the tap of a finger. We’re talking lights, thermostat, door locks, sprinklers — even the TV. Here’s a quick rundown of what’s available. Home security. Smart systems are extremely customiza...

04/22/2023

Have ceiling fans become a design fossil? Not so fast! These models will make your head spin with possibilities.

If you watch any of the TV design shows, the ceiling fans seem to be ignored in makeovers. By omission, you could easily get the impression they have become a design faux pas. The fan industry sees things otherwise and has some sleek designs hitting the market. Fan makeover. Forget the brass trim an...

04/21/2023

Thinking of buying a home with an in-ground pool? Ask these five essential questions before taking the plunge.

When you’re searching for your dream home, it’s easy to get excited about a perk like an in-ground pool. But before you sign on the line, you need to know what you’re diving into. Here’s a list of questions to consider before buying a home with a pool.

04/19/2023

How exactly does your real estate agent get paid? What you need to know about all that fine print.

When a home is listed for sale with a real estate company, the seller is ultimately agreeing to pay both the listing agent and the buyer’s agent and their respective companies. In some cases, the commission may be a percentage of the sales price or it may be a flat fee. When and how the […]

04/17/2023

Changing your air filters is easy -- once you know the best filters to buy. Save yourself some time and trouble with this cheat sheet of types and prices.

Homeowners expect their houses to be warm in winter and cool in summer, but don’t take those comfortable temperatures for granted. Regularly changing the air filters is an essential task. HVAC systems move air in a continuous loop through the house. An intake vent uses a fan to pull air from the r...

04/15/2023

If you own a dog or cat, you’ll want to bookmark this article that lists poisonous and pet-friendly plants.

Although dogs and cats are carnivores, they sometimes will munch on plants that are potentially hazardous. Here’s a list of some common indoor and outdoor plants that are dangerous to pets and a second list of plants that are pet-friendly. Plants that can be hazardous to pets. Azalea can cause vom...

04/14/2023

Check this handy list of essential chores for move-in day, and save yourself a lot of heartache.

If ever there was a day requiring a detailed checklist, it’s Moving Day. Here’s a life-saving list to get you through what can be a drama-filled 24 hours. Clean up. You never know how well a seller will leave your new home so it’s best to plan on a comprehensive cleanup before you move your [....