Merlin Thompson

06/03/2026

You only get one shot at a first impression. That's why curb appeal is so important when selling your home. Get started with these 5 easy steps and then give me a call to get your home listed!

When prospective buyers arrive to peruse your newly listed home, will they get a good first impression of the front yard? Put your gardening gloves on and roll up your sleeves. We’ve got work to do. The front lawn, which plays a major role in the overall impression the property, should be lush and...

06/03/2026

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 Merlin Thompson, REALTOR®

06/02/2026

Attention Hometown Heroes! Did you know that this program offers incredible real estate benefits? You can save thousands of dollars when buying or selling a home with me. As a Hero, you could save an estimated $3,050 when purchasing a home, $1,800 when selling a home, and $1,250 when refinancing a home! Don't miss out on these amazing savings opportunities. Reach out to me and let's get started!

06/01/2026

A radiant barrier is a reflective coating on the underside of the roof decking. Did you know this addition can slash your energy bills by 15 percent to 25 percent? Here are some more high-tech energy savings tips.

Technology has accelerated the ability to have a super energy-efficient home. Here are seven must-have ways to slash your usage and cost. Cool roofing. The roof takes the brunt of the sun’s energy and absorbs heat, affecting the cooling of the whole house. Light colored roof shingles were introduc...

05/30/2026

In areas that have been hard-hit by drought, some communities are offering financial incentives for homeowners to ditch the lawn and replace with desert landscaping. Would you consider it?

05/29/2026

You can bring the feeling of the great outdoors inside your home with biophilic design. Here’s how.

Here’s our primer on biophilic design and how you can use its principles to bring the benefits of the great outdoors into your home.

05/28/2026

⏬ Download my Handbook for this Home Buyer's Checklist that will help you keep your home buying journey on track: https://www.houseopedia.com/homebuyerhandbook?id=939d

05/27/2026

Selling a unique property presents unusual marketing challenges. Let these ideas guide you in setting a price and creating the right marketing plan.

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05/26/2026

Attention all heroes! Are you looking to save big on your next real estate transaction? Look no further than Hometown Heroes. This program is designed to give back to those who serve our communities by providing real savings. Whether you're in the market to buy, sell, or refinance a home, I can help you save thousands. Contact me to learn more.

05/25/2026

Remember and honor all the brave heroes today who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.