Nick Riggins Real Estate

10/20/2026

Cooler temps are around the corner - make sure to check and replace weather stripping on all doors and windows as a part of your seasonal prep. View a complete Fall Checklist for Homeowners here.

Fall brings cooler days, football, pumpkin spice and the perfect time to prep your home for winter. Here’s what needs to get done.

10/18/2026

Bring the seaside indoors with nautical décor. Do you think it's a classic look or too trendy?

10/17/2026

If your bathroom is closet-sized, try these big-design, small-space ideas before the showings begin.

If you have a small bathroom, you know it can be a challenge to make it work. Bathroom spaces need to be functional, of course, but that doesn’t mean that they can’t also have style. With the right fixtures, smart storage, and a few design tricks, you can create a great-looking bathroom that wor...

10/15/2026

Now that you’re working remotely from your home office, how do you clean up the unsightly tangle of cables and wires from all your devices? Use this guide to master that tangle tango.

The growth in home technology creates some unsightly cords hanging from everywhere. Here’s how to manage cords effectively and attractively in your home.

10/13/2026

Old man winter is coming! Time to get your vegetable garden ready for the cold so it will yield a bountiful spring.

A chill is in the air and the scent of pumpkin spice is in the air. It’s time to harvest and winterize your garden for the frosty months ahead.

10/11/2026

Is Farmhouse Décor here to stay ...or on the way?

10/10/2026

Are you ready to negotiate the sale price of your home with a buyer? Use these strategies to get top dollar.

When you get an offer to buy your house, take a deep breath and set aside your emotions. It’s time to negotiate using solid numbers based on the real estate market’s current conditions in your area. Crunch the numbers. Ideally, you and your agent did a Comparative Market Analysis or CMA before l...

10/08/2026

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.

10/06/2026

You are eager to buy a bigger, nicer house for your growing household. You have worked hard and saved. But costs associated with a bigger house go well beyond the increased price of purchase. Remember to account for these ongoing cost increases.

You’ve saved money, your family has grown and you’re thinking of buying a bigger house. Let’s see if you are financially ready for a larger property.

10/04/2026

Are you a book hoarder? Do you need a home library? Let me find you one!