Michelle Bonura CB American Homes

05/07/2026

What to Look for in a Move-In-Ready Home
Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and if you've been searching for a while, the phrase "move-in ready" probably sounds like music to your ears. But what does it actually mean, and how do you know if a home truly lives up to that description? Before you...

Buying a home is one of the most significant financial decisions you'll ever make, and if you've been searching for a while, the phrase

05/07/2026

Small Kitchen Improvements With Big Impact
A full kitchen remodel is a big commitment. It's a lot with te expense, the timeline, the weeks of eating takeout while your countertops are somewhere in a warehouse. But here's what most homeowners don't realize: You can transform the look and feel of your kitchen without tearing anything out. The right...

A full kitchen remodel is a big commitment. It's a lot with te expense, the timeline, the weeks of eating takeout while your countertops are somewhere in a warehouse. But here's what most homeowners don't realize: You can transform the look and feel of your kitchen without tearing anything out....

05/07/2026

How to Handle Multiple Showing Requests Efficiently
Getting multiple showing requests is a good problem to have. It means your home attracts attention. But if you're not prepared, a busy showing schedule can turn into a source of stress rather than a sign of momentum.
Talk to Your Agent Before the Requests Roll In
The best time to get organized is before...

Getting multiple showing requests is a good problem to have. It means your home attracts attention. But if you're not prepared, a busy showing schedule can turn into a source of stress rather than a sign of momentum. Talk to Your Agent Before the Requests Roll In The best time to get...

04/30/2026

What Sellers Should Know About Buyer Contingencies
Accepting an offer on your home feels like a major milestone. But the journey from accepted offer to closing table is rarely a straight line. Buyer contingencies are a normal part of nearly every real estate transaction, and understanding them before you get to that stage can make the difference between...

Accepting an offer on your home feels like a major milestone. But the journey from accepted offer to closing table is rarely a straight line. Buyer contingencies are a normal part of nearly every real estate transaction, and understanding them before you get to that stage can make the...

04/30/2026

How to Improve Water Efficiency Around Your Home
Water is one of those household expenses that quietly adds up month after month. In many parts of the country, conservation isn't just smart financially, it's becoming a necessity. Whether you're managing a sprawling property or a modest starter home, a few intentional changes can meaningfully reduce...

Water is one of those household expenses that quietly adds up month after month. In many parts of the country, conservation isn't just smart financially, it's becoming a necessity. Whether you're managing a sprawling property or a modest starter home, a few intentional changes can meaningfully...

04/30/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Flood Risk and Insurance
Flooding isn't usually top of mind when you're touring open houses. You're focused on countertops, closet space, and whether the backyard is big enough. Flood risk tends to sit near the bottom of the list—until it suddenly doesn't. Buyers who overlook it can face insurance costs they didn't anticipate,...

Flooding isn't usually top of mind when you're touring open houses. You're focused on countertops, closet space, and whether the backyard is big enough. Flood risk tends to sit near the bottom of the list—until it suddenly doesn't. Buyers who overlook it can face insurance costs they didn't...

04/29/2026

Look at the updated Oceanside Schools Market Watch Report.

With real estate being local, it's important to work with a local expert that understands the changing market.

04/24/2026

How to Prepare Your Home for Last-Minute Showings
Nobody's house looks its best on a random Tuesday. Dishes in the sink, shoes kicked off by the door, a jacket that never quite made it to the closet, that's just how people live. The problem is that when your agent calls with an hour's notice, suddenly, all of it needs to go.
Here's the thing, though:...

04/24/2026

What Happens Between Offer Acceptance and Closing
Your offer has been accepted. It's an exciting milestone — but if you've never bought or sold a home before, you might be surprised to learn that the journey is far from over. The period between offer acceptance and closing day is one of the most activity-packed stretches of the entire real estate...

04/24/2026

Storage Solutions for Homes Without Large Closets
Shallow closets and limited built-ins are a hallmark of many beloved older American homes — Craftsman, mid-century ranches, Cape Cods. It's one of the trade-offs that comes with the character and charm those homes offer. What it doesn't have to come with is clutter. A thoughtful approach to storage...

04/16/2026

What First-Time Buyers Should Know About Property Surveys
Buying your first home comes with a long list of steps, and a property survey is one you do not want to overlook. While it may not get as much attention as the home inspection or the closing disclosure, a property survey plays an important role in protecting your investment.
What Is a Property Survey?
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Buying your first home comes with a long list of steps, and a property survey is one you do not want to overlook. While it may not get as much attention as the home inspection or the closing disclosure, a property survey plays an important role in protecting your investment. What Is a Property...