Qiana W. at Fathom Realty

06/16/2026

It's crucial to understand the roles of an appraiser and an inspector when buying a home. While an inspector focuses on the home's condition and functionality, it's the appraiser who determines the property's market value.

How much is a home worth? That’s the crucial question asked by home buyers and their lenders in a sales transaction. It’s up to a professional real estate appraiser to analyze the property and market data to come up with the market value, which can dramatically change the outcome of a deal. What...

06/14/2026

🌺 From a fresh coat of paint to luscious flowers, stage your exterior for maximum wow factor because the journey to a dream home starts at the curb! 🌿🚪

06/13/2026

Adopting a puppy is an exciting but challenging time. House-training is a crucial aspect that requires patience and consistency. Here's a guide to help.

Adopting a puppy is exciting but also a bit nerve-wracking. Here are some useful tips to house-train a new pet without the stress and mess!

06/11/2026

If you are thinking about improving your home's resale value by way of landscaping or structural improvements and you have an HOA, be sure to get approval from the Architectural Control Committee. Here are some tips on how to accomplish this.

In neighborhoods with an HOA, you must get approval for remodeling projects from the association’s architectural control committee (ACC).

06/09/2026

After moving in to your new home, be sure to find out where the water shut-off valve is located. You never know when you'll need it! Here is a handy checklist of things that should also be done on move-in day.

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 be...

06/07/2026

🛋️ Arrange furniture to create a natural flow throughout the home. Avoid blocking walkways and highlight the best features of each room.

06/06/2026

Placing a TV in a room can be tricky. Here’s how to choose the perfect place for your television.

It’s playoff time, and you’ve treated yourself to a brand-new wall-mounting television with all the bells and whistles. Before you mount, consider these important factors. Don’t put your TV above the fireplace. The heat and soot created by the fireplace may ruin your new TV. You wouldn’t lea...

06/04/2026

Can you count a Sunroom or Bonus Room as a bedroom when listing? Here's how you can determine.

When selling your house, does room count matter? What defines a room? And who gets to decide? How much will it affect my bottom dollar?

06/02/2026

Did you know that homes situated with scenic views of mountains, hills, or forests can see an increase of 5% to 12% in resale value? Something to definitely keep in mind as you are house hunting! Here are some more resale items to consider.

Savvy shoppers think ahead to what a property offers future buyers with resale in mind. Be careful not to narrow your resale options when buying a home.

05/30/2026

Overwhelmed at the thought of decluttering for a move? Find out how to hire a pro or consider other solutions here.

Whether it’s years of accumulated clutter, old appliances, or household chemicals, it has to go. Is it a DIY job? Or do you need to call in the professionals? Here’s what you need to know. Identify the different types of trash in your home. Your household waste falls into three categories and ea...