Terri Crabtree Realtor

02/13/2022

Have a Wonderful 2022!
Please contact me if you have any housing questions or need to buy or sell.

07/14/2020

Despite COVID-19, rampant unemployment, and an uncertain economy, it's actually a great time to sell a home. Experts and economists explain why.

11/14/2019

Although you might think you already know how to use a ladder safely, a little refresher couldn't hurt.

10 Safety Tips for Using a Ladder Most homeowners are bound to use a portable ladder at some point, whether it be for cleaning out the gutters, painting, inspecting the roof or hanging festive holiday decorations. When up on that ladder, though, it’s important to stay safe and avoid falls. Every y...

11/07/2019

Looking to sell your vacant home? Here's what you need to know.

5 Tips for Selling Your Vacant Home Selling a home always requires work, but selling a vacant home can demand a bit of extra attention. When furniture is removed, any flaws or quirks will be laid bare. And without a family tending to the space, dust settles faster than you may realize. Below are a h...

10/31/2019

A loan for a tiny home can be difficult to get, but it's not impossible. What type of tiny home would you go for?

Financing Your Tiny Home Loan Tiny homes don’t cost much, but they can require a tiny mortgage. Unless you have $30,000 in cash to buy the average tiny home of 200 square feet, it can be difficult, if not impossible, to get a mortgage on a tiny home. A mortgage requires that a home be placed on a ...

10/24/2019

Take a look at the pros and cons of painting vs. staining!

Should You Paint or Stain Your Kitchen Cabinets? So you’ve got new kitchen cabinets. Congratulations! But now what? For those wondering how to finish their brand-spanking-new cabinets, we run down the pros and cons of painting vs. staining—the two most popular finishing avenues. The kitchen is o...

10/17/2019

These tips could give you a better chance of getting your house off the market quickly.

4 Ways to Prep Your Home for a Faster Sell Do you plan to put your house on the market? Are you ready to get the selling process over with quickly? There is no better time than now! Here are four tips for getting your house ready to list for a ton of interest and potential bids: Give Your Yard Atten...

10/10/2019

New to town? Get to know the neighborhood with these tips.

Home Sweet Home: 8 Tips to Help You Settle Into Your New Zip Now that the dust has settled and your belongings are put away, it’s time to get a lay of the land. Whether you moved a few houses down the street or across state lines, settling into a new location can be a fun adventure…so long as yo...

10/03/2019

If the house you want requires repairs, a seller might be willing to lower the sale price.

How to Negotiate Price If the House You Want Needs Work If you’ve fallen in love with a house that needs repairs or remodeling, you might be able to convince the seller to lower the price. In some cases, however, that might not be possible or financially beneficial. Are Repairs Necessary, or Do Yo...

09/26/2019

The answer might depend on which type of home repairs you need to make.

Should You Use Home Equity to Finance Repairs or Wait and Save up the Money? If your home needs repairs and you don’t have enough money in your bank account, it can be tempting to use your home equity. Doing so might be your best option in some cases, but it can be risky. When and How to Tap Into ...

09/19/2019

Has your neighbor's neglected yard turned into an eyesore? Keep the peace by addressing the situation with a pleasant, neighborly chat.

What to Do If Your Neighbors Neglect Their Property When prospective buyers look at a house, they also pay attention to the neighborhood as a whole. One unkempt, overgrown yard can lower the value of surrounding properties, even ones that are immaculately maintained. If you’re concerned about how ...