Heather Cortes, Realtor

06/19/2026

Happy Juneteenth - Celebrate this day of freedom!

06/18/2026

Brown paper and bubble wrap may not be enough when packing delicate objects. Use this important guide for a safe and accident-free move.

Moving is stressful enough, but extra care must be paid to the safe packing and transport of special items such as pianos, large mirrors, fine art and sculptures. Here’s how to safely move precious cargo to your new home. Pianos. Moving a piano is in a class by itself. Small upright pianos weigh m...

06/17/2026

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06/16/2026

An open house tour is a great way to get the feel of a home, but don't forget to also check for hidden problems - like water damage. Here's a good list of additional things to consider.

Open houses are a great opportunity to check out a home and ask a lot of questions. Make the most of your touring by paying attention to these important factors. The neighborhood. Take a lap or two through the neighborhood and even the wider community surrounding it before you even set foot in the h...

06/14/2026

A "Wrap Around Porch" (or Veranda) came historically from homes in the south where friends & family could relax and enjoy a cool breeze without the modern comforts of air conditioning. Would you find this a charming addition to a new home, or wasted space?

06/13/2026

Eyeing that new Instantpot for your kitchen? Consider these five appliances that are worth your countertop real estate.

Nearly every year, a new “must-have” countertop appliance appears on store shelves promising to transform your life. While some of these gadgets add convenience, others just take up valuable real estate in your kitchen. Before you buy that mini-donut maker, check out our list of five countertop ...

06/11/2026

Section 8 housing vouchers are designed to help low-income, disabled and elderly people afford decent housing. Here is how they work.

The federal government offers assistance to allow low-income families, disabled people and the elderly to rent homes through the Section 8 Housing program.

06/10/2026

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06/09/2026

You may hear the term broker price opinion in the course of working with a mortgage lender. Is that the same thing as an appraisal, or a comparative market analysis? Read this article to understand the similarities and differences among these means of valuing property.

You may hear a mortgage lender refer to a broker price opinion. Is that the same thing as an appraisal, or a CMA? Not really and here's why.

06/07/2026

Before hosting an open house, it's a great idea to make an info packet about your home, neighborhood and town to help buyers easily learn all the benefits of making you an offer. Learn more about prepping for an open house in this article.

You’ve decided to hold an open house to help sell your home. Think of it as your chance to showcase it. Here are several crucial steps to take in preparation for the big day. Acquire the buyer’s perspective. Set aside your emotional attachment to your home and think about it as a potential buyer...