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The McCarthy Team at Remax

Name: The McCarthy Team at Remax
Address: South Bend, IN, US
Telephone: +15749684235

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The McCarthy Team at Remax

Connecting people with their dream offices, rentals and homes. Over 30 years experience in the Michiana area, we're ready to help you love where you live.

01/04/2023

If you are active on Instagram or TikTok, you've more than likely seen "The Ick" challenge.
According to Style Caster, "The Ick" is a modern dating term used to describe the feeling you get when the person you're dating does something, says something, or has something about them that makes you cringe. Think of the term "Ick" as being similar to a turn-off!

To sell your home quickly and for top dollar, address these issues to avoid giving buyers "The Ick"!

1. Unpleasant odors
2. Too much clutter
3. Funky or dark paint colors
4. An overgrown yard
5. Popcorn ceilings
6. Pet hair
7. Damp stains on walls and/or ceilings
8. Deferred maintenance
9. Dated light fixtures
10. Dirty windows
11. Deceiving listing photos
12. Dust, dirt, and grime

Looking to sell your home in 2023? Send the McCarthy Team a message and we'll make sure someone falls in love with your home.

01/02/2023

Your January Home Maintenance Checklist is here! 📩
With the holiday season coming to an end and 2023 just starting up; make your home maintenance a resolution for the new year!

12/31/2022

Goodbye 2022, and hello 2023!👋🏼
Out with the old, in with the new! Cheers to the New Year! 🥂 Wishing you a new year filled with success, happiness, joy, love, growth, and prosperity!

12/30/2022

Follow these 10 tips to prepare your house for a New Year's Eve party that both you and your guests will enjoy:

1. Clean out your coat closet or mudroom to make room for guests to store their coats, bags, scarves, shoes, and other cold-weather gear.

2. Stock your guest bathroom with plenty of toilet paper, clean hand towels, air freshener spray, and your favorite holiday-scented hand soap.

3. Set the mood with a festive jazz playlist!

4. Create a drink station with alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage options, straws, cocktail napkins, an ice chest or bucket, and plenty of glassware. Keeping the beverage area separate from the kitchen and dining area will help to keep clutter and traffic to a minimum.

5. Run and empty your dishwasher before the party to make room for dirty dishes, silverware, and glasses.

6. Stock up on plastic containers to send your guests home with leftovers.

7. Set the thermostat to a comfortable temperature (between 60 to 70 degrees is typically ideal for a party).

8. Grocery shop and prepare as much food as possible in advance to avoid last-minute cooking stress.

9. Plan a couple of holiday party games to keep your guests entertained throughout the night!

10. Create a cozy atmosphere by lighting a festive holiday candle, turning on your Christmas tree lights, and adding extra pillows and comfy blankets to your living room.

12/28/2022

The benefits of homeownership are close to endless, but being a homeowner also comes with responsibilities! Here are 10 things every homeowner should think about doing in the New Year:
1. Plan for emergencies by stocking your first aid kit, making a fire escape plan, and preparing your home for natural disasters and severe weather conditions.

2. Set aside money (even if it's just a small amount) each month to start or continue building a home emergency savings fund.

3. Review and update your home insurance policy.

4. Reduce your energy consumption by replacing your standard light bulbs with energy-efficient ones and making a habit of turning off the lights when you leave a room.

5. Donate items in your home that you no longer want or need to create a clutter-free environment.

6. Perform routine home maintenance to keep your home looking its best and avoid expensive issues down the road.

7. Boost your ROI by making home renovations or doing some DIY home improvements.

8. Upgrade your home security systems/cameras.

9. Review your household budget and look over your current expenses.

10. Build equity faster by making extra mortgage payments.

12/26/2022

Don’t waste time, money, or energy making home improvements that won’t add value to your home!
Here are 10 ways to increase your home’s value in 2023, from quick tasks to DIY projects to full-on renovations:

1. Give your walls a fresh coat of paint
2. Spruce up your landscaping by trimming the trees, taking care of your lawn, and planting some new shrubs
3. Power wash your driveway, sidewalk, and the exterior of your home
4. Give your kitchen an update with new countertops and appliances
5. Replace faucets and hardware in your kitchen + bathrooms
6. Update light fixtures and add more lighting to brighten up your space
7. Clean or replace worn rugs + carpets
8. Update your window treatments
9. Remodel your basement
10. Declutter and deep clean every square inch

Looking to sell your house in 2023? Your real estate agent will be able to tell you whether or not the home improvements you are considering will have a good ROI (return on investment). Wait to make major renovations until discussing your ideas with your realtor first!

If you are looking for a real estate agent in the Michiana area, we would love to grab lunch or coffee to discuss your 2023 real estate goals. Send the McCarthy team a DM and let's connect!

12/25/2022

Wishing you and your loved ones a warm + wonderful holiday season🎄
From my family to yours, Merry Christmas! May your day be filled with joy, love, laughter, and fun!

12/24/2022

The halls are decked, the holiday shopping is complete, the gifts are under the tree, and now it's time to pour a drink, kick back, and relax!

Wherever you are, whomever you're with, and whatever your plans may be this Christmas Eve, I hope your day is merry and bright!

Wishing you and your family a safe and happy Christmas Eve!

12/23/2022

Need a buy a gift for a new homeowner in your life?
Here are 4 gift ideas every homeowner is guaranteed to love:

1. A personalized doormat - lots of cute options to choose from on Etsy.

2. Modern house numbers - order on the Modern House Numbers website!

3. A Keurig or Nespresso coffee maker - purchase at your local Target or Best Buy.

4. A new house or first home ornament - check Target or Amazon!

5. A marble wine chiller paired with a nice bottle of wine - head to Crate & Barrel + your local liquor or grocery store!

12/21/2022

Going out of town for the holidays? Here are a few things you should do to prepare and secure your home before heading out the door.🎄✨
1. Ask a neighbor or friend to collect your mail, pick up packages that get delivered, and put your garbage cans out on trash day
2. Charge or change the batteries in your security cameras and check to make sure they are running smoothly
3. Turn your thermostat down to conserve energy while you are away
4. Set your indoor and outdoor lights on a timer (to make it look like someone is home while you are away)
5. Before you leave, be sure to lock all exterior doors, windows, and the garage
6. Don’t hide any spare house keys outside
7. Clean out your refrigerator and take out the kitchen trash to avoid coming home to all sorts of smelly, spoiled food
8. Put valuable items in a safe or stash them in a good hiding place
9. Test your fire alarms + carbon monoxide detectors and change batteries if needed
10. Unplug electronics around your home that don’t need power while you’re gone (to save energy and reduce the risk of starting a house fire)

12/19/2022

Moving can be stressful at any time of year, but even more so with the craziness of the holiday season.
Here is our survival guide to moving during the holidays: 10 tips to surviving a holiday move and staying sane amidst the chaos!

1. Combine your new address cards with your holiday cards
2. The holiday season is a busy time, so be sure to start packing as soon as possible
3. If you typically host your family's holiday gatherings, ask another family member to take over this year
4. Save room in the moving truck by donating items to a local charity
5. Think ahead as much as possible. If you have a fancy holiday work party to attend or gifts to wrap before your moving date, you'll want to wait to box up your high heels, formal dresses, scissors, and tape.
6. Put on some holiday music to make packing feel a little more holly-jolly!
7. Pre-order your holiday dinner from a local restaurant or make reservations to save time and hassle
8. Throw a packing party by inviting your friends over for some Christmas cocktails, appetizers, and an evening of packing
9. Be sure to set aside time to enjoy the holiday season
10. Give yourself the gift of movers!

12/16/2022

Accidents happen when you oftentimes least expect it, and with the holiday season comes a higher risk of house fires and burglaries.
Between the holiday parties, cooking, baking, decorating, and wrapping, mishaps are bound to happen. Thankfully, home insurance covers a majority of the most common holiday accidents.

Here are 8 disasters that are typically covered by a standard home insurance policy:

1. House fires caused by cooking, holiday decorations, candles, a fireplace, or your Christmas tree
2. Indoor and outdoor theft, including stolen packages, gifts, and holiday decor
3. Vandalized holiday decorations
4. Electrical hazards
5. Weather and storm damage
6. Water damage caused by the burst of frozen pipes
7. Accidents involving holiday guests
8. Alcohol related incidents that occur in your home

The holiday season is a busy time of year, and you don’t need any more stress added to your plate! Before the holiday festivities begin, make sure your homeowners insurance is up-to-date and review your policy to be sure you have proper coverage.

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