Marla Gayle, Realtor - Fathom Realty

07/15/2024

Here’s how to find out if your home has asbestos - BEFORE you start that remodeling project.

07/13/2024

Dare we say it? Open floor plans aren’t for everyone. Here’s a list of pros and cons to see what works best for you.

07/12/2024

You've probably heard of the "MLS" as it relates to listing homes. Read this article to learn what it is and how it can help sell your home.

The Multiple Listing Service, or MLS as it is known in the real estate world, is the No. 1 source of listing information on homes for sale in the United States. Whether buying or selling, the MLS plays a big role in the marketing and sales of homes across the country.

07/10/2024

Here is your guide to achieving neighborhood yard envy without wasting water or emptying your wallet.

It’s more than a nice feeling to have a lush lawn and showy flower beds — it’s a solid investment in your home. In fact, according to some estimates, landscaping accounts for about 18 percent of the value of your home. But it’s important to be savvy about watering so that your investment doe...

07/08/2024

Work from home? Follow these tips to design a home office that increases your output, showcases your creativity and ensures your success.

For many, working from home sounds romantic. For those who actually work from home, working from home has its romantic moments, but it also has its challenges. There are those mornings when the bed feels way more comfortable than the home office. But designing an ideal home office helps these profes...

07/06/2024

As they say in real estate, location is key. Learn how to pick the right lot for the home of your dreams.

One of the first choices homeowners face when building from the ground up is choosing the location of their new house. How exactly do you go about picking a lot on which to build? Let’s examine the process of lot selection, whether you’re building a custom home or a tract home. Tract homes. When...

07/05/2024

Time for an open house? Here is your how-to guide to make your house shine.

It’s time to showcase your home with an open house. Your to-do list may be long, but the most basic of all is to clean it until it shines. Nothing is more fundamental to selling your house than to have it sparkling clean. Here are the basics. Consider hiring a professional. You may want to […]

07/04/2024

It's 4th of July! How are you celebrating?

07/03/2024

What do butterflies and buyers have in common? Both will be attracted to your home by these beautiful summer container plants!

Potted arrangements are a great way to add curb appeal — even during the summer when soaring temperatures can turn gorgeous potted plants into shriveled eyesores. When selecting plants for summer container gardens, look for varieties that can thrive in sun, heat, and potential drought. If multiple...

07/01/2024

Grab the popcorn and nachos, then sink into your favorite chair for the new buzz in home theater excitement.

There’s nothing like watching your favorite movies or gaming on a big-screen, high-definition TV. With technology and home furnishing trends constantly evolving, what is the latest in home theaters? The room. One of the things that made home theaters so unique when they first became popular was ha...

06/29/2024

Your home is your castle, right? But only to a certain extent. Protect your property by learning key legal terms and how they impact your purchase.

When you buy a home you may expect that you have complete freedom to do what you want with the property, that’s likely not the case. You will probably discover an encumbrance, or limitation, legally imposed upon you regarding its use. In other words, an encumbrance is any claim or interest held by...