When I decided to move a few years ago, I put a lot of thought into where I wanted to live. One of the key issues for me was to live in a part of town that is walkable. One of my favorite ways to exercise is to walk outside. I chose an area that is great for walking [...]
With only a few days left in 2007, time is running out to take advantage of some home related tax deductions. If you make energy efficiency home improvements to your primary residence by the end December 31, 2007, you may be eligible for a tax credit. Tax benefits are available for: windows doors skylights insulation heating equipment cooling equipment [...]
As a lifetime resident of St. Louis, I am the first to admit that we are a bit too hung up on high schools. We all laugh at the ongoing joke that the first thing that you’ll hear when you meet someone new is the question ‘Where did you go to high school?’. It’s hard to explain [...]
by Karen Goodman on December 20, 2007
in Sellers
When you are ready to sell your house, remember that the MLS listing is your home’s resume. If you wouldn’t send a resume to a prospective employer without your name, then you shouldn’t allow your MLS listing to be posted without a picture! As I have searched through thousands of listings in order to assist my buyers [...]
A few days ago, I had about 5 inches of snow sitting on my roof. I recently had my roof inspected, so I wasn’t concerned that the melting snow would cause any leaks. Do you think this roof leaked during our recent snow??? I drive by this home every day…it’s a few blocks from my house. I [...]
The number of available homes for sale in St. Louis County, St. Charles County and St. Louis City is going to be much higher in January 2008 compared to what was available in January 2007. The higher inventory levels of homes should provide savvy buyers with many great opportunities if they are ready to get off the sidelines and [...]