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Buying

The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home

Buying a home is a huge milestone, and it’s easy to start daydreaming about paint colors, furniture arrangements, and even future remodels. But before you get too carried away, it’s important to take a step back and look at the full picture. The purchase price is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes […]
Buying

Smart Strategies for Buying Your Next Home

Buying a home is exciting. It can also feel overwhelming. From finding the right neighborhood to understanding market trends, there are many moving parts. Taking a strategic approach can make the process more enjoyable and help ensure you make a confident decision. Here are some key strategies to guide you through your home buying journey. […]
Selling

Pricing Your Home

Every property has a value, but that valuation can change depending on many factors. This can be confusing for owners trying to determine what their home is worth. For sellers, knowing your property’s market value helps you maximize your return. That said, pricing requires balance: ask too much and you may deter buyers; ask too […]
Home Tips

First-Time Homebuyer Tips: A Guide to Getting Started

Purchasing your first home is one of life’s most exciting milestones. It marks the beginning of new routines, memories, and possibilities. At the same time, the process can feel complex, especially for those navigating it for the very first time. From understanding financing to finding the right property, there are many steps along the way. […]

Buying The Hidden Costs of Buying a Home Buying a home is a huge milestone, and it’s easy to start daydreaming about paint colors, furniture arrangements, and even future remodels. But before you get too carried away, it’s important to take a step back and look at the full picture. The purchase price is just one piece of the puzzle when it comes […]

Buying Smart Strategies for Buying Your Next Home Buying a home is exciting. It can also feel overwhelming. From finding the right neighborhood to understanding market trends, there are many moving parts. Taking a strategic approach can make the process more enjoyable and help ensure you make a confident decision. Here are some key strategies to guide you through your home buying journey. […]

Selling Pricing Your Home Every property has a value, but that valuation can change depending on many factors. This can be confusing for owners trying to determine what their home is worth. For sellers, knowing your property’s market value helps you maximize your return. That said, pricing requires balance: ask too much and you may deter buyers; ask too […]

Home Tips First-Time Homebuyer Tips: A Guide to Getting Started Purchasing your first home is one of life’s most exciting milestones. It marks the beginning of new routines, memories, and possibilities. At the same time, the process can feel complex, especially for those navigating it for the very first time. From understanding financing to finding the right property, there are many steps along the way. […]

Home Tips Home Trends (Dining Room/Garage) With every passing year comes new trends that influence the way the interiors of homes are designed. 2025 is no different, with certain styles falling out of favor with others taking the stage. This article is the final of a three-part series where we will take a look at some of the popular styles becoming […]

Home Tips Home Trends (Bedroom/Bathroom) With every passing year comes new trends that influence the way the interiors of homes are designed. 2025 is no different, with certain styles falling out of favor with others taking the stage. This article is the second of a three-part series where we will take a look at some of the popular styles becoming […]

Home Tips Home Trends (Kitchen/Office) With every passing year comes new trends that influence the way the interiors of homes are designed. 2025 is no different, with certain styles falling out of favor with others taking the stage. This article is the first of a three-part series where we will take a look at some of the popular styles becoming […]

Selling Staging/Interior Prep If you are planning on selling your home, there are a lot of actions that you can take to ensure that it is appealing both inside and out. A pretty exterior can bring potential homebuyers into your home, but if the interior is cluttered and dirty, it will discourage offers. A well-staged home can actually […]

Selling Home Curb Appeal If you are planning on selling your home, there are a lot of actions that you can take to ensure that your home is appealing both inside and out. While the interior of a home is important, the exterior of it is the first impression that potential buyers encounter. Improving this curb appeal, or the […]

Home Tips Vacation Security Tips We all love a vacation. Whether it be laying out on the beach or going on a skiing trip, it’s nice to relax and take a break from our usual schedules. But wait! Did I lock the back door? Was that window left ajar? Did I leave the spare key underneath the doormat? Although you […]

Buying Mortgage Rates The current mortgage rate is always a hot topic in relation to housing. Let’s address the common refrain of “rates are too high, and I’m waiting for them to come down.” The Waiting Game. It’s natural to want the best possible interest rate. However, consider the cost of waiting. Every month you rent, you’re essentially paying […]

Selling Professional Photography in Real Estate Does professional photography matter when selling a home? When choosing to list your home, it’s important to consider how an agent will display your house to potential buyers. First impressions are everything, especially online when you’re house hunting. You never get a second chance to make a good first impression. Here at ERA, we know […]

Home Tips Make Your Yard an Outdoor Oasis Warm weather is here! Prepare your home for months of outdoor relaxation and entertainment. Whatever your spending limit, enhance an outdoor living space, making it more enjoyable, functional and inviting. From backyard landscaping tips to clever design schemes, turn your home’s exterior into an outdoor oasis for you and your family. Add a fire pit. […]

Home Tips Keep Your House Cool Five Ways to Keep Your House Cool (That Don’t Involve Air Conditioning) As summer temperatures rise, you may be wondering how to keep your house cool. Of course, air conditioning provides the relief most desire. However some may not have air conditioning, or for those who would like to manage their energy costs, there are […]

Buying Buying a House in the Summer Should you consider buying a house in the summer? Are you in the process of searching for your new home? If so, you might be wondering if it is a good time to start your search in the warmer months. Is summer a good time to house hunt? Let’s consider a few pros and cons […]

Team ERA The Team ERA Difference Ready to experience the Team ERA difference? The ERA Real Estate brand is not a one-size-fits-all kind of real estate company. In any stage of your real estate career, we’re dedicated to helping you grow without sacrificing what makes you different. Our job is to make sure you have the tools you need to grow, […]

Team ERA Join Team ERA Why Join Team ERA? Thinking of becoming a real estate professional? Here at ERA First Advantage Realty, we strive to provide our agents with the training, support, and community they need to jumpstart their real estate career, or get it back on track. Our goal is to set you up for success, and we’ve got […]

Home Tips Seasonal Home Maintenance Homeownership is a wonderful thing, but with it comes responsibilities. The change of seasons calls for home maintenance to do lists to make sure your real estate investment is protected and well cared for. When the seasons shifts, follow these few home tasks. SPRING If you can feel a hint of warmth in the air, […]

Home Tips Planning a Yard Sale? Here’s How to Make it Successful Spring is a great time of year to purge your home of unnecessary items and clutter. Why not organize a yard sale and see if you can earn a little money from selling those things? Follow these tips to make sure your yard sale is successful. Helpful Tips for Making your Yard Sale Successful Advertise […]

Buying How Community Trends Impact the Housing Market As the tri-state area continues grow, buyer and sellers should pay attention to new developments. If you are a homeowner or looking to buy a home in the future, it is important to know what’s happening in your community because these trends impact the housing market and home values. Retail and Lifestyle New malls, shopping […]

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