Laurey Davis Realtor

Happy #EarthDay! Here are some simple ways to celebrate Earth Day today (and every day!) and honor the beautiful planet we live on. How are you celebrating Earth Day?

Sometimes rejection in life is really redirection -Tavis SmileySometimes rejection in life is really redirection -Tavis Smiley

Barn Doors Is the Trend Over? For the past several years, it seems every design magazine or home décor center featured barn doors. These doors offered a warm, rustic charm to the space and offered a focal point for the home. As time went by, however, many designers and homeowners realized that these doors also had a downside: they did not... muffle sounds. Barn doors hang on an upper track and slide to the left or right as needed. As many people raced to be a part of this classic farmhouse décor trend, they were dismayed to find that they lost privacy, soundproofing, and the functionality of a closed door. So, is the trend over? The initial trend may have passed, but the use of barn doors has been reimagined. Barn doors now come in a wide variety of colors and styles. Clear or frosted glass doors can separate a home office Sleek metal might camouflage appliances in a modern kitchen A simple panel design could provide access to a formal dining room Barn doors are also used in more functional ways, on entertainment consoles or shelving Barn doors offer new options for creating or accenting various spaces in the home. By hanging on a simple track, they can be placed where other doors would require extensive construction alternations. They are lightweight and easy to install. The farmhouse style might be fading, but homeowners are finding creative ways to use barn doors; this versatile feature will likely be around for a long time. See more

You may have heard the phrase it’s a sellers’ market or that it’s selling season what does this phrase mean, though? Selling season usually begins when the weather gets warmer so around Springtime (April for much of the country). Investors flourish during this time because buyer demand goes up (which means sellers can increase their prices) AND homeowners have a chance to boost their curb appeal and launch successful open houses due to the warmer and longer days.... Overall this season brings about a much more inviting and enjoyable house-shopping/selling experience.

Planning on buying a home this Spring? Don’t forget these tips that can set you up for the best success: If you find a home that you love, don’t hesitate place a bid. Springtime marks the beginning of the busy season for real estate, so you don’t want to risk losing your dream home to another buyer. Get pre-approved. This is an important step no matter what season you’re buying in, but Spring is a highly competitive time of the year. Getting pre-approved early will help... streamline the buying process. Hire a real estate agent. Because it’s a busy time of the year, hiring a real estate agent especially one that knows the area will be the key to your success (and sanity). Focus on the motto of real estate: Location, location, location! If you like the location and you like the house, despite whatever decor the homeowners chose, then don’t sleep on the home and place your bid! Have all your documents in order. This will also streamline the home-buying process it can be a long and arduous process, especially during Spring. Having everything prepared will fast-track the process. Do you have any other tips to add? See more

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Happiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold. Happiness dwells in our soul. - DemocritusHappiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold. Happiness dwells in our soul. - Democritus

Can You Sell an Outdated House? It seems that everywhere you turn there are companies who advertise buying ugly houses. These messages offer to quickly buy any house, regardless of the condition. The problem is that their offers are often significantly below market value.... If you’re a seller whose home needs some attention, you might think these companies are your only option. Some of the offers sound attractive; quick sale, all cash, no commissions, and no fees. But before you do anything, it’s worth your time to call a local real estate agent for a second opinion. 3 Reasons to Call a Real Estate Agent Now 1. Free Advice The real estate agent will not charge you anything to simply come look at your home. 2. Your House Might Not Be that Ugly You may be surprised to find that your home is quite marketable. A few years ago, a 1950s mid-century modern home would have been considered a tear-down. Now, these ranch homes command top dollar and are in very short supply. 3. A Path Forward If your home does have some issues, the agent can offer some ideas about moving forward. They can suggest local contractors to provide repair/upgrade services or market to investors that might still offer significantly higher prices than the quick-sale guys. Even outdated houses sell. We are in a seller’s market in almost every part of the country. Selling your home has a large financial impact on you and your family. Don’t make assumptions about value, reach out to a real estate agent, and make sure you understand all your options so you can get the best offer possible. See more

When it comes to a person’s home, it’s not always nice to judge their decor choices. Every piece of furniture has its own, specific purpose, and how someone chooses to decorate their home is a very personal thing! Well unless it’s shag carpet. Then that’s gotta go.

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Spring is in the air! AKA, nature’s way of saying it’s time to party! So who brought the champagne?

The path to becoming a homeowner may seem confusing and overwhelming at first, but this guide should help ease the anxiety around the process! 1 Get pre-approved. Many people overlook this, but you’ll want to do this first, so you are aware of how much you can borrow. 2 Set a budget. Now that you know how much money you can borrow, it’s time to narrow down what property you can look at with a realistic budget.... 3 Save for a down payment. Though down payments are lower than in previous years, you should still save for a down payment to avoid financial obstacles. 4 Boost your credit score. A credit score is a critical player in the home-buying process. You can improve your score by avoiding large purchases and paying your bills on time.

Goodness does not consist in greatness, but greatness is goodness. -AthenaeusGoodness does not consist in greatness, but greatness is goodness. -Athenaeus

Choosing a paint color can be such a tough choice sometimes! Here are some tips to choose between the seemingly endless options: 1 The easiest, most straightforward way to choose a paint color is to go with the color you naturally love. Since you already love that color, it’s almost guaranteed you’ll love seeing it in your home too. 2 Turn to Pinterest for color inspiration. The ability to browse thousands of beautiful photos and easily save the images you love is a gre...at way to start pinpointing the styles and color schemes you like. 3 Look in your closet or fabrics at a fabric store to see what colors you gravitate towards most. Use that as inspiration to create a color scheme for your house! 4 If you already have furniture and pieces of art in your home, you can use color theory to base your paint color off of what would match best to your furniture. Do you have any other tips to add?

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Loving our best friends today. #petday #loveyourdogs #loveyourcats