Trista Newton, Realtor

Sunday: A day to get your game face on for the week ahead or a much-needed "Second Saturday?" I'm curious...how you typically spend your Sunday Funday? Is it the last day of the weekend OR the first day of the new week? #firstdayoftheweek #prepday #stayready #805trista #sundayfunday #venturarealestate #hardestworkingrealtor #whoyouworkwithmatters #realtor

Only look at homes you feel confident you can comfortably afford -- it’s one of my top pieces of advice for homebuyers. Today’s FAF (Frequently Asked Friday) tackles the question you’ll need the answer if you’re looking to buy: How do I know how much home I can afford? Most experts recommend using the 28/36 rule which means you shouldn't spend more than 28% of your gross monthly income on housing and 36% on total debt (including your mortgage, credit cards, and other... loans like auto and student loans). For example, if your salary is $75,000 per year, your gross monthly income is $6,250 ($75,000 divided by 12). Your total housing costs (principal, interest, taxes, and insurance) shouldn’t exceed $1,750 per month (28% of $6,250). Keep in mind the 28/36 rule is just a general guideline. Adjust the percentages to your own comfort level and financial goals. Playing around with your budget and ready to see some homes? Send me a message and let’s start your home search TODAY! #buyertips #realestateFAQ #whatcaniafford #FAF #805trista #solidadvice #knowyournumbers #askyouragent #beachestobluff See more

Ever had a designer throw out a word you didn’t know? Not wanting to embarrass yourself, you nod in agreement and try to keep up with the convo. Never again! Here are 8 interior design terms that’ll keep you tracking right along: 1. Arabesque: a decorative pattern with overlaid flowers, foliage, fruits, or scrolls. 2. Bolster: a cylindrical-shaped pillow. 3. Hygge (pronounced ‘hoo-guh’): a word that describes a feeling of coziness and a sense of contentment or well-being.... 4. Etagere: a freestanding or hanging set of open shelves designed for decorative objects. 5. Settee: an upholstered piece of furniture long enough to seat two people. 6. Wainscoting: Interior wall paneling that covers the lower part of a wall. 7. Kelvin: the unit of measurement that relates to the color of a light source. The higher the number, the closer the shade is to sunlight. 8. Feng shui: A method of Chinese design based around energy forces. It's intended to bring homeowners in harmony with their environment. This should give you a leg up when working with a designer. But remember, it’s ALWAYS right to ask if you aren’t sure what something means. It’s your home, and you deserve to not only understand but to love where your designer is heading! #vocabulary #designerterms #interiordesign #805trista #yourhomegirl #alwaysask #theanswerisalwaysaquestion #yourhome #saywhat @ Restoration Hardware Outlet

Planning to sell soon? Hit a "home" run as as a seller by avoiding these seller strikeouts. Don’t take low offers personally. Don’t overprice your home "just to see if anyone will bite." Don't underestimate the importance of listing photos.... Don't hide major issues from your agent. Don’t hang around during showings or leave pets roaming around. Don’t hide your thoughts from your agent. Selling a home is incredibly exciting and sometimes stressful. Hiring an agent to guide you through the entire process is the right choice if you want to actually ENJOY selling your home. Was this info helpful? Tag someone who needs to see this! #sellertip #realestate #helpmehelpyou #805trista #realestateagent #yourhomegirl #sold #dontmakeitawkward #letsdothis #stressfreetransactions #howtosellahome