Joe Markiewicz "Your Ventura County Realtor"

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Here's the Average Days on Market vs Inventory for Thousand Oaks, CA, 91362. What does all this mean to you and your home search? Let's talk about it!

These are exquisite hardwood floors, now let's make sure we protect them. Here are 3 tips to protect your hardwood floors: 1. Dirty shoes accelerate wear on a floor's finish. Keep those shoes outside. 2. Keep pets' toenails trimmed and put felt pads on furniture legs to prevent scratches. 3. Schedule a "screen-and-poly" every few years. This process of light sanding and a coat of polyurethane will brighten a fading floor.

Not sure whether to buy or rent? Here are a few reasons why buying is the right move for you.

If you've got a home improvement project on the horizon, you may be wondering whether you should handle it yourself or bring in a professional. Since every project is different, let's take a look at the times you can confidently do it yourself and the situations where you're better off hiring a pro.

It's always nice to have a comfortable garden getaway where you can relax and get away from it all. This seems like a perfect example.

Let's take a look at the relationship of Average Days on Market to Inventory. If you're curious about how this affects our real estate environment, don't hesitate to reach out.

This helpful, state-by-state guide offers a status check on whether restaurants are allowed to be open for dining in (indoors and out), or whether delivery and takeout are still the norm.

It might be a skylight, a warming drawer, or fancy countertops. Let your imagination run wild!

Imagine you're walking up to your dream home. Does the front doorway look more like A or B?

These affordable adjustments could translate to big returns for your home. Thinking about selling soon? Let's talk!

Let's be honest, checking out celebrity mansions is fun! Here are five very unique ones...

Here is the recent Average Price per Square Foot for Oak Park, CA, 91377! Wondering where your dream home fits into the equation? Let's talk about it!

If you imagine this room with nothing in it but the beautiful home bar, you can see why open spaces like this are so sought after. You could put a long dining table there or just add some comfortable seating and make it into a nice lounge area. A room like this can be turned into anything you want it to be, and that's why buyers love open space.

One of the main benefits of a real estate agent is the knowledge of real estate's intricacies. In today's blog, we talk about title insurance so get excited!

Here are the recent Median Home Prices for Thousand Oaks, CA, 91360. Wondering where your home might fit in this chart? Let's talk about it!

Get the highest price for your home! Find out what your home could be worth now.

Let's take a look at why these metro markets will be the ones to watchand perhaps to buy inin the coming year!

Weighing multiple offers on a home is no easy task. Check out these tips for sellers because price isn't everything!

Learn more about mortgage types to be more prepared when it's time to make important mortgage decisions! Any questions? Let's talk...

Not sure if it's a buyers or sellers market? You could try to interpret this chart or we could talk about it!

Want to know how much your home is worth? Find out now - Don't wait another day!

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These stairs look like something you'd stumble upon in Greece. It's a shame that more staircases aren't decorated at least a little bit. The same could be said for that fun, blue door! Everything about this entrance is fun, cheery, and bright. Any thoughts on how you could similarly brighten your front walkway?

According to Lawrence Yun, chief economist at the National Association of Realtors, It will be one of the best winter sales years ever. Find out why!

Best Christmas Gift Ever! We are so excited to announce Baby Markiewicz is due July 2021! We have been baking more than cookies this December! We wish everyone a very Merry Christmas this year! Sending everyone lots of love! @kendallannphoto #babymarkiewicz #bunintheoven #july2021baby #preggo

What's the best improvement you've made to your home?

Which image looks more like your dream neighborhood? Something peaceful on the water or the hustle and bustle of the big city?

What do you think of this front walkway? The fountain is a nice touch!

Getting a quick energy assessment or a more thorough energy audit can determine how much energy your home uses, as well as which upgrades would make the most sense for your home and your finances. Have you ever thought about energy-efficient upgrades for your home?

That stunning view is out there...let's find it together! Don't hesitate to reach out when you're ready for that new view!

If you're thinking about selling your home, finding out its worth is the place to start!

Year-over-Year Price is a great, big picture indicator of where the market is. Want to know if it's time to buy or sell? Let's discuss!

How would you feel about an extremely manicured backyard like this? Would it make you more or less inclined to make an offer, if you were looking for a new home?

Now that cooler weather is on the way, stretching out the life of your porch, backyard, or balcony is the next smart step. To warm up your outside spaces, try these 10 ideas for retrofitting your yard or patio for the cooler fall season.