The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home.
According to a recent survey by The Harris Poll, 75% of respondents who have begun working remotely would like to continue doing so—and 66% would consider moving if they no longer had to commute as often. Some of the top reasons were to gain a dedicated office space (31%), a larger home (30%), and more rooms overall (29%).1
And now that... read more
Posted by Hope Stakes on August 13, 2020 in
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It’s no secret that if you can draw in potential buyers with one glance at the outside of your home, you’re much more likely to make that sale. This attraction to the exterior of your home is what we fondly call “curb appeal,” and having it could make all the difference. If you’re considering putting your house on the market, there’s no need to break the bank. Here are just a few cost-effective tips on how to improve your home’s curb appeal.
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In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others question the hype. Are today’s rates truly a bargain?
While average mortgage rates have drifted between 4% and 5% in recent years, they haven’t always been so low. Freddie Mac began tracking 30-year mortgage rates in 1971. At that time, the national average was 7.31%.2 As the rate of inflation sta... read more
Posted by Hope Stakes on August 06, 2020 in
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With so many places closed and activities cancelled, it’s becoming harder to figure out activities for your kids that don’t involve staring at a screen. But with a little imagination, your back yard can be all you need in order to say ‘good bye’ to your child’s boredom. Here are five activities you can do just outside your back door:
1) Build a Box Fort
This is for all of the times you’ve given your child a present, then found yourself saying “They ... read more
Posted by Hope Stakes on July 30, 2020 in
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What an honor it is for Coldwell Banker D’Ann Harper, REALTORS® (CBDHR) to be recognized as one of the 2020 Best Places to Work by the San Antonio Business Journal. It is with great pride we receive this award, which would not be possible without our amazing CBDHR family. They know better than anyone the difference between a house and a home. Without our people, the four walls of our building would just be a place to work; because of them, it’s one of the best places to work. The award is a recognit... read more