A study published this year by the National Association of Home Builders reveals what today’s home buyers across the nation really want … and what they don’t. What do you think? Does this hold true for the River Valley region? What’s hot on your list? What’s In Energy-Star rated appliances Laundry room Energy-Star rating for whole home Exhaust fan in bathroom Exterior lighting Bathroom linen closet Energy-Star rated windows Ceiling fan Garage storage Table space for eati... read more

For most of us, our money is hard-earned, so we understandably want to be thoughtful about how we spend it. That’s especially true when it comes to buying and selling the biggest asset most of us will ever own: our homes. When contemplating a real estate transaction, some people are tempted to forgo the help of an agent to save on commissions. What those consumers often don’t realize, however, is that a qualified agent can actually help save them the cost of commissions and then some. If you’re ... read more