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Bicycle-friendly amenities are contributing to a surge in property values in communities across the globe, marshaled by developments in urban centers and suburban outposts that accommodate “active” transportation. Click link for map of the Rehoboth Lewes Bike Path – which is continuing to grow! http://www.dnrec.delaware.gov/parks/Information/Documents/GordonsPond/4-13/Region%20Map.pdf “Today, bike trails, bike lanes, bike-share systems, and other forms of active … Continue reading Bike Paths Lift Home Values →

Mortgage Rate Update . . . Freddie Mac’s results of its Primary Mortgage Market Survey® shows that “Mortgage rates continued to hover near three-year lows and purchase application demand has responded, rising steadily over the last two months to the highest year-over-year change since the fall of 2017. While the improvement has yet to impact home … Continue reading Mortgage Rate Update →

In a way, the trend toward larger homes is the result of Americans’ fondness for clutter. The world’s tiniest house is in Germany. It’s one square meter, made of wood and glass, and it’s portable, if you don’t mind carrying it on your back. By day, you set the little house upright, where you can … Continue reading The Home Sizes and Clutter Relationship →

Arranging Furniture?  Think Outside the Box . . . As any homeowner knows, the living room is a major focal point of the home. From family gatherings throughout the year to sitting back and watching TV together at the end of a long week, the living room is often a home’s social center for family … Continue reading Avoid These Common Mistakes When Arranging Living Room Furniture →

It’s Either a Tear down or A Remodel Older homes that served our grandparents and parents well may appear poorly planned for today’s families. They tend to be smaller with narrow lots, closed-off kitchens, and fewer bathrooms and bedrooms. On the other hand, older homes tend to offer character and quality craftsmanship that is unmatched … Continue reading Tear Down or ReModel? →

Can’t wait to get out of town for a much-needed vacation? Make sure you don’t ruin your trip by returning to a disaster at home. Here are some tips to help prevent an unpleasant homecoming: Unplug all appliances. Believe it or not, phone chargers, computers, televisions and coffee pots all continue to use energy even … Continue reading Love Your Home? Then Protect it While You’re Away . . . →

This Month’s Market Watch Analysis Here is our analysis of the real estate market in Sussex County, Delaware.  Statistics used here are based on Single-Family home sales through the end of June 2019, derived from the Bright Multiple Listing Service. They do not comprise all home sales in the market. Active Listings/Current Inventory As of … Continue reading Current Real Estate Market Conditions for Sussex County, DE →

Organizing the Linen Closet, Once and for All If your linen closet is one of those doors you quickly open and shut for fear one false move may bury you under an avalanche of towels and blankets, then it’s time to take action. Getting your linen closet in order is easier than you think with … Continue reading Organizing your Linen Closet . . . →

loan app photo When you apply for a loan, the lender will require the answers to certain questions and for you to provide specific documents. This is to make certain you’re put into the correct loan product, FHA, VA, Conventional, or other. What is the selling price and address of the home you’ve chosen? Provide … Continue reading YOUR LOAN APPLICATION CHECK LIST . . . →

  Looking for a home so cozy you almost want to cuddle with it? The following design elements can create a comforting, warm space that you will never want to leave. Warm colors. Add warm colors to your walls, accents, linens window hangings and more to create a cozy vibe inside. Deep orange, rusty reds, buttery … Continue reading How to Up the Cozy Factor in Your Home →

  American households today are poles apart from those in recent years, as living arrangements continue shifting to accommodate adult children, aging parents, and the generation between them. This change, according to the National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC), can impact your insurance needs. “Longer life spans, decisions to marry later and the tight job … Continue reading Mom, Me and Junior: Insuring a Multigenerational Household →

From Google Home to Amazon Echo, smart speakers are hitting the market in droves. But while they seem like the next “must have,” what do they really do? And do you really need one? First things first, according to WhatIs.com, a smart speaker is a wireless and smart audio playback device that uses several types … Continue reading 5 Ways Your Smart Speaker Can Help Out Around the House →