Windermere Blog
10 Mistakes to Avoid When Buying a Home
Whether you’re a first-time homebuyer or have purchased a home before, the same mistakes can rear their head at any point in the buying process. By working closely with your agent, you can identify these pitfalls ahead of time and adjust accordingly. Mistakes in the buying process can lead to higher costs, added stress, and […]
Posted on 18 October 2021 | 5:30 pm
Windermere Foundation Approaches $1.5 Million Raised in 2021
Windermere offices across the Western U.S. have remained committed to serving their communities in 2021, collectively raising nearly $1.5 million so far this year alone, pushing the foundation’s grand total raised since 1989 to nearly $45 million. After a successful Community Service Day in June and a first half of the year which saw over […]
Posted on 15 October 2021 | 5:30 pm
How to Prepare for a Fire at Home
A fire breaking out in your home is a serious potential hazard. Fortunately, there are simple steps you can take to identify the early signs of a fire and to prepare for an emergency. The following list will help you and your household put together your fire safety plan. How to Prepare for a Fire […]
Posted on 13 October 2021 | 5:30 pm
Working with a Listing Agent
What is a Listing Agent? Generally, a real estate transaction involves a listing agent representing the seller and a buyer’s agent representing the buyer. Listing agents will conduct a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA)—which uses recent housing market data to compare the seller’s home to other listings in their area—to accurately price the property. The agent […]
Posted on 11 October 2021 | 5:30 pm
5 Timeless Tile Designs
The history of home design is full of trends that have come and gone. A style may suddenly skyrocket in popularity, capturing the hearts of homeowners and designers everywhere, only to fade away just as quickly. Taking this into account, homeowners will often look to the pillars of home design that have stood the test […]
Posted on 6 October 2021 | 5:30 pm
Making an All-Cash Offer on a House
The more competitive the housing market, the greater the lengths buyers will go to to make themselves stand out amongst the competition. Making an all-cash offer is one such way a buyer can differentiate themselves. In a seller’s market, listings commonly receive multiple offers, often over their original asking price. This will typically lead to […]
Posted on 4 October 2021 | 5:30 pm
How to Winterize Your Waterfront Property
After the long days of summer have come and gone and fall is ending, it’s time to begin preparations for winterizing your home. When temperatures begin to dip, your lakeside cabin, seaside cottage or mountain lodge will need some extra TLC to make it through the colder months until spring comes around again. Whether your […]
Posted on 29 September 2021 | 5:30 pm
9/27/2021 Housing and Economic Update from Matthew Gardner
This video is the latest in our Monday with Matthew series with Windermere Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. Each month, he analyzes the most up-to-date U.S. housing data to keep you well-informed about what’s going on in the real estate market. Hello there! I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner, and welcome to the […]
Posted on 27 September 2021 | 4:30 pm
How to Fall Proof Your Home
Each object in a home serves a purpose, but for those who experience dizziness and numbness, many of them can also be a potential hazard. Taking steps to reduce the risk of falling in your home is a worthy exercise for any homeowner, especially if you have elderly family members or young children living in […]
Posted on 22 September 2021 | 5:30 pm
What is a Buyer’s Market?
Much can be determined about the conditions of a local real estate market by its supply and demand. When the supply of available homes is greater than demand, it’s referred to as a buyer’s market. Reduced listing prices, longer days on market, and an increased number of re-listings are also signs of a buyer’s market. […]
Posted on 20 September 2021 | 5:30 pm
