Julie Pieczonka's Blog

Posted on 11/03/2019

3 First-Time Home Buyer Mistakes You Can Avoid

With so much to think about these days, it is not surprising that some first-time home buyers make mistakes they later regret as they shop for a home for sale. Presented here are some of the most popular mistakes, along with tips to help you avoid a similar fate. Looking for a home before getting a mortgage Many...

First Time Buyer

Mortgage

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Posted on 10/27/2019

Ideas for Adding Flowers to your Garden

If you are in Florida and looking for the best flowers that will not only survive, but also thrive in the prevailing weather of your area, you should consider one or more of the flowers below. Egyptian Star Flowers Also known as’ Egyptian star cluster’ and ‘Pentas,' the Egyptians star flower blooms all the year round. Meaning that...

Curb Appeal

Flowers

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Posted on 10/20/2019

Dispelling Old Mortgage Myths

Myths are lies that are perceived to be true. Like every other industry in the world that has myths surrounding them, the real estate industry has its tales. People have ideas in their head about the mortgage industry that are not true. If you are buying a house and all you feel is happiness, then you might be...

Mortgage

Personal Finance

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Posted on 10/13/2019

Budget-Minded Lawn and Garden Hacks

Creating the curb appeal that you want does not have to be as complex as a full-scale remodel. If your home’s exterior is in decent condition, spend your time and budget on things that pack a big punch. Upgrade how your home looks from the street with these simple exterior, lawn, and garden hacks. Fill planter or window...

Lawn Care

Curb Appeal

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Posted on 10/06/2019

Reaching Your Down-payment Goals

You've assessed your budget, changed your habits, and made spending cuts but you still need to reach your down payment faster. Consider these significant steps to help you get there. Take on a second part-time job. If your work schedule allows you to add a second job find a part-time option that will enable you to earn one...

First Time Buyer

Down Payment

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Posted on 09/29/2019

Resale Prep With Pets - Wood Flooring

You’ve cleaned up the paintable surfaces of your home and have removed any trace of pet damage. It’s now time to work on repairs to your wood flooring. Wood Flooring. Ugly gashes and scratches in your wood flooring can be a real eyesore during your open house. If you have solid wood flooring thoroughly your home that is...

Hardwood Floors

Home Repair

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Posted on 09/22/2019

Why Should You Shop Around for a Smart Home Gadget?

There are many state-of-the-art smart home devices at your disposal. At the same time, there is no shortage of vendors that sell smart home devices in cities and towns nationwide. Ultimately, it is a good idea to shop around for a smart home device. If you evaluate a variety of smart home device vendors, you can boost the likelihood...

Smart Home Technology

Smart Home Devices

Posted on 09/15/2019

How to Pack Your Suitcase in Thirty Minutes or Less

Packing your suitcase have got to be the most demanding part of your prep. With work, home chores, and other daily routines, the flight you booked a month ago may be upon you in a few minutes. Say you have just thirty minutes to pack your suitcase or miss your flight for good. What do you do? For...

Clothing

Vacation

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Posted on 09/08/2019

What to Look for in Your Mortgage Lender

Financing the purchase of a house from personal savings might mean a mighty long wait for the end of rent-paying. This reason is why most homeowners in the US today are using mortgages. If you want to buy a house and don't have enough in your savings account, you will want to hook up with a lender. But...

Posted on 09/01/2019

When it comes to home safety, three areas need to be on the radar for review at least twice a year. Some folks check them with the summer and winter solstice and others with the change to and from daylight savings time. But you might want to check these more often. Whatever the schedule, these three items need...

Safety Tips

Fire Safety

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Posted on 08/25/2019

Staging Your Home for Showing

If you need to stage your home no doubt that you know that it needs to look neutral to be appealing to the audience that sees it. What you may not know is how to do that, or you may think that you will need someone to come in and do it for you. If you follow a...

Staging Your Home

Prepare Your Home To Sell

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Posted on 08/18/2019

5 Things to do Before Selling Your Home

Here are five things you need to put in check before putting your house out for sale: Curb appeal and Entrance The saying "don't judge a book by its cover" does not apply to real estate. Both the front and back of the home should be eye-catching. Making sure to mow the lawn, plant flowers, ensure paint is...

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