Beth Paisley's Real Estate Information and Advice

Before placing a home on the market you should identify REALTORS® in your community who can assist with the sale.Why Use a REALTOR® to Sell Your Home?REALTORS® are members of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS® (NAR) and must adhere to a strict Code of Ethics, and have access to a wide range of...

It's common knowledge that most people are advised to get their home on the real estate market in late spring or early summer as that is 'real estate season.' While the majority of homes do sell in the spring and summer, listing your home or looking for a home during the holidays or in the winter...

Are you running out of space in your current home, but don't want to move? Perhaps it’s time to consider an addition, such as an extra room or an extension to an existing room.Plan ahead to make the job flow smoothly. Although planning takes time and includes many mundane tasks such as getting pe...

Placing bird feeders in your garden won't make up for lost habitat, but a well-placed bird feeder can allow you to see wild birds up close and create an awareness of nature. Before purchasing or building a bird feeder, there are a few basic things to consider, including which birds to feed, how ...

Millions of homes are sold each year, and while each transaction is different every seller wants the same thing - the highest price with the least amount of hassle and aggravation.Home selling is more complex than it used to be. As a seller you need to be aware of a range of issues and deal with ...

Suppose you bought a house and later discovered, to your dismay, that the stucco exterior concealed a nasty case of dry rot. Or suppose that when you fired up the furnace in the winter, you discovered a cracked heat exchanger leaking gas into your home. The best way to avoid unpleasant surprises ...

Adding a patio to your home is exciting. It's the perfect place for relaxing outdoors, alone or with company. It's not as simple as finding a patio you admire and duplicating it, however. You have to design a patio that will work with your location, budget and other factors. Here are some things...

The family mudroom is, without question, one of the highest traffic areas in the home. It battles all sorts of external elements, from rain and snow to dirt and mud. It houses countless miscellaneous essentials, including shoes and boots, jackets, umbrellas, scarves and more. It is home to pet n...

In the midst of summer's sweltering heat, nothing provides relief like having a shady spot for relaxing. Backyard shade structures also help keep your outdoor furniture from fading.If you want to add a shade structure to your yard, explore the variety of options available and customize the design...

  Sparkling blue water, especially when it's lit up at night – what's not to love about a swimming pool in your backyard? If you have one, you may feel blessed. If you don't, and are considering adding one, hang on a minute. Who Wants a Pool? According to Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate, mi...