Stephanie Miller's (ercc) Blog

Different types of spas and their costs It started with that icon of laid-back living, the redwood hot tub. Before long, fiberglass versions with circulating jets appeared called “spas.” Today the terms “hot tub” and “spa” are used interchangeably, but because most units are jetted, spa is the te...

  Want to upgrade your deck but watching your budget? Here are 5 easy deck makeover ideas, many well under $300. You won’t have to plug them in or wire anything, either. Their solar-charged batteries are renewed every day, and the lights are built to withstand all kinds of weather. Types and cost...

  THE GOAL IN PRICING IS TO BEAT YOUR COMPETITION: To sell your home quickly it’s best to price the property at its current market value. Advantages: You tap the pent-up demand of buyers who are waiting for new home listings. Your home will compare favorably with other houses potential buyers see...

  Benefits for a First-Time Home Buyer You should buy a home, right? So, by now you have likely already weighed the benefits and decided that home ownership was the best decision for you.   Defining Search Parameters for a First-Time Home Buyer Almost 80% of all home searches today begin on the I...