Green Homes Could Boast Higher Appraisal Value

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The benefits of living in an energy efficient home have always been something to value. Along with the savings on energy costs, green homes often maintain a more comfortable, eco-friendly environment. Until recently, the value of energy efficient upgrades has been overlooked by the appraisal process. According to the Appraisal Institute, green homes could soon … [Read more...]

Tour a Premier Collection at the Orchid Show!

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If the winter blues are beginning to sink in for you like they have been for us, you’re probably getting little anxious for the spring! With warm weather and blossoming flowers, the spring season is always something we look forward to here in the greater St. Louis regions. Since we’ll have to wait just a few more weeks before the season is officially here, … [Read more...]

Quick and Easy Ways to Make Your Home Safer

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Whether you have little ones running around or it’s just you living in your home now, there’s always something that can be done to improve the safety of your home. Usually, the easiest way to keep your home safe is to make minor adjustments and updates each year. With the right planning, this can be done in just a few easy steps. Here are a few of the most … [Read more...]

Can an Older Home Be Retrofitted for Resale Value?

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Living in an older home often means that you enjoy the style of the time it was built. Older homes often boast architectural detailing and character that’s hard to find in new homes. Unfortunately, living in an older home can also mean that the energy codes and requirements that it was built with, are far different than those of today. If the home isn’t kept … [Read more...]

How to be a Successful Homebuyer

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As we have shared with you many times before on the Linda Frierdich Blog, today’s market is primed and ready for homebuyers! The opportunities are simply golden. Though real estate deals abound however, there is still room for homebuyer error that could jeopardize these deals. That’s where our team comes in. Before you begin your home search, take a look … [Read more...]