Tips for Single Homebuyers: How To Make Your Dream a Reality

By Mary O'Neil

If you’re living on your own and looking to buy a home, know that you can make your dream a reality with thoughtful planning and the right team of experts. Research from Freddie Mac shows 28% of all households (36.1 million) are sole-person, and that number is growing. Over the past 40 years, the number…

How To Think Strategically as a Buyer in Today’s Market

By Mary O'Neil

The game of chess can provide incredible lessons to apply to all aspects of life, including the homebuying process. Chess requires you to plan and think about your strategy from the very beginning of the game.   The homebuying process, like chess, requires strategy and planning. Here are a few things to keep in mind…

5×7 Bathroom Remodel Cost Breakdown: A Complete Guide

By Mary O'Neil

With the ability to be a full 3-piece bathroom with a small footprint, a 5×7 bathroom can be a great asset to any home. However, you may feel like the space is not functional, outdated, and in desperate need of a refresh. There are many factors to consider when deciding whether or not to remodel…

Home Is Where the Heart Is More than Ever This Year

By Mary O'Neil

There’s no denying the financial benefits of homeownership, but what’s often overlooked are the feelings of gratitude, security, pride, and comfort we get from owning a home. This year, those emotions are stronger than ever. We’ve lived through a time that has truly changed our needs and who we are, and as a result, homeownership…

What is a Half Bath vs. Three Quarter vs. Full?

By Mary O'Neil

As with many homeowners searching for their dream home, you’ll want to find the perfect space to grow into and enjoy. Many people tend to focus on the overall square footage or the number of bedrooms in a home. However, the number and type of bathrooms are also important to how well a house will…

Cost vs. Value: Best ROI Home Improvements in San Diego

By Mary O'Neil

If you’re looking to renovate your home, it’s important to know which house projects will add value to your home so you can receive the most return on your investment (ROI). Whether you’re selling your home in San Diego, CA and moving across the country, or simply want to make  upgrades to enjoy for years…