July 2019 | Republic, MO Real Estate | Sue Carter Real Estate Group

Don’t Waste Your Money on These Renovation Projects

When you’re thinking of renovating a home, it’s easy to go overboard and perhaps waste your money on projects that don’t have a significant return on investment. Aside from the ROI factor, some partial renovations may actually leave your home in worse shape. This is a particular concern when you buy an older home. Knowing […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 31, 2019

Should You Rebuild After a Tornado?

The U.S. has more tornadoes than any other country in the world. According to the NOAA’s Storm Prediction Center, there were 555 preliminary tornado reports just in the month of May. (Note: it takes several months to confirm preliminary tornadoes.) These storms have the potential to rip off roofs and doors, shatter windows, fell trees, […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 30, 2019

Lawn Care Tips to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal

You shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but sometimes, its pays to wary about a house with bad curb appeal. If you’re selling your home, you can bet that potential buyers are making judgments based on the condition of your yard. In fact, you could have a beautiful, well-kept home, but if the outside […]

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Written by Jae Curtis

July 29, 2019

Which DIY Projects are Most Likely to Go Over Budget and Why?

While homeowners typically take on DIY projects to save money, it turns out that many of them are breaking their fixer-upper budgets and spending much more than they planned, according to a recent survey by Porch. While 5% of homeowners finished their fixer-upper projects under budget, and 52% finished on budget, 44% went over budget. […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 27, 2019

Should You Rent Or Buy A House?

Seems like everyone is buying a condo or house these days. And there are tons of shows on HGTV about renovating your home making you wonder: should you rent or buy a house? Can you even afford to buy? We’re here to help you make that decision. Should You Rent Or Buy A House? Ask […]

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Written by Cynthia Bowman

July 26, 2019

How to Use Room Dividers in Small Spaces

If you have a small space, you may think that the last thing you need is an element like a room divider, which was literally made to close off and separate spaces. But room dividers are a great addition to any small space. They are a good way to section off and organize small spaces, […]

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Written by Michelle Honeyager

July 25, 2019

6 Reasons to Build or Buy in Up-and-Coming Areas

When searching for a new home, buyers often look for houses or land in the best neighborhoods — or, at least, the best neighborhoods that they can afford. And that’s certainly understandable. However, homeowners may be missing out on several advantages by not considering less prestigious or less desirable neighborhoods. Below are six reasons to […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 24, 2019

When is a Lowball Offer a Good Idea?

Let’s face it: buying a home is like a game of chess, and each person is trying to outwit the other. You want to purchase the house for the least amount of money and the seller is trying to get as much as possible out of the deal. So when should you use a lowball […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 22, 2019

Lawn and Landscaping Projects You Should Definitely Leave to the Pros

As a homeowner, you probably like the challenge and the cost-savings of handling many of your own lawn and landscaping projects. For example, cutting your grass weekly is a home maintenance task that most DIYers can successfully complete. However, there are other scenarios in which homeowners are taking matters into their own hands – with […]

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Written by Terri Williams

July 18, 2019

5 Ways to Fix Temperature Variations In Your Home and Save Energy

Is there a spot in your home that’s always hotter or colder than the rest? It’s more common than you think. Fix temperature variations right away and you’ll extend the life of your HVAC system and save on your home energy bills. When a room’s temperature varies, your HVAC system has to adjust to regulate […]

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Written by Cynthia Bowman

July 15, 2019

Monthly Archives: July 2019

Don’t Waste Your Money on These Renovation Projects

Should You Rebuild After a Tornado?

Lawn Care Tips to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Which DIY Projects are Most Likely to Go Over Budget and Why?

Should You Rent Or Buy A House?

How to Use Room Dividers in Small Spaces

6 Reasons to Build or Buy in Up-and-Coming Areas

When is a Lowball Offer a Good Idea?

Lawn and Landscaping Projects You Should Definitely Leave to the Pros

5 Ways to Fix Temperature Variations In Your Home and Save Energy

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