Charlotte Mires' Blog

Posted on 07/04/2021

Photo by Roman Samborskyi via Shutterstock Buying your first home is exciting! And scary! But you don’t have to fear the process if you take the time to become fully prepared for homeownership. Below are the seven primary keys to preparing yourself and smoothing the process. How to Know You’re Ready Determine how much you can afford. The...

First Time Buyer

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Posted on 06/27/2021

Landscaping for Your New Home

Photo by Matt Chen on Unsplash When you’re creating a landscaping plan for your home it is essential to design around the local climate and weather patterns. When you opt for plants that thrive in your area, you know they are well equipt to handle the seasonal changes specific to your location. This adaptation makes them easier to...

Gardening

Landscape Maintenance

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Posted on 06/20/2021

Tips for Targeted Home Renovation

If you’re remodeling because you’re ready to sell your home, it’s better to keep colors neutral and update carpets and flooring with easy-to-clean materials that will match many styles and colors. There are also rooms and areas that are more suited for a full-scale remodel, such as the kitchen and bathroom. Here are a few ways to get...

Bathroom

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Posted on 06/13/2021

Converting a 1031 Investment Into a Home

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels 1031 exchanges are special transactions in which one investment is effectively “swapped” for another. In real estate, this means selling one investment property for another of “like-kind.” This can be an effective and lucrative strategy because it can allow you to defer certain taxes as long as you abide by specific rules...

Real Estate Taxes

1031 Exchange

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Posted on 06/06/2021

Should You Choose Carpeting, Hardwood or Tile?

Photo by Pixabay from Pexels The short answer to our question of the day is... We all know what we like when we see it. New flooring can greatly increase your home's beauty in the eye of the beholder, yet it's impossible to know what kind of flooring will attract your home's next buyer. That said, here are...

Flooring

Home Decor

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Posted on 05/30/2021

Does your Roof Need to be Repaired? Here's How to Tell

Photo by Joel Dunn via Pixabay Your roof is an important part of your home, and for something of its size, it is surprisingly delicate. Even minor problems can have a lasting impact on the integrity of your home. Learning how to spot some of the most common problems allows you to seek out help when you need...

Home Maintenance

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Posted on 05/23/2021

A Beginners Guide to Building Fairy Gardens

Image by normwear from Pixabay Fairy gardens are miniature gardens either planted in containers or in part of an actual garden. They typically feature small plants and decorative materials depicting a tiny scene or living space for “fairies” or other small imagined creatures. Some are purely decorative, while others are interactive and meant to be played with. Setting...

DIY

Fairy Gardens

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Posted on 05/16/2021

New Construction: 5 Tips for a Seamless New Home Build

Photo by Tima Miroshnichenko from Pexels When you're buying a new construction home, you might feel like there are too many choices and things to consider. But choosing a new construction company and watching them build your new home from the dirt up can be a very enjoyable experience. These five tips can help you get the most...

Homebuyer

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Posted on 05/09/2021

How to Make Your Backyard Feel Like a Resort

Image by Eric Simon from Pixabay Enjoying your outside spaces has never been more important. With canceled plans, limited travel and a complete upheaval of work and school schedules, it’s crucial to have an outdoor escape. While you might not be able to travel to a distant tropical resort, you can bring the resort home—specifically, to the backyard....

Backyard

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Posted on 05/02/2021

Why You Should Keep Plants Away From Basements and Crawlspaces

Image by Jean-Pierre Pellissier from Pixabay It's tempting to plant shrubs and other plants against your house to hide the basement or crawlspace area. However, you could be asking for trouble. Before you buy or plant anything new for spring, find out why it's not such a good idea to have plants too close to your basement or...

Home Gardening

Plants

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Posted on 04/25/2021

Is a Starter Home the Right Choice for You?

Photo by Scott Webb from Pexels Potential new homebuyers have the choice of buying a starter home or a forever home. The details mean something different to everybody, but a starter home is usually regarded as a short-term living situation if you can’t afford your dream home yet. Some choose to wait until they can afford their forever...

First Time Buyer

Homebuyer

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Posted on 04/18/2021

What You May Want to Know about Crowdfunding for Down-Payments

Photo by Tumisu via Pixabay In an age where collaboration is on the rise, it’s not surprising that some are looking to find an alternative source of funding for their home or business purchase. Crowdfunding has been a successful way to fund various projects and business propositions, but it seems that some have found a way to make...

Buying

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