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Your February 2024 Monthly Maintenance Guide
As we celebrate love in February, why not extend that affection to your home? Here are essential tips and tasks to keep your home in top shape! Deep Clean Your Garbage Disposal Cleaning the garbage disposal is often overlooked, but it’s an essential home maintenance task. Bob Vila takes you step by step on how to... Read More
3 Must-Do’s When Selling Your House in 2024
If one of the goals on your list is selling your house and making a move this year, you’re likely juggling a mix of excitement about what’s ahead and feeling a little sentimental about your current home. A great way to balance those emotions and make sure you’re confident in your decision is to keep these three best practices... Read More
Josh’s Award Winning Chili
Chili season is in full throttle — especially at Ryan Dallas Real Estate. We recently had our annual RDRE Chili Cookoff, a tradition we have kept strong over the years. Josh Van Simmons was voted our champion for 2024 and he gave us his winning recipe to share. This recipe is easy, packed with flavor... Read More
Why You May Want To Seriously Consider a Newly Built Home
Are you putting off your plans to sell because you’re worried you won’t be able to find a home you like when you move? If so, it may be time to consider a newly built home and the benefits that come with one. Here’s why. Near-Record Percentage of New Home Inventory Newly built homes are becoming an... Read More
3 Keys To Hitting Your Homeownership Goals in 2024
If buying or selling a home is your goal for 2024, it’s important to understand today’s housing market, know your why, and work with industry experts to bring your homeownership vision for the new year into focus. Over the last year, the economy had a big impact on the housing market, and likely on your wallet too. That’s why... Read More
January 2024 Monthly Maintenance
Your January 2024 Monthly Maintenance Guide New year, new home vibes! Start January right with these maintenance tips to keep your space in top shape. Plan Out Home Projects Use this month’s indoor time and review home maintenance projects you’d like to accomplish in 2024. Be sure to write them down. Studies show if you... Read More
Sell Smarter: Why Working with a Real Estate Agent May Beat Going Solo
If you’re thinking about selling your house on your own, there are some important things to consider. Going this route means taking on a lot of responsibilities by yourself – and that can be a bit of a headache. A recent report from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) found two of the most difficult tasks for people who sell their... Read More
Why Mortgage Rates Could Continue To Decline
When you read about the housing market, you’ll probably come across some information about inflation or recent decisions made by the Federal Reserve (the Fed). But how do those two things impact you and your homebuying plans? Here’s what you need to know. The Federal Funds Rate Hikes Have Stalled One of the Fed’s primary goals is to lower inflation.... Read More
Down Payment Assistance Programs Can Help Pave the Way to Homeownership
If you’re looking to buy a home, your down payment doesn’t have to be a big hurdle. According to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), 38% of first-time homebuyers find saving for a down payment the most challenging step. But the reality is, you probably don’t need to put down as much as you think: Data from NAR shows the median... Read More
When You Sell Your House, Where Do You Plan To Go?
If you’re thinking about selling your house, you may have heard the supply of homes for sale is still low, and that means your house should stand out to buyers who are craving more options. But you may also be wondering, once you sell, how does the current supply impact your own move? And, will you be able... Read More