2024 Color of the Year
The 2024 Color prediction season is in full swing as paint brand after paint brand announces its pick for Color of the Year (COTY). Below are the announcements from the brands and what we know...
Dog Parks in St. Louis
Missouri is fourth in the nation in dog ownership, with 45.9 percent of households owning a pooch. So it is no surprise that St. Louis boasts some exceptional dog parks. Whether you’re new to St....
Empty Nester Housing – A Changing Landscape
The changing landscape of empty nester housing is a fascinating transformation in today’s dynamic real estate market. Traditionally, empty nesters were expected to downsize, opting for smaller homes as they approached retirement. However, shifting lifestyles,...
Don’t Buy A Home Until You Do These 3 Things
Yes, our team is in the business of helping people buy and sell homes. But please, don’t even think about buying a home without doing these three things: 1 – WORK WITH AN AGENT YOU...
Organizing Your Home for Back-To-School
The lazy days of summer are coming to an end, which means it’s time to shift gears and prepare for the upcoming school year. An organized home can make the back-to-school transition smoother and less...
Demystifying Capital Gains
Capital gains, the profits earned from the appreciation in value of a residential property, constitute a crucial aspect of investing in real estate. This blog post aims to demystify the concept in residential real estate,...
Vacation Homes and Real Estate Investing
In this episode of STL People on the Move, Dawn talks to someone NOT from St. Louis, but someone people who live in STL may want to know. If you have ever been curious about...
Preparing Your Home For Vacation
Going on vacation is always exciting. However, before you embark on your journey, preparing your home for vacation is essential to ensure peace of mind during your absence. From securing your belongings to arranging pet...
Tax-Free Weekend Returns on August 4-6!
As summer reaches its peak, savvy back-to-school shoppers are eagerly preparing for a much-awaited event that can help them stretch their dollars further. Yes, it’s that time of the year again – the Tax-Free Weekend...
Remodeling Cost vs. Value Report for St. Louis
Trying to get the most bang for your remodeling buck? This is always an important consideration, but becomes especially so if you are planning on selling your home within the next 12 months. The Remodeling...
Two Questions Before You Consider a Home Purchase
Navigating the housing market can be overwhelming, especially when bombarded with information from various sources. To help you make sense of it all, let’s turn to the data. Two questions before you consider a home...
Benton Park Neighborhood St. Louis
Benton Park offers a mix of 1800s homes, antique shops, art galleries, as well as casual restaurants and bars. Lake fishing and a rustic stone bridge are focal points at the namesake Benton Park green...