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by Jen Ward

Is anyone else still adjusting to the spring forward of Daylight Saving? If you are, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommends waking up and getting outside for some early morning sunlight to help your body adapt to the new schedule.

Spring is typically the busiest season for buying a home. If you are thinking of moving, let me know how I can help you. If you're not planning to buy a home anytime soon, this is actually a great time to check your credit. Take a few minutes to review your credit report and make sure everything looks accurate. By law, you’re entitled to a free copy each year, and catching errors early can save you headaches down the road. See the article below for more info.

Right now, affordability is the buzzword in real estate. But what does it really mean? It's widely accepted that your housing should be no more than 30% of your income. However, rising home prices, higher interest rates, and increasing property taxes and homeowners’ insurance premiums are making owning and renting more costly. Check out the article below by the National Association of REALTORS® about the factors that determine housing affordability.

If you're in the fortunate position to be selling a home, what are things you do when preparing your home for showings? Have you committed any of the home showing offenses listed in the article below? I've walked buyers through smelly, cluttered, and dirty homes -- it wasn't a good impression. If you're interested in professional guidance in prepping your home and pricing it well, I'm happy to provide some insight.

Spring is just around the corner; I can't wait for the sunny weather and baseball! Go Os!

Jen

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