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Karen Dybis

Get The Gang Together: Hosting For The Holidays Made Easy

Home Organization Tips

by Karen Dybis Posted on December 15, 2021

Hosting for the holidays involves a lot of work beforehand. But if you have a game plan, some smart home design, a willing family, and some clever food preparation, guests at your get-together just may end up feeling like they were at the party of the year.

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Ready, prep, go: Get the most out of selling your home with these tips

Real Estate Advice

by Karen Dybis Posted on November 8, 2021

Your home is your biggest investment. That’s why, when you’re thinking about selling your home, you want to get the best return you can, right? Fortunately, with these tips — using a real estate expert, doing minor improvements, staging, and more — you can go from thinking about selling to actually putting that “sold” sign up in your yard.

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Here’s your guide to making the most of multiple offers on a house

Real Estate Advice

by Karen Dybis Posted on October 27, 2021

It’s a moment of victory: You’ve officially received multiple offers on your house! But getting the best final result means first knowing how to handle multiple offers on a house. And that can only be done by taking your time, walking through each offer with a fine-tooth comb, and determining what aspects are important to you.

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Counter Offers: Need-to-Know Info to Sell Like a Pro

Real Estate Advice

by Karen Dybis Posted on October 13, 2021

Selling your house is one of the most exciting yet challenging events you’ll face as a homeowner. You start with what you think is the perfect price point. But what do you do if (or when) you get an offer that doesn’t quite align with what you expected? Get prepared to counter offers like a pro with this need-to-know info.

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House Offers: What They Need to Show Before You Say “Yes” or “No”

Real Estate Advice

by Karen Dybis Posted on October 7, 2021

Evaluating house offers from potential buyers is one of the most important steps in the selling process. But what exactly should you look for in home offers — besides purchase price, of course? And how do you determine if one offer is better than another? Check out what this pro has to say.

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L.A. Bound? Make the most of your military moving experience

California Los Angeles Military Moving

by Karen Dybis Posted on September 24, 2021

Yes, the weather’s great and the lifestyle is laid back. But Los Angeles is also one of the nation’s largest metropolitan areas, so there are some additional logistical aspects you’ll need to consider when diving into your L.A. military moving experience. Here are a few of our top tips.

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Washington, D.C., Military Moving: What To Know Before Relocating To Our Nation’s Capital

Washington DC Military Moving

by Karen Dybis Posted on September 17, 2021

Washington, D.C., is one of the nation’s most historic and beautiful cities to live in. And being stationed there? That’s a dream come true for many military members. However, it does take some knowledge to make a well-informed decision about where to live in the area. Here’s what we think you should know about making a military move to D.C.

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Driving a Moving Truck Rental? Top Tips to Keep You Safe

Moving Tips and Hacks

by Karen Dybis Posted on September 10, 2021

Driving a moving truck rental is a great way to bring a fun “road trip” mentality to what many consider a stressful situation, especially if your family is on board. However, there are some important things to know before getting behind the wheel. Learn what it takes to be king (or queen) of the moving truck rental road with these tips.

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How Much House Can I Afford? Let’s Dive Deep Before You Take That Leap

Real Estate Advice

by Karen Dybis Posted on September 8, 2021

Determining how much home you can afford is the first step in realizing your dream of becoming a homeowner. After all, it’s likely your biggest investment. From the real estate market to your personal financial health, here’s what you need to consider.

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Moving in the Military: Storage That Makes the Most Sense for You

Military Moving

by Karen Dybis Posted on September 1, 2021

The life of service comes with its opportunities as well as challenges. One of the biggest challenges? Moving on a regular or semi-regular basis. We get it. So to help simplify the process a little, we created this military storage Q&A. Ask yourself these questions when approaching your next military moving adventure and considering your storage options.

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