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Insider’s Guide to Pasadena, CA: Neighborhoods, Schools, and Finding Your Next Home in SoCal’s City Of Roses
California Pasadena
Looking to live in a quiet, well-kept, and cultured suburb that’s a quick Metro or car ride into Los Angeles? Pasadena, CA just might be the place for you. We reached out to an expert insider, Marie Marquez Balderas, a certified Realtor for the Pasadena Unified School District. Get Maria’s scoop on where to find the best neighborhoods, homes for sale, apartments to rent, and things to do in Pasadena.
Read More7 Home Maintenance Tips That Can Save You Thousands in Repairs
Remodeling and Renovation Tips
Save yourself big bucks and even bigger hassles by taking care of these seven minor home maintenance tasks that will help prevent major repairs.
Read MoreBuying a Home During The Pandemic? Prepare for the unexpected before making a move
Real Estate Advice
If you’re buying or selling a home in 2021, the home-buying and moving process can pose extra challenges. Find out how to survive potential closing delays and other complications related to the crazy COVID-19 market with this first-hand advice from a recent home buyer.
Read MoreLooking For A Home In Malibu, CA? Native Son Shares Inside Tips On Neighborhoods, Schools, And More
California Los Angeles
Looking to move to a Pacific Coast Highway paradise? Malibu, CA is calling. Straddling a 27-mile stretch of the legendary PCH, bumping right up against the beach and climbing up the Santa Monica Mountains, Malibu is just about as gorgeous as it gets. Get an insider’s top tips for finding the best neighborhoods, homes for sale, apartments to rent, schools, and things to do in Malibu.
Read MoreLooking for a Home in Smyrna, GA? An Insider's Guide to this Fast-Growing Atlanta Suburb
Atlanta Georgia
Find out what a local insider says about living in Smyrna, GA, voted one of the 50 Best Places to Live by Money Magazine.
Read MoreMoving to Clearwater? Best neighborhoods for finding homes, beaches & things to do
Florida Tampa Bay
If you’re considering a move to Clearwater, what you might not know is there’s a lot more to the area than beaches. To learn more about what it’s like to actually buy a home in Clearwater instead of just vacationing here, take a look at our guide to the neighborhoods that make up this quintessentially Florida city.
Read MoreHow to Get Accurate Moving Cost Estimates -- Don’t even think about getting a moving quote before reading this
Moving Tips and Hacks
No one likes getting a final bill for their move that’s hundreds or thousands more than the quote. So the best way to prevent this from happening? Know how to get an accurate moving cost estimate. It requires a little homework, a bit of comparison shopping, a good look at what you’re moving, and a whole lot of questions. Read all about it now.
Read More8 Proven Working from Home Tips To Boost Productivity and Save Space
Home Organization Tips
Make the most of your space and time with these tried-and-true tips for working remotely.
Read MoreMilitary Moving: 8 Tips for Getting Settled Fast After a Military Move (or Any Move!)
Military Moving
After six military moves, I’ve learned that moving a family is much more than packing up and unloading boxes. You have to relocate and restart every aspect of your lives. Whether you’re in a military family making a PCS move or a civilian relocating to a new city or state, use these tips for getting settled quickly and making a new place feel like home.
Read MoreMoving to Ft. Worth, TX: A Local’s Guide to the Best Ft. Worth Neighborhoods
Dallas Texas
If you’re thinking about moving to Fort Worth, one to-do item at the top of your list is to start looking for homes for sale or rent. But where are the best Fort Worth neighborhoods to start your search? Find out what we learned from city native and lifelong resident, Realtor Adrianne Huff Holland.
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