Posts made by author 'Bennett Group'

Your paint choices have a significant impact on your home. 

Not only can color determine your living space's overall aesthetic, but it can also influence your mood and set the right tone for your guests.

Do you want your space to feel comfy and serene or trendy and dramatic? Or maybe your family's style is somewhere in between. 

Here are five color inspirations that can enhance your mood and your home.

• Inspired by Nature: Are you spending a lot of time indoors? Consider adding more natural elements. Shades of sunny yellow, soft brown and deep green can open up your space and make it feel more calming.
  
  
• Uplifting Hues: Trendy tones — like P...

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Equity — or the share of your property you actually own — is a benefit to any homeowner. For one, it means more profits when it's time to sell. On top of that, it can also give you cash when you need it — either through a refinance or home equity loan. 

Fortunately, building equity can be easy. Every month you increase your home equity by making your mortgage payment. 

If you want to build your equity even further, there are several ways to do it, including: 

• Buying in an up-and-coming market. If home values in your neighborhood start to rise, so will your property value. That can mean more equity, too.
  
  
• Increasing your down payment. The more you put down, the less your lender will need to loan you, and the larger your e...

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If your New Year's resolution is to improve your health and wellness, your home can inspire you to do it. In fact, your living space plays a significant role in your overall well-being. 

A room dedicated to workouts can motivate you to reach your goals. And healthy, clean air and elements inspired by nature can make your home feel more open and calming.

Are you hoping to make some improvements in 2021? Check out these five home amenities. 

• Air Filtration System: This can improve your air quality by reducing allergens and bacteria. Regular HVAC maintenance can also ensure cleaner air in your home.
  
  
• Indoor Garden: Are you planning to focus on your mental health? Adding a calming indoor garden, a Zen garden or even just a...

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Winter is fast approaching, and if you're a homeowner, that usually means now's the time to tackle key maintenance tasks — at least if you want to ensure a warm and comfortable season.

There are appliances to check, inspections to complete and exterior tasks to do. 

Are you ready for the incoming colder months? Want to make sure your home is too? Here are five steps to take ahead of the winter months. 

• Weatherproof your doors and windows. Cracks and gaps can let in cold air. Reseal old caulking and fill in any holes, splits or openings you find.
  
  
• Get a roof inspection. Replace any damaged or missing shingles. Also make sure your roof is protected from leaks that could result in moisture- or mold-related problems.
  
  

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Are you curious about the state of the housing market? Like many homeowners, especially potential sellers, you may be hesitant to make a move because there's a lot of uncertainty and speculation these days. 

But you don't want to let false assumptions keep you from reaching your goals, now or in the future. 

Let's clear up some common myths about what's happening in real estate right now and what we're likely to expect going forward.

• Myth: Buyers are waiting to enter the market.
  
  Record-low mortgage rates mean it's a great time to purchase a home, and buyers are actively engaging in the market.
  
  
• Myth: Fall is the wrong season to sell.
  
  You've probably heard that it's better to list in the spring or summer. But this fall is a seller's market â€...

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