Maurice Kennedy, ® Realtor's Blog

Posted on 11/24/2019
Should You Craft a Home Buying Checklist?
Regardless of when or where you search for a house, a home buying checklist is essential. With this checklist in hand, you can quickly and effortlessly discover a residence that suits you perfectly. Now, let's take a look at three factors to incorporate into your home buying checklist. 1. Your Home Buying Timeline Account for how much time is...
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Posted on 11/17/2019
Do You Need to Develop a Relocation Budget?
A relocation budget is a must-have for those who recently bought or sold a house. If you have a relocation budget at your disposal, you should have no trouble getting ready for moving day. Ultimately, there are several factors that you need to consider to craft an effective relocation budget. These factors include: 1. Packing Supplies Moving boxes, packing...
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Posted on 11/10/2019
House Showings: Here's What Sellers Need to Know
If you plan to sell your home, it often is a good idea to learn about property showings. That way, you can prepare for showings and boost the likelihood of a fast, profitable property selling experience. Now, let's take a look at three things that sellers need to know about home showings. 1. A showing may make or break...
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Posted on 11/03/2019
How to Settle In to Your New City
Photo by Alexas Fotos via PixabayMoving to a new city is an exciting time, but it can also be stressful. Getting the lay of the land, especially if you don't have contacts in the city, is intimidating. From figuring out your transportation options to learning where the most affordable grocery store is, you have many things to tackle...
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Posted on 10/27/2019
Tax Breaks for New Homeowners
Buying your first home is probably one of the biggest purchases you’ll make in your life. But, it does come with its advantages. Among them are tax breaks and deductions that you can take advantage of to save money if you play your cards right. In today’s post, I’m going to cover some of the tax breaks and deductions...
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Posted on 10/20/2019
Signs Your HVAC System Needs An Upgrade
Heating, ventilation and air conditioning (or HVAC) is a technology used by homeowners to provide heating and cooling. A good HVAC system will ensure that your home is comfortable, especially in extreme weather conditions. HVAC systems are known to last for more than a decade, but you shouldn't rely entirely on 'vintage' heating/cooling units, so you don't get...
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Posted on 10/13/2019
4 Fall Cleaning Must -Dos for Homeowners
Spring may be the time for an annual cleaning marathon, but tackling some specific maintenance and cleaning chores in the fall ensures your home is in ideal condition before cooler weather arrives. This time of year is the best time to put your summer things away and pull out your cooler weather pieces, from flannel sheets and down...
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Posted on 10/06/2019
Some Simple Methods to Make a Small Room Look Bigger
People find themselves in small rooms for various reasons. Many people can only afford a small apartment, and they are happy about it. People in small apartments, however, do need to be creative to get the best of their spaces. Creativity is necessary when it comes to decoration and arranging your area to make it organized. With this,...
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Posted on 09/29/2019
Common Mistakes Made by First-Time Homebuyers
First-time homebuyers are prone to making a lot of mistakes when it comes to picking a home, due to many reasons—one of which is just plain old inexperience. If you plan to buy your first home soon, these are a few things you want to avoid. Not having a budget. It might surprise you to know but a...
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Posted on 09/22/2019
Banish Clutter to Sell Your Home Faster!
Two of the most important ingredients in a successful house-marketing campaign are competitive pricing and making a great first impression on prospective buyers. Although your real estate agent can assist in achieving both of those goals, keeping your home in "show ready" condition will be up to you and your family. When your home is actively being shown,...
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Posted on 11/11/2019
14454 Del Mar Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22193 now has a new price of $349,900!
MUST SEE!! Beautiful brick front home with porch and driveway , 4BR and 2.5bath with wood burning fireplace in walk out basement. New stainless steel appliances in kitchen with beautiful floor tiling, granite countertops and decorative stone backsplash. Additional updates include: New roof, Fresh paint interior and exterior, Renovated bathrooms, New washer and newer dryer, and New carpet in lower level. HVAC recently serviced includes transferable spring service contract. Home has shed for additional storage and ample space in laundry room. Home backs to woods for privacy and no HOA! Close to shopping, dining, entertainment and 5 minutes to...
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Posted on 09/16/2019
14454 Del Mar Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22193 is now new to the market!
MUST SEE!! New roof. New appliances in kitchen. Updated bathrooms. New carpet in lower level. Shed for additional storage. Close to shopping, dining, entertainment and major thoroughfares. Welcome...
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