Cherokee Real Estate News
Having a Thanksgiving Weekend Open House
To have an open house or not to have an open house over the Thanksgiving weekend: that is the question! Many sellers assume that the Thanksgiving holiday weekends and the week between Christmas and New Years Day are less than…
The First Thanksgiving in Your New Home
You’ve invited everyone to celebrate Thanksgiving with you in your new home … a joy-filled day with family and friends, good company, great food, celebrating old traditions and creating new ones! The first holiday gathering in your new home celebrates…
Winterizing Your Vacant Home
Whether it is your summer vacation cottage, or your recently vacated home put up for sale, proper winterizing prevents your home from deteriorating while it’s empty and saves you money both now and later. Make a list Decide what needs…
Holiday Decoration Safety
Each year, fire departments across the country respond to home and structure fires caused by holiday decorations. In a study by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) in 2011 showed an annual average of 230 structure fires that began with…
Lighting a Fire in Your New Fireplace
As the weather chills, snow falls and socializing moves indoors, what could be more inviting than a warm cup of cocoa in front of a bright crackling fire? If your new home has a wood fireplace, here are some basics…
Selling Your Home When Inventory is Low
If there is even a slight chance you may want to sell your home, now is the time to act! Housing has definitely shifted to a seller’s market, with inventory at a 13 year low. The National Association of Realtors…