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When driving, dress for the weather and keep a blanket or spare warm clothes in your car. At your home and office, prepare other protocols to stay warm. Visit the NAR REALTOR® Safety Program page to learn more. ow.ly/XU6c104rcLz

I almost didn’t post this because we are past January 1st but I think these tips are relevant at any time. But I need some accountability, especially when it comes to my home-based New Year’s Resolutions! So today, I’m sharing my 2023 home goals. See below: 👇

1. Keep the clutter at bay
Each month, I’m going to do a quick clutter check and trash or donate anything I don’t need or use on a regular basis.

2. Deep cleaning
Every 3 months, I’m plan to spend a weekend deep cleaning. And I really mean deep cleaning! Dust those light fixtures, ceiling fans, and baseboards! And this year, I’m hiring a professional take care of my carpets, rugs, and upholstery.

3. Safety first
Did you know it’s recommended to check on your smoke detectors every month? Until I started working in real estate, I sure didn’t! This year, I’ve set a reminder to make sure my smoke detector and security system is in working order.
That’s it for me! Do you have any home-based goals or resolutions? Let me know in the comments!

And if you need some recommendations for cleaning professionals or professional organizers, shoot me a DM. I’m happy to help!

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The shift in the housing market this year has many asking: “will there be a wave of foreclosures hitting the market?”

Although you might see headlines that report rising numbers of foreclosures, consider the context! During the pandemic, there was a nationwide foreclosure moratorium. Once that was lifted last year there was an uptick in foreclosure activity. Now, data from the New York Fed shows there are fewer foreclosures happening today than before the pandemic.

During the last housing market crash, between 2006 and 2014, about 9.3 million households went through foreclosure, gave up their home to a lender or sold in a distressed sale. This was, in part, due to relaxed lending standards (aka: people bought homes they could not actually afford).

Today, new lending standards have led to more qualified buyers and fewer homeowners are behind on their mortgages. Homeowners today have enough equity to sell their homes instead of resorting to foreclosure. Because home prices have been increasing since 2020, many homeowners have more equity than they even realize.

So, don’t let the headlines scare you! If you have any questions about anything you’ve read, my inbox is always open!

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Honoring the life and legacy today of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Thank you, Dr. King, for all of your contributions 🖤

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Twenty-two percent of homeowners say ROI is their top motivation for remodeling. Here’s information that can help you guide clients on which home improvement projects they should prioritize. ow.ly/22Kh104pmTj

January 9 is the deadline for submitting a proposal to present at 2023 NAR NXT! We’re looking for fresh takes on a variety of topics that will motivate members and support their business goals. If you’ve ever wanted to share your best practices, this is the opportunity. Full details on the submission process are available here: ow.ly/YBwi104pmSz

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