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What to Look for When Watching a Walk-Through Video

When you’re shopping for a new home, you want to get the most out of watching this type of video, especially if you’re relying on it to help you decide whether or not to make a viewing appointment.Consider these suggestions:• Remember, it’s a video. Take advantage of the ability to ...

Tips for “After Dusk” Viewing Appointments

When you’re selling your property, you want buyers to see it at its best. But, a percentage of potential buyers will only be able to see your home in the evening. If it’s getting dark by the time they arrive, your home may not look as good as it does ...

The Midlife Move: How Changing Your Address Can Redefine Your Entire Life

Making a move in midlife is not about escaping the past—it’s about rewriting the script for what comes next. For many, this stage brings clarity about values, lifestyle desires, and ambitions that may have been sidelined earlier. Relocating, whether across the country or simply to a new neighborhood, can be ...

How to Sweeten an Offer without Raising the Price

If you’re making an offer on a property, obviously the price you go in at plays a big role in whether or not you get that home. That’s especially true when there are other competing offers. However, while the price is important, it’s not the only factor. There are other ...

Monitoring Devices for Seniors

The 2020s may become known as the decade in which we re-evaluated our homes, and found ways to make them better serve our needs. Part of that assessment has already begun, especially amongst seniors who desire greater independence and want to continue to enjoy comfortable, productive lives in their own ...

How to Highlight a Newer Home’s Quality for Buyers

Selling a newer home isn’t just about square footage and fresh paint — it’s about communicating confidence. You’re not offering a blank slate; you’re presenting a system that should function smoothly for years to come. But to earn a buyer’s trust, you’ve got to go beyond “like new” and show, ...

The Cure for Cabinet Clutter

When a buyer opens a cabinet door in your kitchen, it’s not an invasion of privacy. The buyer simply wants to get a sense of the available space. So, you can expect some buyers to explore cabinet space, especially in your kitchen and bathrooms. That’s why making sure cabinet space looks ...

Buying the Faraway Home

Shopping for a new home in a distant town, city or community can be a challenge. It’s especially difficult if getting there requires a very long drive or flight. So, if you’re thinking of moving out-of-town, here are some home shopping tips to consider: Schedule a longer than normal viewing appointment. Make ...

Savvy Negotiation Helps Win the Deal

Purchasing a home is not the same as buying a product off the shelf. You don’t simply pay the price on the tag and know it’s yours. You can’t just see a home for sale and say, “I’ll take it!”, especially if the market is competitive. You need to make ...

Moving Closer to Family Without Losing Yourself: How to Rebuild, Reframe, and Rise

The idea of moving closer to family feels like a warm safety net: familiar meals, built-in babysitters, and shared grocery runs. But beneath that comfort lives a quiet, complicated recalibration. You’re not just changing your address, you’re reshaping your day-to-day balance, emotionally and logistically. There’s real beauty in having loved ...

Melvin A.

Vieira Jr.

Real Estate Agent | REALTOR®

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