Amber Hester - Realtor

Did you know that having traditional gutters isn't your only option to keep rain from pooling?

Try One of These Alternatives If You Hate Your Home’s Gutters Keep your foundation dry and your garden beautiful with these simple gutter alternatives.

Homeownership has its financial perks. Learn how your home might earn you more money with these tips.

6 Ways Your Home Can Make Money for You (No Sale Required) Innovative ways to make your house and property work for you.

Did your inspection reveal issues? You could negotiate repairs (and there are some other options, too).

Did Your Home Inspection Reveal Problems? If so, Here Are Your Next Steps If there are underlying issues with your new home, here are a few tips for negotiating repairs after a home inspection or for backing out of the deal.

Whether you're a buyer or a seller, you should know these four things about inspections.

What do you know about home inspections? They really could make or break a real estate transaction.

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If you're planning to paint any part of your home, be sure you don't make this common mistake.

Paint pros reveal a common painting mistake We are definitely guilty of making this particular mistake

Before you buy a home in a neighborhood with a homeowners association, you should be aware of the bylaws, expected dues and more.

7 Ways HOA Dues Affect Your Finances HOA dues help you share expenses with your neighbors, and also impact your budget. Learn what they do and don't cover, and how it will impact your finances.

You're likely aware that there may be barriers to buying a home, but that doesn't mean it's impossible.

Lessons from Last Year’s Unsuccessful Home Buyers - NerdWallet Looking at the most common barriers to buying a home last year may give prospective buyers the edge they need to close a deal in 2022.

House hunting can be exhausting, especially when there's low inventory and high demand. But all is not lost: These five tips may help you find what you're looking for.

Finding a Home in a Hot Market Having trouble on your home search? Read this.

How are mortgage interest rates decided? Well, some of it is within your control, and some of it isn't. Learn more:

4 factors you can control that affect your mortgage interest rate There are many factors that affect mortgage interest rates. Some of those factors are within your control, and some are not. Learn how your credit score, down payment, DTI and loan terms can impact the interest rate you are offered by a lender.

Cleaning your stovetop and oven can be quite a chore, but these pointers may make it a little easier.

Oven-Cleaning Hacks From an Eco-Friendly Cleaning Expert | Well+Good An eco-minded cleaning expert shares his best oven and stove cleaning hacks for an efficient and safe clean, inside and out.

Are you interested in a new-construction home? Make sure you have a plan -- and reach out if you need assistance finding property.

Should You Buy Land and Build Your Own House? Is building your own home a viable—even cheaper—alternative in today's hot housing market?