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(BPT) - SUMMER IS HERE, AND THAT MEANS IT'S TIME TO TACKLE THE BIG OUTDOOR TASKS.
The importance of getting work done is especially true in this season of social isolation, when Americans are enjoying their homes' outdoor spaces more than ever. Outdoor work may require some extra sweat and elbow grease, but these big jobs are a welcome break right now, keeping people busy and outside—and helping them truly appreciate their well- -tended green spaces.
For many, outdoor work is a satisfying endeavor, allowing homeowners to take pride in their home and yard, along with the work they put into it, which shows in what people are searching for, posting and sharing online. For example, Pinterest Insights saw an increase of 89 percent in backyard renovation ideas on their website, along with a whopping jump of 658 percent in DIY small patio ideas on a budget, and an impressive 528 percent increase in budget garden inspiration ideas.
Ready to get started on your summer to-do list? Consider adding these big but worthwhile tasks to your roster.
Start a "victory garden"
Given all the questions brought about by COVID-19, many Americans are reigniting the WWII practice of growing their own fruits, vegetables and herbs to give themselves more control over their food supplies. Many produce varieties are easy to grow, and cultivating them at home can ward off unnecessary shopping excursions. "Americans are turning to gardens for food access, food security, food safety and food affordability," confirms gardening exec Jim Feinson on GardenResearch. com.
Beef up your landscaping
Look over your landscaping layout and determine which parts need trimming, filling in, fertilizing or replacing. If you're in doubt, many garden centers can draw up plans demonstrating changes or additions that might look more eye-catching. Before getting started, invest in easy-to-use equipment that will make the heavy-duty labor less grueling. Northern Tool + Equipment's Strongway Steel Jumbo Garden Wagon can handle tough jobs like hauling rocks, pavers or bags of cement; in
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Real Estate Focus
SHOULD YOU STILL SELL YOUR HOME IN 2020?
Submitted by Laura Kimball, Realtor - Coldwell Banker Resort Realty
Were you thinking of selling your home before COVID-19 reared its ugly head and hit the world like a ton of bricks? Are you still considering the options and trying to weigh the pros and cons? Rest assured; you’re not alone. The answer really depends on your current, unique situation, motivation and goals.
One of the biggest pros are the historically low mortgage interest rates we are seeing. Before the first COVID-19 cases appeared in the U.S., economists predicted that mortgage rates would remain low, on average under 4 percent, for the majority of 2020. Unlike the stock market that can go up 1,000 points one day and fall 2,000 the next, the housing market is generally more stable and takes longer to show change. Even if the economy makes a rapid recovery after stay-at-home orders are lifted across the nation, the expectation is that interest rates will remain low. That is good news if you are looking to finance a home purchase or need interested buyers to be able to obtain an affordable mortgage.
Home prices are, perhaps temporarily, on the rise! A severe supply shortage has pushed home prices up for the time being. According to Realtor.com, the number of homes for sale declined 15.7 percent in March 2020 compared to March 2019. Despite the national decline, the national median listing price increased 3.8 percent. According to Home Light’s flash poll of top agents across the country, 75 percent of the agents report that home prices are holding steady in their market. This is a unique, although potentially fleeting, window of opportunity for sellers! Some experts, however, suggest the economic future of the U.S. looks questionable; if you wait to list, you risk your home value declining as the market buckles under pressure from a recession.
Personal health, government regulations, shutdown and quarantine protocols, public safety and related topics are all at the forefront of peoples’ minds. These are all reason number one why people might be looking to make a move. Chances are many people will want to abandon crowded cities in favor of more urban areas. In the event of another outbreak, the appeal of large cities may diminish given their high cost of living and potential underpreparedness. In the instance of quarantine, many will prefer an area they can still enjoy outdoor space and nature. As Silicon Valley venture capitalist Balaji Srinivasan advised, “Sell city, buy country.” We are in one of the unique corners of the world that still has what others now realize they want; room to stretch out and the freedom to do so. As much as many of us want our corner of the world to stay private, the reality is that people are coming in. You can either be a positive participant or a disgruntled bystander, but the result will be the same. On that note, I believe that these are people who want the same things we want and are not interested in making our little corner the next big city. I believe people are now realizing the true beauty and value in keeping things small and free.
If you would like to explore the possibility of selling your home, give me a call for a free, noobligation consultation to discuss the options!
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