Monthly Archives: August 2021

Family Home, Home Buyers, Home Sellers, Real Estate

Buying a Condo vs. Buying a House: Key Differences

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a condo building next to a single family home, representing buying a condo vs. buying a house

Buying your first home is an exciting time. You鈥檝e decided to step out of the comfort of renting or staying somewhere rent-free and step into a place you can truly call your own. But if you鈥檙e not interested in a large space, is owning a condo the same thing as owning a house?

Both options have their benefits and drawbacks, but it ultimately comes down to what you value in a home. You must choose which option fits you correctly, or you might find yourself thinking the grass is greener on your neighbor鈥檚 lawn.

We鈥檒l walk you through the process and differences of buying a condo vs. buying a house.

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Awards Spotlights, Executives in the News, Press Release, Real Estate Agents, Top Producer Spotlights

Lisa Glombowski Named Eastern Thumb’s Realtor of the Year

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Lisa Glombowski, Realtor of the Year
Lisa Glombowski of 皇冠体育app Home Towne

皇冠体育app Home Towne of Port Huron, Michigan, is pleased to announce that Lisa Glombowski has been honored as the 2021 Realtor of the Year.  This award recognizes the behaviors and attributes that make a real estate professional shine: service to the community and the association, ethical behavior, commitment to bettering the profession, and participation in civic and charitable opportunities. Nominees for the award were submitted by peers in the association. The final selection was made by an anonymous vote by the Board of Directors.

Looking back, Glombowski says she carried an unexplainable attraction to real estate for years before deciding to make a career switch. Despite having multiple people try to dissuade her, she obtained her license in 2013. 鈥淚 was working at an orthodontist office, my kids were off to college, and I felt that I finally had the time to commit to starting my own business,鈥� she said. 鈥淲hat was the worst that could happen? No matter what, I was going to gain knowledge.鈥�

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eNews, Home Design, Homeowners

Granny Chic Design

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Granny chic combines the new and old by throwing out the rules when it comes to blending colors and patterns.

If you’ve scrolled through Pinterest lately, chances are you’ve seen pins for granny chic design. Sometimes referred to as grandmillennial style, granny chic design combines traditional American interiors with modern touches. Think of it as grandma’s house on steroids where excess is everything. Here’s how to bring together new and old for a grandmillennial win.

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eNews, Home Buyers, Homeowners, Travel

How to Find Your Perfect Vacation Home

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a vacation home on the coast overlooking the ocean

As vaccines continue to roll out and a light appears at the end of the pandemic tunnel, many people are giving themselves permission to imagine their post COVID-19 lives. For some, this means planning wonderful vacations and time away. For others, it鈥檚 looking for a new spot to call home, even if only for a few weekends a year. Regardless, there鈥檚 nothing stopping you from you have been dreaming about!

There are few better ways to ensure vacations are accessible on your terms than buying a vacation home. Here鈥檚 a look at what you need to know to find the perfect property.

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DIY, eNews, Home Design, Homeowners

5 Tips for Maximizing a Small Garden Space

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A woman potting plants in her small garden space.

If you鈥檙e disappointed with the size of the garden in your new home, or you鈥檙e considering a property and the only downside is a small outdoor area, there are plenty of things you can do to turn even the tiniest garden into a perfect green escape to relax in.

In this article, we cover some simple ideas for maximizing your garden and creating the illusion of more space.

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eNews, Food & Drink, Holidays

5 Sensational End-Of-Summer Cocktail & Mocktail Recipes

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Three ladies toasting with their cocktails for the end of summer.

Nothing says summer like the perfect beverage. Why settle for boring seltzers or the same old beer when you can impress your guests by cooling them off with a creative cocktail or mocktail? Get your end-of-summer parties started with these easy to make recipes for drinks like mojitos, martinis, and more.

Prep Work

Before you get started, it is helpful to have a few supplies on hand. Start your mixology sessions by making sure you have a cocktail shaker and muddle. These seem a little over-the-top, but they allow you to make cocktails faster and easier. When you are choosing your shaker and muddle, think about how easy they are for you to use, clean, and how many drinks you plan to make at once.

You should also keep simple ingredients around like lemons, limes, and simple syrup. Cocktails and mocktails are often better with a unique twist. Think about keeping flavored syrups and fresh herbs to add in too.

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Family Home, Home Buyers, Homeowners

How to Resuscitate Your Bank Account After Buying a Home

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A piggy bank symbolizing the need to boost your bank account after buying a home.

Buying property is a huge investment, and it often comes with additional, unplanned expenses. If you鈥檙e not careful, you can find yourself in a less than desirable financial position. Before you realize it, your budget is forgotten, you鈥檝e spent money on all sorts of things you鈥檇 never imagined needing, and you鈥檙e feeling somewhat out of pocket. For this reason, it鈥檚 important to know how to balance homeownership and breathe new life into your bank balance. To help you out, we鈥檝e compiled eight handy tips to boost your bank account.

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DIY, Family Home, Homeowners

Air Conditioning 101: Tips, Tricks, and Hacks You Should Know

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Woman enjoying the AC in her living room.
Keeping your AC running efficiently will help you stay cool all summer.

During the scorching summer months, it’s hard to imagine life without your trusted air conditioning unit. However, as the degrees drop inside your home, your electric bill can also head in the opposite direction. When faced with skyrocketing bills, it is tempting to give up your AC or live much more warmly from day-to-day.

Fortunately, there are ways you can stay cool during summer without spending a fortune. Beat the summer heat, save money, and keep your air conditioning unit in peak shape by keeping the following AC tricks, tips, and hacks in mind:

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Awards Spotlights, Executives in the News, Real Estate, Real Estate Agents, Real Estate News, Top Producer Spotlights

皇冠体育app Sudduth Realty Recognized as Top Auction Firm

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Mark, Donna, and Caitlin Sudduth at the Wichita Business Journal awards.
Donna, Mark, and Caitlin Sudduth at the Wichita Business Journal Awards.

皇冠体育app Sudduth Realty and Auctions, Inc. has been honored as the 2021 Top Auction Firm with the Wichita Business Journal. As a full-service real estate brokerage led by Broker/Owner Mark Sudduth, this Augusta business takes client service to the next level by specializing in traditional sales and real estate auctions. Experiencing explosive growth in the past few years, the firm has become one of the leading auction firms in south central Kansas.

鈥淐ontrary to what some may believe, hosting an auction is not 鈥榞iving away鈥� a property. In fact, effective marketing allows us to successfully increase visibility for unique homes, farms, ranches, and investment properties- properties that are often time incomparable to others in the area.  Although it isn鈥檛 appropriate for every client and property, an auction can be a great option to consider. We view it as an additional service that our Executives have in their arsenal,鈥� says Sudduth.

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Awards Spotlights, Executives Giving Back, Executives in the News, Real Estate Agents, Top Producer Spotlights

New Agent to Multi-Million Dollar Producer: Mary Giles Shares Her Success Story

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Mary Giles, multi-million dollar producing real estate agent.
Mary Giles of 皇冠体育app Select Group Ohio.

According to the , agents in the business for two years or less averaged three transactions in 2020- or roughly $400,000 in sales volume.  For most of those agents, their real estate work generated less than $10,000 in income.

Not for Mary Giles of 皇冠体育app Select Group in Sandusky, Ohio.

Despite a pandemic and inventory shortage, Giles decided to obtain her real estate license in November 2020.  Since that time, she has closed 20 homes, has four more under contract, and has closed over $2.5 million in sales volume in an area where home prices average $100,000. To jumpstart real estate careers for other new agents looking to become highly productive, Giles sat down with us to share her story, strategies, and recommendations.

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