Circa 1930: What real estate agents need to know about Depression-era kitchens and baths

The 1930s is known as the beginning of modern design, with both Art Deco and Art Nouveau influencing the styles and colors of bathrooms and kitchens in American homes. Continue reading

Freestanding, walk-in, whirlpool: What agents should know about bathtubs

As an agent, you can intelligently field questions about bathtubs and their variations if you have a few facts at your fingertips. Here are a handful of things you need to know about different types of bathtubs and their maintenance. Continue reading

Buyers looking for a fixer-upper? Here are 10 things to consider

It might sound like a great deal for your weekend warrior clients, but some properties just aren’t worth the price. Here’s what to watch out for. Continue reading

Grow up! 20 unprofessional agent behaviors that need to stop

We all have days that make us want to drive into the country and shriek for as long as we feel like it in the privacy of our own cars. What makes it worse is when it’s other agents causing the frustration. Continue reading

Scrub-a-dub-dub! Here’s what homeowners need to know about tubs

There are plenty of bathtub options on the market, ranging from durable fiberglass and acrylic to high-style cultured marble. Here’s what homeowners need to consider before choosing a new tub. Continue reading

Improvement vs. maintenance: How to explain the difference

Homeowners looking to sell often seem confused over what constitutes an improvement versus deferred maintenance. Here’s a handy list that’ll help your clients distinguish between basic maintenance and genuine home improvements. Continue reading

Pros and cons: 9 bathtub materials to consider

Agents who understand the advantages and disadvantages of different bathtub materials can serve as a resource to buyers, reflecting credibility and a high standard of professionalism. Let’s take a look at nine bathtub materials and detail what every pr… Continue reading