Sandy Bender Real Estate

Homeowners are always looking for ways to increase the value of their property. However, some improvement projects are costly and may not result in the increased value that’s desired. Which projects should you focus on and which ones will result in the highest ROI (Return on Investment) for your home? Add a bathroom – converting […]

Owning a home with a luscious lawn is a dram for many.  But once you have it, how do you care for it?  At first, it may seem like a lot of work, but it’s actually not difficult if you take the time to learn.  Here are some tips on how to maintain a pristine […]

As summer begins to heat up, keeping your home cool and comfortable is important.  You may want to consider purchasing a new air conditioning (A/C) unit before it’s too late.  Whether you’re replacing a broken unit or upgrading to become more energy efficient, here are four things to consider before purchasing a new A/C unit. […]

Make a resolution to declutter and reorganize these 5 rooms Now that the new year is here, it’s time to get organized.  After the hustle and bustle of the holiday season, it is easy for things to be shuffled around or misplaced.  Here are the five rooms or areas in your home that deserve immediate […]

The future is now for homeowners, as more and more people are looking to smart devices to improve their everyday living.  From thermostats, to fire and carbon monoxide detectors, technology and automation is getting more sophisticated. What’s the current state of smart technology, and where is it going?  Here are a few new devices that […]

SAccording to a survey from meal kit delivery company HelloFresh, 35% of millennials who own a home or are likely to purchase a home in the next few years said the kitchen is the most important room when it comes to the house hunt.  But what features are trending? Here are some to look out […]

While the price of a home might seem to be in your budget at face value, forgotten costs of the buying and moving process could potentially put you over budget in the long run. Here are six costs that are often overlooked, courtesy of Redfin. Improvements. Even if the home you buy isn’t a fixer-upper, […]

Each year brings about new home design trends, and one of the most popular rooms to study is the kitchen. Looking at trend studies can provide inspiration for homeowners considering updating or remodeling their kitchens, so check out these findings from the latest Houzz report. 1. Organization and decluttering are top priorities. Seventy-five percent of […]

What may seem like small problems in your home can be a big deal to prospective buyers who will want to discount the price. Realtor.com names six of the minuscule things that could be big hurdles to closing. 1. An old electrical panel – Buyers will want it “up to code.” Get bids from multiple […]

As a homeowner, there’s no landlord or maintenance engineer to ask for help. So Realtor.com recommends you learn to handle these five basic problems: 1. Change HVAC filters: Replace quarterly to keep your system running smoothly and cut energy bills. 2. Cutting the water supply: Find and tab the shut-off valve when you first move […]