Jennifer Louden's Blog

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Term of a mortgage: Understanding the basics

07/17/2025

A major aspect of financing a home is choosing the “term” of a mortgage. But what exactly are mortgage terms? While terms vary by mortgage lender, many are shared across…

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Tax facts: Property tax late fees & more

07/17/2025

Like most recurring expenses, property taxes have late fees if not paid on time. While the amount and specific consequences vary from one municipality to the next, property tax late…

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Symmetrical balance & other secrets of interior design

07/17/2025

Balance and symmetry are essential elements of interior design. Everything from the arrangement of furniture to the art on the walls can affect the symmetrical balance of the space and…

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Storage Solutions for a Small Kitchen

07/17/2025

Small kitchens can be problematic for many reasons. One of the most common issues with lack of space in a kitchen is lack of storage options. However, there are some…

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Staging doesn’t have to be over-the-top or expensive. It just needs to help buyers feel at home.

07/17/2025

The Rooms That Matter Most When You Sell Now that buyers have more options for their move, you need to be a bit more intentional about making sure your house…

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Spring is the busiest time in real estate, and there’s still time to capitalize on that momentum. The best week to list your house depends on local factors like buyer demand, nearby homes for sale, and how quickly things are selling. With me as your Real Estate Broker, you’ll have access to my area knowledge and years of experience. This is key to your success.

07/17/2025

Don’t Miss This Prime Spring Window To Sell Your House According to Realtor.com, the best week to list your house this year was April 13–19. And since that week has…

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Spring is here – and more buyers are entering the market. As your Real Estate Broker we will work together to make sure your offer stands out.

07/17/2025

4 Ways To Make an Offer That Stands Out This Spring Now that spring is here, more and more buyers are jumping back into the market, and competition is heating…

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Simply put, your closing costs are the additional fees and payments you have to make at closing. Here is a break down.

07/17/2025

What To Know About Closing Costs Now that you’ve decided to buy a home and are ready to make it happen, it’s a good idea to plan ahead for the costs that…

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Selling your home isn’t just about market conditions or mortgage rates—it’s also about making the best decision for your lifestyle and future.

07/17/2025

What’s Motivating Homeowners To Move Right Now Over the past few years, some homeowners have decided to delay their move because they don’t want to sell and take on a higher mortgage rate on…

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Selling a home without making any repairs is possible in today’s market, but it does have some trade-offs. To make sure you’re considering all your options and making the best choice possible, let’s have a conversation.

07/17/2025

Should You Sell Your House As-Is or Make Repairs? A recent study from the National Association of Realtors (NAR) shows most sellers (61%) completed at least minor repairs when selling their house. But sometimes life gets…

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