St Louis Real Estate

Moving After an Injury

January 2, 2019

Sharon Colona

Moving After an Injury You know your St. Louis car accident attorney is there to help you develop a personal injury claim and pursue monetary compensation for your related damages. But did you know there’s a whole lot more your lawyer can do for you, like connect you with a real estate agent who

First Few Days on the Market – Tips for New Home Sellers

September 10, 2018

Sharon Colona

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Listing your home in the Greater St. Louis Area? It’s an exciting time! You’ve chosen the right agent, selected the right price, taken great pictures and prepared your home for sale….so what can you expect next? Now that your home is on the market, you’re ready for the potential home buyers to come through your

When to Walk Away From A House | Buying a New Home in St. Louis

August 6, 2018

Sharon Colona

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When To Walk Away From A House When you’re house hunting for a new home in the Greater St. Louis area, it’s exciting. Then you find “the one,” write an offer and have it accepted. That’s wonderful! That’s also when the real work starts. Of course you know that you need to get started on

Simplify the Home Loan Process

July 18, 2018

Sharon Colona

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If you are considering the purchase of a new home in St. Louis, most likely you’ll need to get a home loan. If you’re like most people, the process can seem overwhelming, especially if you haven’t obtained a loan in a long time. As a first time home buyer, the process can seem even more

New Tax Laws – How Will They Affect St. Louis Real Estate

May 15, 2018

Sharon Colona

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Planning for 2019 Tax Season The tax season may be over, but this is the time to plan for next year. The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act took affect January 1, 2018 and with it some significant changes to the tax code. Sweeping reforms will directly effect the Real estate market across the country. Regardless

5 Clever Ways to Prepare Your Home For Sale in the Spring

April 11, 2018

Sharon Colona

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With Spring quickly approaching, it is by far the optimum time of year to sell Real Estate. Why? Statistically, the largest number of buyers are actively searching for a new home during April, May, and June. Here are 5 quick tips to prepare your home for Spring Time Selling: Wash all Windows Inside and Out

Financial Benefits of Home Ownership in St. Louis

March 12, 2018

Sharon Colona

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50 years ago, home ownership was one of the primary goals of every adult. Our parents and grandparents worked most of their lives to pay off that 30 year mortgage. Times have changed. Families rarely stay in one place for 30 years any longer. Studies have shown that most people move every 7 years. So

Should You Buy or Rent Your St. Louis Home?

February 19, 2018

Sharon Colona

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Home ownership is the American Dream, right? Owing a place to call home, being able to paint the walls purple if you like, that’s what everyone wants. Isn’t it? Let’s talk a little about the pros and cons of home ownership that will help you decide if you should buy or rent. Benefits of Owning

Listing Your St. Louis Home in Winter – Showing Tips to Get a Great Offer

January 10, 2018

Sharon Colona

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Listing and Showing Your Home During Winter? Tips to Get That Offer With the start of the New Year, it’s natural to think about the changes you want to make in the coming months. It’s a time of renewal. One of the biggest changes might be to sell your St. Louis home and move. As

Biggest Mistakes St. Louis Landlords Make | Avoid Common Landlord Mistakes

December 14, 2017

Sharon Colona

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Biggest Mistakes Landlords Make Owning rental property in St. Louis can be a solid addition to your investment portfolio providing diversification and a hedge against inflation. Properly managed, these investment properties can provide not only an increase in asset value but also passive income. Unfortunately landlords often find that instead of providing a nice cash