Susan McBride's Blog

Posted on 02/10/2021
Just Sold!! 9800 Johnson Ct., Westminster
Sometimes homes get snatched up before they even hit the market! This one went quickly and I'm so happy for the buyers. I know they'll love it here in Westbrook because this was our home for 21 years....
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Posted on 02/08/2021
Creating a Chic Storage Space for Your Home
Photo by ErikaWittlieb via Pixabay Storage is one of the biggest challenges when deciding how to decorate or plan a new home. It's tempting to throw everything into bins and stack them someplace in your garage, their contents forgotten ever after! If you do, though, there is a good chance you will waste money by purchasing things you...
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Posted on 02/01/2021
How to Know When It's Time to Sell Your Home as an Investment Property
Photo by fran hogan on Unsplash If you’re a homeowner considering selling your home as an investment property, timing is important. From a financial perspective, just as you probably bought strategically, you want to sell strategically too. The trick is knowing when the right time arrives. Here are four common metrics people use to determine when it's time...
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Posted on 01/25/2021
5 Simple Maintenance Tips for Your Home
Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay With the hustle and bustle of everyday life, keeping up with maintenance can be a serious challenge. But by focusing on simple maintenance tasks, you can put your best foot forward as you’re trying to improve your home and keep it lasting for many years to come. Keep Up on Plumbing Your plumbing...
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Posted on 01/18/2021
Photography Tips to Make Your Real Estate Listing Attractive to Buyers
Taking good pictures of a house up for sale can be challenging, especially when trying to make your home standout against all the other homes on the market. A good picture portrays your home in a great light and tends to make your house look attractive to prospective buyers. Some home sellers hire a professional photographer to take...
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Posted on 01/11/2021
Mortgage Options: Which One is Right for You?
Photo by Mastersenaiper via Pixabay When it comes to financing your home, you have a several mortgage options available. Each type of mortgage offers different advantages, so be sure to do research before applying. Below are some of the most popular types of mortgages borrowers may consider. Conventional Loans A conventional loan is a mortgage not insured by...
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Posted on 01/04/2021
Home Loan Perks for First Time Buyers
Image by Aline Oliveira from Pixabay If you've been dreaming of buying a home or have started looking at houses and mortgages, you've likely seen ads and information that directly targets the first time home buyer. Buying your first home is a significant milestone and one of the most financially beneficial things you'll ever do, and there are...
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Posted on 12/28/2020
Little Known Real Estate Laws
Photo by Gerd Altmann via Pixabay Only Two Toilet Per Building Many homes have two and a half or more bathrooms. If you want to move to Waldron Island in Washington, you’ll have to give up the idea of having a bathroom for every bedroom or even having that extra half bath. Waldron Island is very small and...
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Posted on 12/23/2020
Just Sold! 964 Blue Bell Rd, Berthoud, CO 80513
964 Blue Bell Rd is vacant land in Berthoud, CO 80513. This vacant land is a 0.26 acre lot. Nearby schools include Berthoud High School, Ivy Stockwell Elementary School and Turner Middle School. The closest grocery store is Hays Market. The closest coffee shop is Jo to Go. Nearby restaurants include Grandpa's Cafe, Pizza Hut and A&W Restaurant....
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Posted on 12/21/2020
Why You Should Build a Rain Garden & How to Get Started
Photo by InspiredImages via Pixabay Typically made in shallow depressions in the landscape, rain gardens are a great way to beautify your yard and give back to the environment. Since they contain native grasses and perennial flowers, these gardens do not have to cost much — and they are easy to build on your own. To get started,...
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Posted on 12/14/2020
Favorite Holiday Dishes
Photo by silviarita via Pixabay With the changing of the seasons comes the knowledge that the holidays are right around the corner. This means warm get-togethers with loved ones and holiday foods that will need to be prepared. Let’s take a look at 5 delicious dishes that you will want to make sure are a part of one...
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Posted on 12/19/2020
Another Property Sold - 18601 E Water Drive #C, Aurora, CO 80013
Love where you live! This home has the wow factor the minute you walk through the front door, with 40 ft. vaulted ceilings, spacious living, abundant natural light and a spectacular view. This quiet location on the end of the building includes a 1-car garage, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and laundry room. The complex includes a clubhouse, fitness center, and pool, with a low HOA fee that includes water, trash, recycling, snow removal and grounds maintenance. The area boasts trails, parks, shopping, transit, and a brand-new rec center just blocks away. Don’t miss this great second floor condo in an unbeatable...
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