Home Sellers

How to Help Your Senior Parents DownsizeBy Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.netWhen the house that raised you becomes too big for the people who filled it, downsizing isn’t just a move; it’s a turning point. The logistics are easy to list: less square footage, fewer stairs, simpler upkeep. But the real work? It lives in the quiet grief of goodbye and the quiet hope of what comes next. For adult children supporting...

Signs of Exterior Damage That Are Easy to Miss Your roof, windows, and siding are supposed to protect your home from extreme temperatures, rain, snow, and pests. Severe weather, temperature fluctuations, and sunlight can cause damage that can be easy to overlook. Whether you're buying a home or thinking of selling your current one, looking out for these things will help you in the long run. There are...

What to Know When Buying and Selling a Home at the Same Time Buying and selling a home simultaneously requires planning, financial preparation, and expert coordination. No matter the reason, managing both transactions at once can be stressful. We’ve prepared some ways to help streamline the experience as you navigate the buying and selling process. Here’s what to know when buying and selling a home at...

10 Moving Supplies You Need Before Packing Moving can be a huge stressor, but it doesn’t have to be a challenging experience. Pre-planning and adequate supplies will make moving day significantly smoother. If you’re prepping for a move, be sure you have these key things to make your move easier. Here are the 10 moving supplies you need before packing. Sturdy Boxes and Packing Tape Tape and boxes are...

Making a Multigenerational Home Actually Work By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net There’s a quiet hum to a house when three generations are living under one roof. It’s the clatter of cereal bowls, the shuffle of slippers, and someone always needing to borrow the good scissors. It can be loud, chaotic, and full of life—until it isn't. When you share space with grandparents, parents, and kids, a few...

6 Overlooked Spots to Tackle in a Deep Clean Daily cleaning is essential to ensure your home stays comfortable and welcoming to your household and guests. When you're looking to sell your home, it is especially important to ensure it is clean for potential buyers. Even the most rigid adherence to your daily checklist will mean there are still some areas that will need extra attention during a deep clean....

Landscaping Tips For Selling Your Home No matter how many bedrooms your home has or how great your kitchen updates are, first impressions are critical to ensuring prospective buyers get past the curb and through the front door to find out what awaits them. That’s why making sure your landscaping is up to snuff is critical when listing your home for sale. If you are wondering how to landscape your yard...

Home Hygiene Tips to Avoid Winter Illnesses Preparing a home to sell is no small feat. Whether you’ve been in your house for a few years or decades, miscellaneous things can accumulate in every closet, cabinet, and drawer. Waiting until your home is on the market to eliminate these items can be daunting. Here is a full-house decluttering plan to sell your home in the spring. Breaking this task up...

Easy Tips for Prioritizing Home Projects One of the great features of owning your own home is customizing it to fit your needs and lifestyle. On the flip side, one of the downsides of owning your own home is the maintenance projects and costs that can come with homeownership. When you have multiple home projects on your list, prioritizing them may be challenging. These easy tips for prioritizing home...

Planning Your Interstate Move: What Should Be on Your Checklist? By Ray Flynn, DiyGuys.net When planning to relocate to a new state, there are numerous factors to consider that can significantly impact your transition and future life. From financial considerations like housing affordability and the cost of living, to personal factors such as education quality and job opportunities, each plays a...