We spend a lot of time talking about the joys of homeownership. There is one element, however, that might not seem as joyful. And that is the dreaded move. Yes, we just heard that combined sigh of agreement out there. Taking all of our things out of one place and moving it to another is right up there with a root canal. Without anesthesia.

But here’s the thing. It doesn’t have to be that bad. Spoiler alert: Most of these tips involve being (and staying) organized.

Start Early

The homebuying season is upon us—traditionally, the spring and summer months. Given that the process of buying a house can be lengthy, detailed and sometimes daunting, we’re sharing five tips that homebuying newbies and been-there-done-that homebuyers alike should follow.

1. Avoid Risky Loans.

It’s springtime at last. Yippee! Translation: Just around the corner are BBQs, quality time al fresco and the occasional super soaker fight (you know you wanna!).

Before we get ahead of ourselves though, we highly recommend tackling spring yard clean-up. A little work will go a long way in the enjoyment of your outdoor space all summer long. 

3 Basic Yard Care Steps

The results of our 2016 housing survey are in—and are very telling, especially if you’re a renter or know someone who is. Nevada has work to do when it comes to affordable rental housing.

The 2016 Housing Survey Scoop

We hear that kissing an Irish person brings good luck, which comes in handy on St. Patrick’s Day—and every day of the year. But if you’re not a fan of getting a wee bit frisky in the name of good fortune, we’ve got five fun, not-so-forward ways to bring good luck into your home.

We love helping homebuyers morph into homeowners. Consequently, we talk about our homebuyer programs with great zeal. (And yes, frequency.)