Prepare your home for spring starting January 1

Baby it’s cold outside, but spring will be here before you know it. Prepare for sunnier days by getting your home cleaned up, organized and ready for the new year. These five low and no cost ideas will get you well on your way to welcoming 2023 in style! Organize Gifts Before you change into comfy clothes and wind down from the busy holiday season, go through gifts and decide [...]

Fall Interior Paint Trends for 2022

Cooler weather means more indoor time. Make the most of it with these five fall color trends that will easily transform your fave living spaces into something really special. Since paint is easy, affordable and quick - you can try all five. Happy fall!   Go Green Add a splash (or two) of green to your home and bring the outside in! Consider a striking moss or sage hue or [...]

7 Tips to Turn your Backyard into a Fall Wonderland

The outdoors are perfect for summer but did you know you can easily transform those same spaces into a fab fall hangout? These seven suggestions are not only easy and affordable, they will get you in the autumn mood in no time flat! Lights The perfect backyard starts with well-placed lighting. String lights are an easy way to create cozy spaces. Line them around porches or a gazebos or bury [...]

Get outside! How to transform your outdoor space in one weekend

One of the best things about living in the South is the opportunity to spend lots and lots of time outdoors. Large lawn or small patio, creating a welcoming and fun outside spot to entertain or grab some much needed “you” time is closer than you think. These seven ideas are a great way to build a dream space under the sun and stars without spending tons of time or [...]

Charlotte Housing Market’s Spring Forecast with Victor Ahdieh

Victor Ahdieh, Broker, NC/SC REALTOR® and Co-Owner of Savvy + Co. Real Estate 1.) Housing prices exploded during the pandemic. Are you concerned about a housing bubble? With everything going on around us, I think it’s easy to get caught up in a cycle of fear and worry. Some of it may be warranted, but I think it’s important to stress that—first and foremost—I don’t think we are [...]

4 Reasons Why Real Estate Is A Great Way to Build Wealth

Do you want to make more money? Sure, we all do, at least according to the advertisements. And while this may be true, not everyone knows exactly what they should do to achieve that goal. According to Savvy + Co. Real Estate agent Susan Hill, real estate is one of the best and easiest ways to build wealth. Susan has been with Savvy + Co. for over eight years. Growing up, Susan [...]

10 Features Today’s Home Buyers are Looking For

When you think of your dream home - what makes the must-have list? According to a Realtor.com survey, fun outdoor spaces, a fab location and excellent Internet access are just a few dreamy features buyers are eagerly searching for. If this list has you saying “yes, please”, contact a Savvy + Co. Real Estate expert who can guide you through the home buying process and take you from first showings [...]

How COVID-19 is changing home design inside and out

There’s no doubt the pandemic has changed almost everything about everyday life - from work to entertainment, shopping to education. Home design is also responding to the new normal in a myriad of ways. For example, more defined spaces versus the popular open floor plan might become more desirable to allow for much needed privacy when the entire household is learning and working from home. Below are other ways home [...]

Is 2020 Your Year to Make a Move?

We know you’ve got all the right moves. From your epic holiday dance routine to persuading Fido to sport the knitted sweater and matching hat to the dog park - this is your year!  Why not add one more fabulous move to your list? The move to your new home. Maybe you are finally ready to stop renting, or want to move closer to work or need more space for [...]

Avoid ‘Stranger Things’ by hiring a home inspector

Buying a house can fill even the coolest cat with anxiety. Beyond finding the house of your dreams and getting your offer accepted is the all-important inspection. While this critical step helps protect the buyer and seller [...]