Lisa Fraser's Blog Posts

With all the headlines and buzz in the media, some consumers believe the market is in a housing bubble. As the housing market shifts, you may be wondering what’ll happen next. It

Mortgage rates are much higher today than they were at the beginning of the year, and that’s had a clear impact on the housing market. As a result, the market is seeing a shift back

Have you outgrown your home?  Or has your home outgrown you and your household?  Fewer and fewer families expect to stay in their first or second home for the long haul.Here are some

We’ve all heard about the low inventory of homes for sale and the sad stories of home buyers being outbid on a home by a cash buyer or an over asking price offer. Then there’s the story

As exciting as it is to move into a new home, not many people look forward to the actual moving day. Whether you are moving across town or across the country, moving is stressful. Here are some

Buying a home and selling a home are equally stressful, but what about when you are trying to coordinate both at the same time?  For every home listed, another home has to be bought, and our

When I work with clients who are downsizing to a smaller home, one of the hardest chores they face is letting go of sentimental belongings they no longer have room for. Souvenirs collected during

We all want people to love our home as much as we do, but especially when you are trying to sell it!  While it’s impossible to please every buyers’ taste, there are several easy

Many of us could not wait to close the door on 2020 and usher in the new year– and all the positive karma we hope comes with it!  As you step into 2021, you may have spent some time

As we close out 2020 with the news that a COVID-19 vaccine may become available in the new year, we can all have hope that our lives will soon return to normal, but for this holiday season, families

I love working with first-time home buyers.  Helping you find your first home, leading you through the home buying process, and guiding you from house-hunting to move-in day gives me the warm

The pandemic has changed the way many of us live, work, and attend school—and those changes have impacted our priorities when it comes to choosing a home.According to a recent survey by The

In July, the average 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell below 3% for the first time in history.1 And while many Americans have rushed to take advantage of this unprecedented opportunity, others

These days, it seems like everyone’s looking for ways to cut costs and stretch their income further. Fortunately, there are some simple steps you can take to reduce your household expenses

                         If you are thinking about buying a home this year and aren’t sure if you will qualify for a mortgage,

Stop here for your *Shelter in Place* date night ideas:Staying in for date night can be just as fun as going out!  Tell me which one you’re trying first!“Insert last name”

You find the perfect house, start creating all of your Home Décor Pinterest boards and BAM – you find out that the sellers didn’t accept your offer. Your dreams of making dinner

You know the feeling when you struggle to find something to watch on Netflix because it’s just so overwhelming with the number of shows and movies to choose from? Well the same thing can

From pet beds to princess palaces, here are 10 features that could make your home less attractive to home buyers.1.  TURNING YOUR GARAGE INTO A FAMILY ROOMAs a Realtor, I see this

You're not just buying a house - you're buying a lifestyle! That means when you’re writing out your list of 'must have' home features and 'deal breakers', you need to think beyond the &ldquo

It seems like as soon as you metion that you’re thinking of putting your house up for sale, everyone wants to give their opinion on the subject. There are a number of things that you may hear

It’s a familiar story. The buyer of a Victorian home in a desirable neighborhood falls in love with the antique chandelier that hangs in the dining room. It fits the space beautifully and the