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Homeowner Tips


Cozy Home Features to Enjoy a Cup of Cocoa In
Certain home features naturally enhance comfort, warmth, and relaxation - and many of them also boost your home’s value and appeal to buyers. If you’re searching for cozy home features that make winter feel magical, here are the best places in your home to savor your favorite cup of hot cocoa.
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Dec 27, 20254 min read


If Buddy the Elf Were Your Realtor: A Hilarious Holiday Home-Buying Scenario 🎄
Today, we’re exploring a humorous, holiday-themed scenario: What would it look like if Buddy the Elf were your Realtor? And surprisingly, there are real real-estate lessons along the way.
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Dec 18, 20254 min read


What Building a Gingerbread House Can Teach You About Buying a Real Home
Every holiday season, families gather around kitchen tables to assemble gingerbread houses - icing, candy, and creativity everywhere. But beyond the festive fun, this sugary tradition actually reveals powerful insights into the real estate world. In fact, what building a gingerbread house can teach you about buying a home might surprise you.
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Dec 12, 20254 min read


December Homeowner Tips: Your Complete Winter Home Maintenance Guide for 2025 ❄️
This expanded guide covers the top December homeowner tips, all grounded in commonly accepted home-maintenance best practices, and optimized to help you easily find and use this information when searching online.
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Nov 30, 20254 min read


🍂 November Homeowner Tips: Your Complete Fall Home Maintenance & Winter Prep Checklist
November is the month when cozy sweaters meet colder nights - and smart homeowners take time to prepare their homes for the season ahead. Whether you’re in Charlotte, Union County , or beyond, these simple maintenance tasks will help protect your home, boost energy efficiency, and make your space more comfortable before winter officially arrives. If you’re wondering what home maintenance should I do in November? - this complete November homeowner tips and checklist covers ev
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Nov 12, 20255 min read


Get Smart About Credit: Real Estate Edition | Credit Tips for Homebuyers🏡
Discover smart credit tips for homebuyers to boost your score, secure better mortgage rates, and save money when purchasing your dream home!
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Oct 16, 20253 min read


Why Selling Your Home in the Fall Can Be Better Than Spring 🍂
Discover why selling your home in the fall can be smarter than spring. Learn how motivated buyers, less competition, and cozy curb appeal work in your favor!
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Oct 12, 20252 min read


October Homeowner Tips: Fall Home Maintenance Checklist 🍂
Stay ahead of the season with this October home maintenance checklist! Discover essential fall homeowner tips to protect your home and prepare for winter.
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Oct 11, 20253 min read


Fire Prevention Day: Home Fire Safety Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
Today is Fire Prevention Day , a national reminder of how important it is to protect your home and family from the dangers of fire. While...
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Oct 9, 20253 min read


🍂 Fall Porch Inspiration: Easy Ideas to Give Your Home a Seasonal Glow-Up
The mums have officially arrived at our local garden centers, and I’m not mad about it! In North and South Carolina, fall brings just...
Christen Ripoli - REALTOR
Sep 25, 20252 min read
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