Cross These 5 Projects Off Your DIY List

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There are a lot of projects people want to handle on their own. However, I feel that there are 5 projects you should not DIY - instead, leave these to the professionals:

1. Pest control. You might think you can head out to a hardware store, buy a spray, and take care of the pests yourself. Instead, call a professional. They know where to look for pests and can pick the best product to take care of the problem. It’s especially important to hire a professional if you have dangerous pests, like brown recluse or black widow spiders.

2. Tree removal. It might seem like a simple project - just chop it down! Don’t fall for this line of thinking. Cutting down a tree can be very dangerous. You might injure yourself or even damage your home. Call a professional to get that tree out of your yard.

3. Roof repairs. Maybe you just need to fix a small problem. Roof repair can be incredibly dangerous because you’re so high above the ground. Also, many insurance companies won’t insure the roof if they discover you have been working on it yourself.

"Hire a professional to take care of any dangerous projects."

4. Anything electric. Don’t try to wire something yourself or fix any kind of electrical problem on your own. It really could be the last thing you do. Hire a professional instead.

5. For Sale By Owner. Everyone owns a home, so everyone thinks they can sell it if they need to. Leave your home sale to the professional for a safer, more secure, and timely transaction. National statistics prove that a professional real estate agent can net you more money from your home sale than you could on your own.

If you have any DIY projects on your to-do list, give us a call. We know many professionals who can help you.

Don’t Buy in Denton County Without Asking These Questions

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In Denton, there’s three important questions to ask when you go house hunting. It’s not always about finding the perfect house at the right price.

1. The ratings of the area schools: Some people don’t think to ask because they don’t have kids, but it’s important to know where you sit in ratings of area schools for the purpose of resale value. Ratings range anywhere from poor to exemplary, and you can find them all on our website.
2. Utilities and fees: You can’t just look at the average utilities. Is the property in a co-op or is managed by the city? Those will make a difference in your rates, as well as whether or not it is unregulated. Can you choose your electricity provider? We can help you with all of that information. You need to find out if your property is located in an area that collects a special resale tax when you sell. Some areas tack on an additional fee when you turn around and sell.

3. What the area is like over the course of the day: Find out what the area is like during at least three different times of day. You’re probably seeing a house during the day, but look out at night for things like how many cars are parked and how many people are home or not home. You should also look into what it’s like on the weekend versus midweek.

Have further questions about these topics or anything about real estate in general? Give us a call or send an email and we’d be happy to speak with you.