More Windermere Offices Continue to Support Communities Through COVID-19 Pandemic Windermere offices have continued to support their communities throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, raising money for the Windermere Foundation, which has provided over $43 million in funding to support low-income and homeless families throughout the Western U.S. since 1989. Here are some highlights from the past holiday season. Windermere Whatcom Donates 84 Thanksgiving Boxes For over […]
More Windermere Acquires Sacramento’s Largest Independent Real Estate Company The heads of Windermere Real Estate Geoff Wood, Jill Jacobi Wood, and OB Jacobi have announced that Windermere has acquired the largest independent real estate company in Sacramento, CA, Lyon Real Estate. Founded in 1946 by William L. Lyon, Lyon Real Estate has over 800 agents in 17 offices throughout the greater Sacramento area and […]
Design Renovating Your Vacation Home Owning a vacation home comes with the reward of having your own slice of paradise, but it can also present some unique challenges if you need to make renovations. It’s important to understand how you will use your second home before diving into any renovation projects. This will help keep you organized and on track […]
Design Incorporate Pantone’s Color of 2021 Into Your Home For the second time ever, Pantone’s Color of the Year is actually two colors: Ultimate Gray and Illuminating Yellow. Ultimate Gray is emblematic of natural elements that stand the test of time, while Illuminating Yellow is a cheerful sunshine yellow, symbolizing energy and clarity. Here are some ways you can harness this color harmony in […]
Living Technology in Your Home Every year there are more products that come out to automate your home. There are many reasons to add technology and to automate your home including safety, security, efficiency and convenience. Here are some reasons and products that are must have for your home.   For Safety There are many products that will help keep […]
Buying Ways to Save Money by Going Green Contrary to popular belief, going green does not have to be hard or cost money, in fact it can even save you money.  There are many small things that you and your family can do within your home to save money while reducing landfill waste and the use of natural resources. Discover a few ways […]
Living Your Winter Home Maintenance Checklist Winter is a magical season to spend at home. We all want to be able to enjoy the shorter days and longer nights from the comfort of our homes while we watch the season change. To truly enjoy this winter at home with peace of mind, you’ll want to complete a home maintenance checklist to […]
More #AskAnAgent Wrap-Up On our “#AskAnAgent” Instagram Live series, radio personality and Windermere client Carla Marie goes live with our agents, answering viewer questions about how to buy and sell a home. After our first three episodes with Jessica James, Ashley Abolafia, and Gervon Simon, Carla Marie sat down with the following agents to round out the #AskAnAgent […]
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Design 2021 Paint Color Trends Each new year brings a fresh perspective on the latest design trends, home décor, and popular colors for homeowners to incorporate in their homes. This year has greatly impacted the way we depend on the places we live. This shift in responsibilities has changed homeowners’ needs, which are reflected in the upcoming year’s most sought-after […]
Market News Matthew Gardner COVID-19 Housing & Economic Update: 12/7/2020   Hello and welcome to this rather special episode of Mondays with Matthew. I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner. Now, if you wonder what’s special about this particular episode, well the answer is twofold. Firstly, I started these videos at the onset of the COVID-19 epidemic back in March and this is the […]
Design 10 Tips to Upgrade Your Bedroom We spend roughly a third of our lives asleep, so it’s only right that bedrooms be high on the priority list when it comes to home upgrades. Whether you’re looking for extra comfort or added liveliness from your personal sanctuary, these 10 simple tips will level up your bedroom. 10 Tips to Upgrade Your Bedroom […]
More GivingTuesday 2020: Donate Through Your Local Windermere Office After shopping for everyone on our holiday lists this year, let’s remember those in our communities who need our support. This GivingTuesday, you can help low-income and homeless families in your community by making a donation to the Windermere Foundation via your local Windermere office. GivingTuesday – December 1, 2020 GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement created in 2012 […]
Living How to Childproof Your Home Whether your household includes a newborn, toddler, or young child, your home has the potential to pose a risk to their safety if not properly childproofed. There’s no stopping a child’s curiosity. Using safety latches on cabinets and blocking your staircase with a gate is a good start, but there are other potential hazards around […]
Market News Matthew Gardner COVID-19 Housing & Economic Update: 11/23/2020   We’re back with another episode of “Mondays with Matthew,” with our chief economist, Matthew Gardner. This week he’s diving deep into the dark corners of the latest US home sales data. Hello there and welcome to the latest episode of Mondays with Matthew. I’m Windermere Real Estate’s Chief Economist, Matthew Gardner. Today we are […]
Design Simple Kitchen Makeover Ideas Kitchen makeovers sit atop many homeowners’ wish lists, but they can be stressful and costly. However, there are simple projects you can tackle that will give your kitchen the look and feel of a total overhaul without breaking the bank.   Simple Projects Backsplash Giving your backsplash a makeover can do wonders for your kitchen. […]
Living Hosting for the Holidays Whether you’re planning on having visitors fill your home with holiday cheer or keeping the holiday celebrations to a minimum, there are steps you can take to reduce the stresses of gatherings during the COVID-19 pandemic. Many homeowners have become accustomed to applying the following principles to their at-home lifestyles thus far this year, and […]
More November is Homeless Youth Awareness Month In 2007, November was declared National Homeless Youth Awareness Month to shine a light on the homeless experiences of young people and their families. The Windermere Foundation supports the following organizations dedicated to supporting youth in their communities, all of which are providing ways to give back during the COVID-19 pandemic. To support these organizations, […]
More Windermere Launches Redesigned “People First” Website Windermere Real Estate has launched a redesign of its website Windermere.com as a part of the company’s brand refresh evolution that started with new logos and more modern branding two years ago, followed by the launch of the company’s “All in, for you” brand campaign in 2019. Windermere Marketing VP Julie Dey said it was […]
Buying A Guide to VA Loans VA loans provide a path toward homeownership for active service and veteran personnel and their families. The following serves as a guide to understanding what they are, who they are available to, and what types of loans are available to them. VA loans can be confusing, so talk with your Windermere agent as you prepare […]
Market News Hawaii/Maui Real Estate Market Update The following analysis of select Maui real estate markets is provided by Windermere Real Estate Chief Economist Matthew Gardner. We hope that this information may assist you with making better-informed real estate decisions. For further information about the housing market in your area, please don’t hesitate to contact your Windermere agent.    ECONOMIC OVERVIEW COVID-19 […]