Tracy Reed, Realtor

10/12/2026

You aren’t limited to traditional securities in your IRA. You can also invest in real estate via a self-directed IRA. What is it, and how does it work? Read this article to find out.

A self-directed IRA allows you to hold investments such as real estate. Here’s how investing in real estate through a self-directed IRA works.

10/10/2026

With the revival of historic downtowns, many buyers are flocking to homes that make it an easy to walk to dining and shopping. Is this on your dream home list?

10/09/2026

We’ve all had a bad customer experience at some point. Here’s how to complain effectively to get results without ranting.

Successful complaining through customer reviews is an art. You want to get your problem resolved. Here are smart m**hods of getting customer satisfaction.

10/07/2026

Ready to list your home? Before you do, read this checklist so you’ll know what to repair before putting your home on the market.

It isn’t wise to do major renovations to sell your house, but repairs are another story. Here’s a list of what to repair before you sell.

10/05/2026

Producing m**hamphetamine in a house can saturate surfaces with dangerous toxic residue. If you are considering a house for purchase but suspect it may have once been a drug lab, trust your instincts and get more information.

M**h production leaves a toxic residue that causes health problems for later residents of the house. Here's how to avoid buying a m**h house.

10/03/2026

Once you've moved in, change your locks! You don’t know how many people had keys to your home before you moved in.

10/02/2026

Generally, "yellow star" products save 20 percent or more energy without compromising quality. Learn more about that all important stamp of approval here.

We’ve all seen the blue Energy Star logos on appliances, windows and even electronics, but what do they mean? Origins and purpose. The Energy Star program was launched in 1992 as a joint program of the Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. Energy Star encourages develo...

09/30/2026

Are you bewildered by your local home improvement store's array of white paints? Here’s a guide to choosing the "right white" for your home.

White paint might seem the simplest choice for painting your home’s walls, but it’s anything but. Here are some tips.

09/28/2026

Neighborhood tennis courts and swimming pools are favorites of home buyers. Here's an article to help you consider the pros and cons of these features before you purchase.

When you’re shopping for a new home, many planned developments offer tempting neighborhood amenities such as swimming pools and tennis courts. But before you dive in, read about the pros and cons. Pros. Living in a neighborhood with tennis courts and a swimming pool provides easy access to leisure...

09/26/2026

Staging on a budget? Thrift stores, yard sales, and flea markets are great places to find furniture and home decor.