Anita Berry - Berry Real Estate Team

11/02/2026

You’ve signed a contract on the sale of your home, then a higher bid comes in. What can a seller legally do?

Congratulations, you’ve gotten a contract on your house! But wait, someone else makes an even better offer. Can you accept it? Once you sign a contract and earnest money has been paid by the buyer, an enforceable contract is in place. You cannot break it without penalties. The buyer can sue for en...

10/31/2026

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10/31/2026

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10/30/2026

To sod or to seed? It’s really a question of time and money. Let’s review the available options.

If you’re looking to spruce up your lawn, should you have sod brought in, or should you seed? One is a faster route, but the other is less expensive. Let’s compare each method and you’ll be on your way to achieving that green, green grass of home. Let’s prep. First, the existing soil needs t...

10/28/2026

Don’t underestimate the importance of a survey. Learn why a survey is important for your mortgage as well as to protect you from property disputes.

An accurate survey is a crucial step in your home-buying process, making sure you don’t encroach on a neighbor’s property -- or vice versa. A mistake in the survey can cause legal problems later. Here’s what you need to know now to avoid problems later. Location, shape and size. A survey will ...

10/26/2026

Before you sink a small fortune into renovating your home, check out this list of improvements that may not provide an adequate return at resale.

Before jumping into a home remodeling project, think hard about the reasons behind your proposed renovations. If an anticipated big payoff at resale time is one of your top priorities, you might want to reconsider. Here are a few of the biggest home improvement losers:

10/24/2026

Is it true that homes sell better in the spring and summer months? Are there any advantages to buying or selling in the fall and winter? Here’s what you need to know.

The conventional wisdom is true -- home sales are cyclical. Listings surge in the spring and buyers more actively shop for new houses between March and August. The weather is nicer and families with children prefer to move before the start of a new school year. But is it the best time of year to buy...

10/23/2026

We think of our homes as safe havens, but houses can be dangerous places when it comes to kids. Here’s a comprehensive guide to keep kids safe.

If you have a new baby in the house, it’s time to start thinking about childproofing your home. Babies become mobile sooner than you think and it is up to you to keep them safe from household perils. Check online or at a home-improvement or baby supply store for a wide selection of latches, gates,...

10/21/2026

The mortgage approval process is stressful enough without inadvertently setting off an alarm with the lender. Here are the dos and don’ts of the approval process.

The mortgage approval process is rigorous. Since the housing bubble burst in 2008, federal regulators have ratcheted up their standards. Here’s a list of the do’s and don’ts to be approved. Do this. Brace yourself to comply with the documentation process, which is extensive. Always be truthful...

10/19/2026

Are you in the process of selling your home with pets living in the house? Here is how to clean up those accidents quickly!

Pet accidents are inevitable, reminding us all of the sacrifices and responsibilities that come with pet ownership. Hurry, grab some supplies and let’s get that mess cleaned up and the odor removed. Soiled carpets. Quick removal of pet waste is essential. Left to dry, stain and odor removal become...