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February
25

Selling your home? You don't need a huge budget to make a big impact. The right small changes can help your home sell faster and for a better price—without spending a fortune. Here are five simple upgrades that can make a big difference.

1. Upgrade Your Lighting

Good lighting makes a home feel warm and inviting. If your rooms feel dark or outdated, swap out old light fixtures for budget-friendly, modern options. Even something as simple as replacing old bulbs with bright LED daylight bulbs can instantly make a space feel fresher and more appealing to buyers.

Upgrade light fixtures to provide a more modern feel

2. Rearrange and Stage Key Areas

You don't need to hire a professional stager to make your home look its best. Start by rearranging furniture to make rooms feel more open and spacious. Remove bulky or...

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May
30

MKB, REALTORS®'s Mahoney Named to Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Advisory Council

Contact: Kate Mahoney / MKB, REALTORS® / 540.989.4555 / kmahoney@mkbrealtors.com

Roanoke, VA – May 30, 2024 – Kate Mahoney, Relocation Director of MKB, REALTORS® in Roanoke, VA, has been elected to the Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® Advisory Council, a leadership group that provides guidance on key initiatives for Leading Real Estate Companies of the World® (LeadingRE), a global real estate network comprised of 550 market-leading firms in over 70 countries.

The Advisory Council works closely with the LeadingRE management team on vital relocation, business development and lead generation programs. Council members also serve as mento...

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December
28

Buying a home can be stressful. Applying for a mortgage, viewing properties, making offers and competing for homes with multiple bids can be daunting. But it doesn't have to be when you work with an experienced real estate professional who is passionate about their work and looks forward to earning your business and building a partnership for years to come....

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December
28

A home isn't just a place to live. It's where you build your life; where you connect with your friends and family and make memories that will last a lifetime. While everyone has a different version of home, one thing is for certain — it's one of the biggest purchases you'll...

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December
28

It's time. You are ready to make a move. You've done your research and decided, wisely, to have someone represent you through the home buying and selling process. As you sift through names of agencies, you may notice different titles for these professionals, like "real estate agent" (sometimes referred to as a listing agent or buyers' agent) and "Realtor".

What's the difference?

"Not every agent is a Realtor. Sometimes the word becomes erroneously interchangeable in the industry," said Steve Hoover, partner and co-owner of MKB Realtors. "A real estate agent is a licensee who is a salesperson....

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