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Dealing with debt can be a real pain. But did you know that most people struggle with debt? The average American now has $38,000 in personal debt, not including their mortgage payment. Crazy, right? So we thought it would be appropriate to share some quick tips about how to get out of debt… faster. Pay … Continued

Are you trying to sell a home of someone who hoarded possessions? Unfortunately, it can be a real headache to sell a house with hundreds of possessions that are packed into every nook and cranny of the home. Just CLEANING the place can take months. So what should you do? Well, at PineCone Properties, we’ve … Continued

Storm damage can turn your world upside down in a matter of minutes. From hurricanes and tornadoes to hail and severe thunderstorms, Mother Nature doesn’t ask permission before tearing through your home and your peace of mind. If you’ve recently experienced storm damage and are wondering what to do next — especially if you’re thinking … Continued

Unsure of what to do after inheriting a house? We get it. While you’re grateful to be on the person’s will, inheriting a home comes with a lot of unexpected responsibilities. For example, you’ll now be responsible for taxes, insurance, and any leftover debt. Fortunately, at PineCone Properties, we’ve worked with a lot of people … Continued

Trying to sell a home with a torn-up yard? We get it… For better or worse, the first thing that buyers see — before they even walk in your house — is the lawn. And if that yard leaves a bad first impression, it can make potential buyers walk away without a second glance. Fortunately, … Continued

Trying to sell a home that is really outdated? Time moves fast… the housing market and buyer expectations are no exception. Every year, buyers expect to purchase a home with the latest and greatest updates. But naturally, you haven’t had time to keep up with all of those upgrades on your home… you were busy … Continued

Are you struggling to sell a house that just doesn’t seem to attract any real buyers? Maybe it’s a quirky layout, outdated design, or sits in a neighborhood where buyers want something different. Whatever the reason, trying to sell a property that doesn’t align with what the market expects can be frustrating, time-consuming, and expensive. … Continued

Trying to sell your home but failing on the inspections? Unfortunately, nothing deters buyers quite like dry rot, pests, or some other ominous discovery during inspection. What’s worse? Fixing that damage you didn’t even know about can be expensive. And naturally, you weren’t wanting to SPEND money on the sale of your home, you were … Continued

When it comes to selling a home, one of the most significant decisions a homeowner faces is choosing the right real estate agent. A good agent can streamline the process, get top dollar for your property, and provide peace of mind. But what happens when you just can’t seem to find one you trust? If … Continued

Are you dealing with some funky smells in a house that you want to sell? Unfortunately, the smell of a home is a HUGE factor that determines whether buyers will make you an offer or not. A home that doesn’t smell right… It doesn’t sell very fast. Maybe you’re dealing with pet odors, mold, or … Continued

As a landlord, you will inevitably have to deal with the eviction process. It’s never fun, for you or the tenant. But there are ways to prepare, so you can make things go as smoothly as possible. Here are some do’s and don’ts to help you navigate the process. What You Should Do: Try to … Continued

Anyone can become a landlord. But not everyone knows how to find and keep quality tenants. To help increase your overall ROI, we have put together some ideas to help improve tenant retention! In the simplest terms, the more turnovers you have, the more days your property will be vacant. The more days your property sits vacant, the … Continued

Are you dealing with a leaky roof? Well, you’re not the first. Believe it or not, we’ve worked with a TON of homeowners who have a leaky roof. And fortunately, it’s not the end of the world. Still, the longer you take to fix the problem, the more water damage it’s going to do… so … Continued

Are you struggling to get ahold of your tenants? You call, you text, you email… but they don’t respond? It can be really frustrating to deal with tenants that don’t communicate with you about important matters. At PineCone Properties, we’ve helped a lot of homeowners through this problem… counseling them on how to talk with … Continued

Are you in a bind to sell your house quickly? There are a lot of reasons that you might need to sell your house fast. At PineCone Properties, we’ve seen it all — maybe you need to move for work, maybe you want to avoid selling costs, maybe you are going through a divorce, health … Continued