Real Estate Blog - Safety

When a House Becomes a Home

Posted by Shane Andersen on January 13th, 2022

It’s clear that owning a home makes financial sense. But lately, the emotional side of what drives homeownership is becoming increasingly important.

No matter the living space, the feeling of a home means different things to different people. Whether it’s a familiar scent or a favorite chair, the feel-good connections to our own homes can be more important to us than the financial ones. Here are some of the reasons why.

1. Owning your home is an accomplishment worth celebrating

You’ve put in a lot of work to achieve the dream of homeownership, and whether it’s your first home or your fifth, congratulations are in order for this milestone. You’ve earned it.

2. There’s no place like home

Owning your own home offers not only safety…

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6 Reasons You'll Win by Selling with a Real Estate Agent This Fall

Posted by Shane Andersen on November 2nd, 2020

 

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There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times, like what we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert you trust to help guide you through the process. If you’re considering selling on your own, known in the industry as a For Sale by Owner (FSBO), it’s critical to consider the following:

1. Your Safety Is a Priority

Your family’s safety should always come first, and that’s more crucial than ever given the current health situation in our country. When you FSBO, it is incredibly difficult to control entry into your home. A real estate professional will have the proper protocols in place to protect not only your belongings but your family’s health…

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6 Reasons Why Selling Your House on Your Own Is a Mistake

Posted by Shane Andersen on June 11th, 2020

 

There are many benefits to working with a real estate professional when selling your house. During challenging times like the one we face today, it becomes even more important to have an expert help guide you through the process. If you’re considering selling on your own, known in the industry as a For Sale By Owner or FSBO, please consider the following:

1. Your Safety Is a Priority

During this pandemic, your family’s safety comes first. When you FSBO, it is incredibly difficult to control entry into your home. A real estate professional will have the proper protocols in place to protect not only your belongings, but your family’s health and well-being too. From regulating the number of people in your home at one time to ensuring proper…

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Back to School in Brookings: Safety Tips for the New Year

Posted by Shane Andersen on August 11th, 2017

Staying Safe for the Upcoming School Year

It’s almost that time…back to school. Time for new supplies, new clothes, new haircuts and new routines.

Here in Brookings, we have several schools, Hillcrest Elementary, Medary Elementary, Dakota Prairie Elementary, Camelot Intermediate, Mickelson Middle School, and Brookings High School- all of which children of all ages can drive, ride, or walk to every day. When the kids are back, we as drivers/parents/caretakers need to be ready too. Here are some helpful tips and safety reminders.

Walking or Riding to a New School

It’s always a good idea to walk/ride with your children the first couple of days to a new school so they know the way and feel comfortable and safe. Review the standard rules of…

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