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At Popsicle Properties, we’ve helped a lot of homeowners with a lot of problems… and we’re no spring chicken when it comes to keeping a property heated on a budget. So we thought we’d come by and drop some tips for you 🙂 Here you go! Use a Space Heater — Many of the newer … Continued

Awesome! But what type of carpet is the best to install? What are some of the main qualities to consider? We thought we’d stop by with some advice to help. 🙂 Here are four terms that are important to understand when selecting carpet… Density — This refers to the closeness of the threading in a … Continued

If so, then for peace of mind consider getting a test kit to test the tap water. At Popsicle Properties, we’ve been working in real estate in Raleigh for quite some time and water quality is always something important to consider. Here are some of the test kits we recommend… Safe Home Drinking Water Test … Continued

You’re not the only one! According to multiple sources, hardwood flooring is by far the most popular choice for homeowners. But there are a lot of different types of hardwood floors. Which type should you install in your home? Well, there are basically two options: solid wood or engineered wood. Here are the pros and … Continued

Who could blame you! Nothing is cozier than keeping a fire burning inside a home. BUT… It’s not all dry wood and cozy cuddles. Here are a few things to consider BEFORE putting a wood stove in your home… Wood Supply — To use a wood stove to heat a home, a constant supply of … Continued

At Popsicle Properties, we’ve bought and sold real estate for a long time in Raleigh. And if there’s one thing we’ve learned… It’s that perception is everything. Feel free to use the following low-cost strategies to make any home more appealing to potential buyers. Fresh Paint — This is the cheapest and easiest way to … Continued

Then it’s probably a good idea to do some negotiating with your new employer to make the process as seamless and affordable as possible. After all, they want to hire you… so they should be willing to help you move. Here are things to consider negotiating… Full-Service Moving — Getting your stuff to another state … Continued

The benefits are obvious… Helping out a friend or family member, already having a relationship with the person, and having a pretty good idea whether trust is a concern or not. Still, that can spell trouble. And the last thing anyone wants to do is ruin a relationship. So here are some tips for renting … Continued

… WITHOUT doing a ton of work to it? We get it. At Popsicle Properties, we’ve helped a lot of homeowners sell properties that they didn’t want to repair themselves. How? Well, we’re real estate investors. And we buy distressed properties as-is for cash. We can even close in as little as two weeks and … Continued

You wouldn’t be the only one. At Popsicle Properties, we’ve seen a lot of house flips lose money — there’s a lot of potential upside to flipping homes… but there’s also a fair amount of risk. So, we thought we’d stop by and help. Here are some possibilities to not get stuck with a property… … Continued

Or maybe you want to help a parent or grandparent do that? Well, at Popsicle Properties we’ve been working in the real estate industry in Raleigh for a long time. And we’ve seen many seniors renovate their homes to make them more friendly over the long-term. Sooner is better than later! In case that’s something … Continued

Not sure where to start? At Popsicle Properties, we’ve been working in real estate in Raleigh for a long time now. And over that time, we’ve learned quite a bit about which repairs are most important and which ones are least important. So we thought we’d drop by and give you an idea of how … Continued

“Hard water” refers to water with high mineral levels — mainly magnesium and calcium. Those minerals are good for overall health, but unfortunately, they can also leave a chalky residue on shower glass and bathroom fixtures. How do you get rid of it? Here are some DIY tips! Shower Glass — Create a cocktail of … Continued

In our time at Popsicle Properties buying and selling real estate in Raleigh, we’ve had to fix A LOT of broken windows. The good news is that savvy DIYers can probably figure out how to fix the broken glass on their own. Here are some steps to help get the process started (this is assuming … Continued

Trying to keep your home at a comfortable temperature without spending an arm and a leg on heating or air conditioning? Well, while nothing is quite as effective as air conditioning or gas-powered heating, there are still a lot of things one can do to lower that energy bill. Here are some ideas! Programmable Thermostat … Continued