Marla Schneider's Move with Marla Blog

If your family has decreased in size, you want to have a lower house payment, utility bills or less yard work, or you just want to declutter your life a bit, downsizing may be in your future. So for those facing the decision to downsize your Glenview home or if you're already in the midst of the ...

If you are ready for a change in 2012, a new master bathroom remodel may be just what you need. Not only can it be a chance to build a master bath of your dreams, but it will help the resale value of your Glenview home as well.Today, there are many great ideas and features on the market to incre...

You have found your perfect North Shore home, escrow will be closing soon, and it’s time to start packing up and getting ready to move. This is an exciting time but when it comes to the challenges of actually packing and moving, whether doing it yourself or hiring a moving company, it can quickly...

Getting expert advice on what your listing price should be before putting your Wilmette home on the market can make your home sell a lot faster than setting a price based on what you personally feel your home is worth. In order for an experienced Realtor® to set a listing price, they often do a C...

Often times, especially in today’s market, sellers believe they can sell their Glenview home themselves and save on paying a Realtor®’s commission. A few photos, a few well-placed ads and the buyers will come knocking, right?  Wrong! Realtor®’s know how to properly photograph and video your home ...

If you are selling your North Shore home during our winter months, of course you will want to keep the driveway and walkways up to your home clear of snow and ice so that potential buyers reach your front porch safely. However, overuse of de-icing products can be harmful to your plants and grass....

If you are contemplating a move to Glenview, now may be the best time to buy a home since mortgage rates are forecasted to remain low in 2012, especially in the first half of the year. With rates already sitting at record lows, the 30-year fixed-rate mortgage averaged 3.91% for the week ending Ja...

So, we just passed into the new year and if you are like many homeowners, you set certain goals of updating your Glenview home for 2012 to help increase your property value and curb appeal. While it’s true that you are always setting goals to improve your house throughout the year, now is a great...

  Today, North Shore homeowners are using their remodeling dollars smarter than ever by designing spaces to accommodate more practical, family needs such as areas for sports equipment, computers and schoolwork. In this housing market, value and need are replacing more extravagant or purely decora...

If you are looking to buy a new North Shore home in 2012, securing a mortgage loan is among the first steps. Lending standards will remain tight in 2012, but being proactive and well-prepared can score you a great loan with an attractive rate. Here are some tips to help you improve your chances f...