Hello, future homeowners! I'm Allison Hansen, a Realtor with RE/MAX Alliance with over 20 years of experience proudly serving the Metro East area of Southern Illinois. Today, I'm here to share valuable insights into a crucial aspect of the homebuying process – home inspections. In my pursuit of providing you with essential information, I had the opportunity to sit down with Brett Ahring, a trusted local inspector from Ahring Inspections, for a candid conversation about the ins and outs of home inspections. By the way, Brett recently conducted a home inspection for me today in Glen Carbon, IL, adding a real-world perspective to our discussion.

I'm excited to share that I'm currently preparing a listing in Granite City, IL, for the market. As part of the process, I'm collaborating with a professional painter, Trent Prueter, of Painting with a Purpose, and Laura Harris, of Turn Staging, to ensure the home looks its absolute best. One of the most impactful changes we're implementing is painting the home with neutral colors, a strategy that will significantly enhance its appeal to potential buyers. Let's explore the power of neutral colors and how they can make a difference.
The Allure of Neutral ColorsNeutral colors have long been favored in home design for their timeless appeal and broad market appeal. These versatile shades provide a backdrop that allows buyers to visualize their own style and preferences in the space.

Hello hello! Although I haven’t taken a break from real estate, I’ve taken quite a break from this blog.  After a year plus vacation from writing, I’m excited to share again.  Today, rather than focusing on something directly related to real estate, I wanted to write about something more personal – our bathroom remodel in our Glen Carbon home.  As a broker, I get so many ideas going into all my clients’ beautiful homes.  I pretty much always have a project going on.  In 2021 we decided to take our main floor guest bathroom and kids’ bathroom from builder grade – think neutral tile floor and a one-piece plastic shower surround – to a space with more natural light and LOTS of personality.

Preparing your home to sell, or just updated your decor? Staging your bedroom will not only elevate your listing it will also give you an oasis away from the rest of the home. Watch the video for tips on staging your bedroom.