A couple weeks ago, the Welcome Home Team was recognized by Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate as the #10 team nationally in the number of homes closed. Better Homes has over 11,000 agents and 350 offices nationwide.

Last year, we did more than 100 transactions and almost $30 million.

This is truly a team award. I couldn’t have done any of this without my fantastic team. I started what has become the Welcome Home Team back in April 2017. At that point, there was no name, and it was just me and John Watson. Luke Cavagnaro and Mark Gorup joined shortly after to make up our small but mighty team. My team is made up of not only amazing real estate agents but even better human beings.

We are also fortunate to have so many clients that have put…

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Yesterday, Omaha received 6.16 inches of rain. It came up just short of the highest-ever-one-day rainfall total of 6.46 inches.

When we get that amount of rain, homeowners get very, very nervous. Nervous about their roof leaking and nervous about water in their basement.

After the rain stopped yesterday, I did a quick video. I shared a few tips on how to prevent water in your basement. Sometimes the easiest (and cheapest) fixes make the biggest difference.

 

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When selling a house, most people try to do so in the summer or spring. These times of year are easier to sell a home as people naturally look at places when the weather is nice. On the other hand, some opt to sell their place in the winter. Here are five tips to get the most when selling your house in the winter.

Keep it warm

A potential buyer who walks into a cold and drafty house will quickly get tired of the place. To avoid this potentially costly issue, a homeowner should turn his or her thermostat to a comfortable temperature. Upon walking into a warm room, a potential buyer will feel more at home and will not want to leave so quickly.

Accentuate the positives

Sometimes, one can show off the cool parts of owning a home in the…

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Spring is finally here and with the weather starting to improve, it's time to focus on your home's curb appeal.

We did a post last year on spring lawn care tips. Take a look at that post for some great advice.

If you are looking to hire a lawn service, check out our Omaha home service directory.

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It's that time of year again. Let's take a look at the most expensive homes sold in Omaha during 2014.

If you want to take a look at our older posts, here you go.

  • 5 Most Expensive Homes Sold in Omaha During First Half of 2013
  • 5 Most Expensive Homes Sold in Omaha During 2012
  • First Half of 2011
  • Second Half of 2011
Without further ado, here are the most expensive homes sold in Omaha in 2014.  

#5

This home is located in Linden Estates.

Sale Price: $1.8 Million

14243 Hamilton St.

6 Bedrooms
13 Bathrooms
23,118 Square Feet

 

#4

This home is located in the Fairacres neighborhood of midtown Omaha.

6710 Davenport St.

$2 Million

4 Bedrooms
6 Bathrooms
6,603 Square Feet

 

#3

This home is…

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Living in Nebraska, no matter how beautiful it may be, will inevitably mean that you will be dealing with snow in your driveway, one your car and around your home when the temperatures drop. Snow may have nostalgic qualities and it can be fun for the kids to play in, but when everything is said and done snow can be a pain in your back. 

 

Snow removal requires a lot of time and a lot of labor, and this is why many Nebraskans choose to hire a snow removal company with all of the right industrial equipment to deal with the snow for them. If you are wondering just how much you will spend to leave the shoveling and plowing to the professionals, read this guide to the cost of snow removal. 

What is the Price Range of Snow Removal in Nebraska?

The…

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Temps are rising and that means it's the perfect time to start thinking about waterfront homes.

Currently, there are about 100 properties for sale in the Omaha area. If you are searching for lake front property, we've made it easy. We've created a page with all the waterfront listings in the Omaha area.

We've also broken the page into the most popular areas. 

  • Newport Landing - Bennington
  • West Shores - Waterloo
  • Hawaiian Village
  • Valley Shores
  • Carter Lake
  • Ginger Cove
  • Beaver Lake
  • Buccaneer Bay
  • Mallard Landing
  • Lake Waconda
  • Fremont
  • Riverfront (Missouri River & Elkhorn River

If you are in the market for a lakefront property, reach out.

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When you have a nice kitchen, you can show off your place and get more money for it once you sell it. However, other times, you may waste your money if you only upgrade certain parts or spend too much. With this in mind, here are five inexpensive kitchen updates you can do with ease.

New faucet and sink

Without a doubt, if you have an older home, the faucet and sink are outdated. To fix this, you should buy a new combination then install it at your house. Since this is a relatively easy job, you can do it in an afternoon. While you are at it, you should inspect the garbage disposal and pipes as this is an easy time for you to make adjustments. Either way, whether you opt for a high-end approach or a simple one, you will go a long way in…

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Heating a home with space heaters can be tempting, especially in states like Nebraska which can have brutally cold winters. There are many dangers, however, associated with using these types of devices. According to the National Fire Protection Association one third of all heating related home fires are caused by problems with space heaters.

Why Space Heaters Are Dangerous

Fire is the most obvious danger when using a space heater, but there are other potential problems associated with heaters. Direct contact with a heater can cause burns and even shock. Using extension cords or plugging the heater into the same outlet as other appliances can increase the chance of the plug becoming overheated. Sometimes space heaters release carbon monoxide, which…

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There are only seven shopping days until Christmas. If you want to get all your shopping done in one place and save some money, check out the new Nebraska Crossing Outlets.

Everyone is always looking for a great bargain while shopping for necessities and a large outlet shopping mall with a wide range of stores is the perfect place to find one. At Nebraska Crossing near Gretna, you will find an assortment of fantastic national and local stores including Coach where there are discounted designer shoes and handbags. Women can find an assortment of low priced seasonal or classic clothing at the Ann Taylor Factory Store. Shoppers seeking athletic wear such as shorts, pants and tops for the entire family can find quality bargains at the Adidas Factory Outlet…

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