Hopefully this clears things up a bit. Learn more about @orchardhomesco and how we are changing the game in #realestate:

Cooler temperatures mean higher bills. Winterizing your home can help you save money while helping your home endure the harsh winter elements to minimize the maintenance work you have to do in the spring. Here's a helpful checklist for how to winterize your home. Link in bio.

Orchard will run TWO scholarships this academic year: One for current undergrads in the Fall of 2023 and another for current high schoolers in the Spring of 2024. If you know any undergraduate women of color majoring in STEM, please encourage them to check out the link in bio!

Despite the rising costs of buying a house, homeownership is still the largest source of wealth among families. For those looking to build their wealth, buying a home continues to be one of the smartest financial decisions they can make. Find out how. Link in bio.

Maintaining a pool in the winter months can be an expensive hassle for homeowners. So is your pool worth it? Find out if your pool increases your home value. Link in bio

While high-interest rates and inflation present new challenges to potential home buyers, a slower market and dipping housing prices make the dream of buying a home slightly more attainable. Here are the requirements to buy a home in 2023. Link in bio!

The summer of 2023 was the hottest on record. So where can you go to escape the excessive humidity that makes summer heat so uncomfortable? We analyzed annual humidity records for more than 250 cities to find the most and least humid states and cities in the US. Link in bio

New construction homes aren’t spread evenly across the United States. Orchard’s analysis of new-build permits shows that the majority of development is grouped across the South and West. These are the cities with the most new build permits issued in 2023 so far. Link in bio

Housing is one of the biggest challenges facing retirees. So we analyzed 100 cities for housing, healthcare, and quality of life indicators to create Orchard’s first report on under-the-radar cities for retirees. Link in bio

A huge congratulations to the winners of our second annual #Scholarship for Women of Color in STEM! This year Orchard awarded scholarships of $500, $1,000 and $2,500 to these deserving students. Click through the link in our bio to learn more about our first place recipient.⁠

To uncover some of Colorado’s hidden gems, Orchard analyzed the most populous cities for quality of life, home affordability, and housing market competition. These are the top under-the-radar cities in Colorado ⛰🏡 Link in bio

Have you started your summer garden yet? ☀️🌱🌷 Don't let the fruits of your labor become someone else's dinner 🐰 Learn more about the top ways to protect your garden from pests 🐛 Link in bio 🐝 #orchard #orchardhomes #tips #gardening #gardens #summer #gardenlife #springvibes

If you watch enough HGTV, you may find yourself hearing a lot about mother-in-law suites when you follow house hunters looking for a new home. 👵 Learn more about the mother-in-law suit here:

When you’re preparing to sell a house, it’s important to invest the necessary time and effort into making your property as desirable as possible to potential buyers. 🌷 Learn more about curb appeal and how to boost it here:

While it's common for homeowners to worry about damaging their home’s resale value when making accessible renovations. However, new research shows that accessibility modifications can increase the resale value of a home, Read more here:

Being a homeowner is widely considered a pivotal life milestone. However, homeownership isn’t necessarily worth pursuing at all costs. If you buy a home that is mismatched with your budget, you might end up being “house poor.” 🏡 Read more here:

Whether you’re preparing for an upcoming move or just looking to simplify your space, there’s no time like the present to minimize clutter in your home. 🧹 If you’re unsure how to declutter your home, check out our guide on how to declutter your home:

Are nightmare neighbors disturbing your peace and quiet?😵‍💫 Check out our guide on how to sell your house due to your neighbors:

Moving is an exciting yet stressful, time in life. 📦🚚 To reduce stress, use these packing tips to help streamline the entire process: 🚚

If you’re considering putting your home on the market, you may be looking for quick and inexpensive ways to increase its value 📈 Check out this post on all the best flooring options to help you increase your appraisal value:

Take inspiration from these expert recommendations when choosing paint colors for your home before you sell: 🎨