Author: jcallinan

How to Sell Your Home After Moving Out and Close with Confidence Home sellers who moved out often expect the hard part to be over, then discover that post-move property sales can feel harder than selling while living there. With selling vacant homes, every small issue turns into a decision from a distance, missed showings, … Continued

How to Spot Major Structural Red Flags Before You Agree to a Buyer’s Inspection It’s a scenario no home seller wants to think about. An offer is accepted. Your home is sold.  And then the buyer’s inspection reveals a major structural issue that causes the deal to fall through. Identifying these major issues early and … Continued

Moving in Midlife Can Transform Your Life, Career, and Home For busy parents balancing careers, caregiving, and a home that suddenly feels too small, or too empty, midlife transitions can turn the idea of moving into a loaded decision. The core tension is real: relocation stress factors pile up fast, and the fear of disrupting … Continued

Buying your first home is exciting — and if you’re considering a fixer-upper, it can also be a smart way to build equity fast. But before diving in, it’s important to understand what you’re really taking on. The experts at Callinan Properties like to remind new buyers that the best fixer-upper investments start with a … Continued

Top Home Features We are obsessed with home improvement. From around-the-clock programming on HGTV to online DIY personalities, Americans can’t seem to get enough inspiration for creating their dream home. But aside from the personal sense of accomplishment, which home features are actually in demand from the market as a whole? Sure, you may love … Continued

When Moving Isn’t an Option The moment you lock in a mortgage at 2.7%, you’re not just buying a home, you’re buying time. For many homeowners, those record-low pandemic-era rates were more than a bargain; they became a barrier. Now, with interest rates hovering near 7% or higher, selling means stepping into a dramatically different … Continued