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It’s Spring! Finally! Which brings up the ever so popular springtime hobby: gardening. Do you live in a rental but love plants and gardening? No one wants to spend a bunch of time and hard earned money planting and landscaping a property that is not theirs and that they won’t be living in forever (if... READ MORE

There are a number of reasons people may move, but most fall into three categories: job, family or housing (ex. need bigger/smaller).Here’s an infographic that highlights the top reasons people moved in 2012. Did you move in 2012? Was your reason to find a floor plan that fit your family? Save on energy bill costs? Take a look... READ MORE

So far, 2013 has been an up-and-down year for mortgage rates. After cresting in March, rates for average for 30-year conforming fixed-rate mortgages have sunk by about a quarter percentage point, currently just above the low point for this year. While the move between recent peaks and valleys may be more psychological than anything else,... READ MORE

For the past six years, Marketplace Homes has been incredibly adaptable to the marketplace.  We have offered brokerage deals, land contracts, lease options, sandwich leases, guaranteed leases, corporate leases, rent to own, seller buy back, you name it!  Clients would call with housing situations and I knew that ANY and EVERY situation could be solved!... READ MORE

Q. What is your title and when did you begin working at Marketplace Homes? I started at Marketplace Homes in May of 2011 in the call center. I moved over to Marketing shortly after and my current title is Campaigns Coordinator. Q. What is your job description? I actually do a lot of different things here at... READ MORE

Having a home that is both pet and people friendly may seem like a challenge, but with a little knowledge and the right items in place, you can create a comfortable, visually appealing, and easier-to-clean home. The first thing to keep in mind is that creating a safe home for your pets is actually very... READ MORE

Are you afraid this week? Did you lock your doors and hug your family a little tighter? This week we felt the power that evil can have to instill fear. A couple crazy people decided that they would leave a mark on this planet by placing a bomb at the Boston marathon. They hurt and... READ MORE

In honor of Earth Day, here are some small, easy, green choices we can make in our homes.  Choose three that you’re not already doing, and make a point to do them this year. Perhaps they’ll become a habit. 1.  Plant an herb garden.  It’s good to have a reminder around of where our food originates, and this... READ MORE

My name is Jes and on top of being a Home Concierge here at the greatest work team ever, Marketplace Homes, I am a serial renter and design enthusiast. All things design inhabit a deep zone of my brain at any given time. I am slightly obsessed with all things mid-century modern, but that does... READ MORE

If thinking of buying a new home, you should consider these six ways of how to use of your tax refund before blowing that money at the casino. What Is The Best Use Of Your Tax Refund When Buying a Home? Tax Refund to Pay Closing Costs Tax Refund for Down Payment on a Home Tax Refund to... READ MORE

  So, my goal is to change the world with Marketplace Homes and “Create a Story worth Telling” while doing it!  I have set out to create a great customer experience for everyone.  I want to create a great work environment for our team.  I’ve invested all of my life, all of my savings, and all... READ MORE

  If you’re looking to buy a new home, one of the biggest hurdles in today’s real estate market is owning an underwater mortgage. Millions of homeowners across the country have completely lost the equity in their homes, which means they are in the unenviable position of owing more than the home is actually worth. ... READ MORE

Q. What is your title and when did you begin working at Marketplace Homes? Employee Happiness and Payroll Supervisor. I started in November 2011 as a very part-time payroll analyst.   Q. What is your job description? I feel like I have the best job in the world—working with wonderful people to support them in all things... READ MORE

It’s the first day of April! That means it’s time to get rid of all of the stuff you’ve been holding on to all winter and discover what exactly you’ve been avoiding in the back of the refrigerator. Read through for some simple tips to get your spring cleaning started right!   Select the right... READ MORE

1. It’s NEW!  No one else has ever lived in it before, so everything is clean and brand new. Be the first to soak in your luxurious tub or cook in your new stainless steel oven. No need to worry about expensive repairs or replacements of out-of-date, damaged or worn materials.   2. Contemporary Floor Plans... READ MORE

  Moving is grueling, laborious, tiresome, and can be frustrating, especially if you’re moving to a new city or state. But once you’re moved in, living in the city you’ve always wanted to call home makes it worth the hassle.   These 10 metros were the most popular moving destinations from 2012 based on inbound shipments, according... READ MORE

  6 Months Ago   My first Son, Noah, was born into this world as a screaming, purple, 9.5 lb. fuzzy headed pooping monster that I absolutely love.   3 Months Ago   I’ve found myself in the same situation as many of our company’s clients that I get to speak with daily. I needed... READ MORE

One of the biggest decisions you’ll make as a landlord is whether or not you should hire a property management company.   If you’ve owned an investment property for any length of time, you know that managing a rental can be financially rewarding. At the same time, you’ve also likely discovered that property management requires a large commitment of... READ MORE

Marketplace Homes’ most important asset is our employees. We feel recognition is important because it creates a work environment that helps us feel good about what we do and about each other. In addition, recognition encourages teamwork, stimulates innovation, energizes people, helps individuals grow and, most of all, feel valued for their contributions.   We’ve... READ MORE

  While spring and summer offer buying opportunities aplenty, winter presents a unique environment for bargain hunters looking to build a home. In the new construction industry, the busy season typically falls in the warmer months. The weather is nicer and families are out looking to build their dream home in time for the next... READ MORE