Bonnie Wicks Bertalot
Posts in category 'Homes Real Estate Insight'
March
25
25
Should You Remove Interior Photos from Zillow?
A Smarter Approach to Privacy, Presentation, and Buyer Confidence
It's a question I hear more often than you might think:
"Can I remove the interior photos of my home from Zillow?"
The short answer is yes—sometimes.
The better question is:
Should you?
Because in real estate, what you show (and what you don't) shapes how a buyer feels long before they ever step through the front door.
March
22
22
Why Stacking Untreated Wood Near Your Home Can Invite Termites
If you've ever stacked firewood neatly along the side of your home or tucked extra lumber near the garage, it probably felt practical—even responsible.
But here's the part most homeowners don't realize:
That stack of wood can quietly become an open invitation to termites.
The Problem Isn't the Wood—It's the Location
Termites don't appear out of nowhere. They're already in the soil around your home, constantly searching for a food source.
And untreated wood?
That's exactly what they're looking for.
When wood is stacked directly on the ground and close to your home,...
March
13
13
How Home Appraisals Work in Charleston And Why Condition Matters More Than Most Sellers Realize
One of the most common questions I hear from buyers and sellers is simple:
"How does an appraiser actually determine what a home is worth?"
It's a fair question. In a market filled with online estimates, neighborhood chatter, and recent sales stories, it can feel confusing when a lender sends in an appraiser whose opinion ultimately helps determine whether a sale can move forward.
The truth is that an appraisal is not guesswork. It is a structured evaluation designed to determine the fair market value of a property based on comparable sales and the condition of the home itself.
Understanding how this process works can help both buyers and sellers make better decisions.
March
11
11
cabinet Hardware Matters More Than Most Homeowners Realize
While walking the LMC Annual Convention in Chicago this week, I stopped at a display that made me pause.
It wasn't cabinets.
It wasn't countertops.
It was the hardware.
The designer standing there described it in a way I've never heard before.
She called it "cabinet jewelry."
And honestly, the description fits perfectly.
Why Cabinet Hardware Matters More Than Most Homeowners Realize
When buyers walk into a kitchen, they may think they are reacting to:
• cabinets
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