MaryAnne Dorio's Blog Posts

Helping Homeowners Navigate Pre-Foreclosure with Confidence and CompassionAt EXIT Coastal Real Estate Pros, we believe real estate is about more than transactions—it’s about people. And

Pandemic relief assistance is still available for homeowners who may be struggling to catch up on mortgage payments, utility bills, or other housing costs. Several states are beginning to distribute

"Mortgage rates continued to remain below 2.9% for the last nine straight weeks. Specifically, according to the finance mortgage provider Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose slightly

Top designers provide inspiration and tips for staging a home's bar area.A small bar area in a home can offer up some fancy design. After all, you may be celebrating happy hour more often at home

Mortgage rates continued to remain below 2.9% for the last eight straight weeks. Specifically, according to the finance mortgage provider Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate was unchanged

Black accents are giving a bolder look to home designs.Black is popping up everywhere in home design, from flooring to windows. Black feature walls also are trending. Matte black finishes have

The industrial finish is no longer considered too gloomy and cold for an inviting outdoor space. Check out these photos for inspiration.Outdoor furniture made of concrete has become trendy. At,

Mortgage rates showed little movement this week. According to the mortgage finance provider Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell slightly to 2.86% from 2.87% the previous week. A year

From dark drama to maximalist shelving, see some of the latest trends for the heart of the home.By Krisztina Bell, No Vacancy Home Staging Inc.The kitchen is the third most popular room to stage,

Every month, the Home Staging Resource selects from hundreds of staging posts on Facebook to determine the winners of its “Best of the Best” awards. Check out the before and after photos

Mortgage rates dropped below 2.8% following the trend of the 10-year Treasury yield. Investors seem to be worried about the potential economic impact of the Delta variant drawing down both the 10

By Adam Graham, Fixr.comHomeowners have become much more aware of the importance of having comfortable and usable living spaces outdoors as well as indoors. As many of us reevaluate the priorities

"Mortgage rates rose slightly this week but remained below 3% for the fifth straight week. According to the mortgage finance provider Freddie Mac, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate inched up to 2.80%

Choose a few items that give plants height and create a lounging area.You don’t have to spend a fortune to give your outdoor space more impact. Shelby Greene, studio stylist at furniture

Homeowners who want to expand their livable space are finding ways to use the garage for more than parking.Since the pandemic began, homeowners have had to figure out how to make every square inch

"Mortgage rates dropped further this week following the downward trend of the 10-year Treasury yield. Specifically, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 2.90% from 2.98% the previous week.

Submitted by HomeLightIf you’re looking to cash in on this booming seller’s housing market, you may want to put more focus on the home’s exterior. A home’s outward appearance

Leading interior design professionals offer up some of their favorite affordable ideas for sprucing up a home this summer.You may not have the budget for floor-to-ceiling renovations but that doesn

See how interior designer Esther Dormer transformed an 80-year-old home in Pittsburgh into a contemporary, luxurious space.Interior designer Esther Dormer sought to give an old space a new life. She

Mortgage rates dropped further this week, although the Fed revised upward their forecast about inflation. Specifically, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate fell to 2.93% from 2.96% the previous week. In

Paint firm Pantone chose "Illuminating"—a bright, bold yellow—as one of its 2021 Colors of the Year. Could it become a staging staple?The cheerful color of yellow is lighting up home

EXIT Coastal Real Estate Pros is proud to announce that as of 6/11/2021 we are in the top 11% of brokerage firms here in Horry and Georgetown counties.We are currently&

Mortgage rates rose this week but remained below 3.00%. Specifically, the 30-year fixed mortgage rate ticked up to 2.99% from 2.95% the previous week. Expect mortgage rates to increase modestly in

How the "eyes" of the home are taking center stage in design.Windows are becoming a greater focal point in home design. Trendy black-trimmed exterior windows are gaining popularity, and more

If your listing has any of these features, be sure to promote them.Eighty-two percent of homeowners say they are more interested in updating their outdoor living spaces now than they were prior to

Congratulations to all our agents for another successful year!We wouldn't be EXIT Coastal Real Estate Pros without all of your hard-work, dedication, and love of helping your clients. We look

Find out the favored design in your area.What’s trending in your state when it comes to home design? Joybird, a custom furniture and home decor firm, analyzed Google trends data over the past

"Mortgage rates dropped further this week although the 10-year Treasury yield rose in response to higher inflation. Specifically, the 30-year fixed rate mortgage fell to 2.94% from 2.96% the

Which trending hue is your favorite?What are the trending paint colors for the year? Paint manufacturers have their favorites. Here’s an overview of the leading paint firms’ choices for

EXIT Coastal Real Estate Pros is proud to announce that as of 5/6/2021 we are in the top 11% of brokerage firms here in Horry and Georgetown counties.We are currently ranked #54 out

by Tim Bakke, The Plan CollectionHomeowners are spending more time outdoors and considering how to make the most of these spaces, whether on the front porch or in the backyard. COVID-19 accelerated

Mortgage rates rose slightly this week, but they remain below 3%. Freddie Mac reported today that the average rate on the 30-year fixed-rate home loan inched up to 2.98% from 2.97% the previous.

Buyers expect to see homes that could be showcased on their favorite design shows. Does your listing compete?TV design shows are increasingly influencing home buyers’ perceptions of what they