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Wrapping up our trip to the National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) conference in Phoenix and basking in all the love from the great people we met. We know what they're saying about NESTER is true! Now let's work together to help the people they serve. ? Peace out, Valley of the ? #NCSHA #conference #housing #housingforall #livesmartbuyconfident

We're turning up the heat ?? in Phoenix at the annual National Council of State Housing Agencies (NCSHA) conference. Meeting so many great people from all 50 states who share NESTER's mission of educating homebuyers and homeowners and promoting sustainable homeownership. Day 1 ended with a beautiful sunset ?? at the Heard Museum to celebrate NCSHA's 50th anniversary. Can't wait for day 2! #ncsha #conference #partnerships #USA #50thanniversary #housing #homeownership #homeowners #housing #housingforall

What better way to celebrate Housing Counselor Day than to announce a partnership with an amazing organization providing housing counseling in our home state? Stand By Me, part of the?United Way of Delaware, and its team of coaches help Delawareans reach their financial goals and achieve?the dream of homeownership. Senior Director of Financial Empowerment Laura Gendreau (Gendreau, Laura) says, "Stand By Me is a private public partnership with the United Way of Delaware. Stand By Me provides financial empowerment through co-active financial coaching. All services are free and confidential. Stand By Me is excited about partnering with NESTER, a tech and forward-thinking startup committed to providing both future homebuyers and existing homeowners with the tools and resources needed to be financially successful. NESTER is committed to providing comprehensive cost repair projections for homeowners and seekers which is a critical component in order to be fiscally stable.”? Understanding the total costs of homeownership doesn't have to be a mystery. We're proud to partner with an organization making such a huge impact on the financial wellbeing of so many people. #HousingCounselorDay #Housingforall #AffordableHousing #partnership #announcement #UnitedWay #totalcostofhomeownership

With leaves starting to fall ?? you might be paying more attention to your yard than usual these days. Our series on how to improve home value on a budget focuses on the lawn this week. The real estate experts at Redfin know first impressions are important so sometimes the exterior of a home makes all the difference. Check out some of their tips on how to beef up your curb appeal without breaking the bank. #increasehomevalue #curbappeal #firstimpression #resalevalue

September is National Mortgage Professional month ?? NESTER is happy to celebrate the hardworking folks who help millions of Americans achieve their dream of homeownership. Choosing the right loan officer can make a huge difference in your homebuying experience. If you see a mortgage professional today, say thanks! #nationalmortgageprofessionalmonth #mortgage #loanofficer

Fall is officially here ?? Here's your gentle reminder to change your HVAC filter. Changing your filter regularly will greatly improve the lifespan of your heating and cooling system. You can thank us later. #hvac #filterchange #homemaintenance

Looking for a perfect fall project for your home this weekend? Look no further than your windows. When the temperatures drop, cold air can leak in and a drafty house can be an expensive house! Sealing up those drafts can save you about 20% on energy costs this winter. Check out some tips below. #draft #winterweather #weatherstripping #caulk

It's back to basics today as we continue our series on how to improve your home's value on a budget. The real estate experts at Redfin say one of the simplest ways is to renovate your kitchen. But you don't have to be an expert to know the kitchen is the first thing everyone looks at. But the keyword in this series is #budget, so we're not telling you to do a total gut remodel. Check out some tips on low-cost, cosmetic upgrades that really have an impact. And, admit it, a pretty kitchen makes you happy. #homevalue #kitchen #budgetfriendly

If you're wondering about a home warranty, the finance experts at Forbes have thoughts. They share the results of a recent survey of homeowners all about the pros and cons of home warranties and break it all down for you (link to the article in the comments.) We boiled down some of the key findings below. A NESTER Report is a great way to find out if a home warranty would be a good investment for you since you'll be able to see when your major systems and appliances will need to be replaced. And if you already have a warranty, we can help you plan ahead for when to make that service call - so it doesn't have to be an emergency! #homewarranty #homeowner #homerepairs

It may be Friday the 13th, but have no fear. It's also National Kids Take Over the Kitchen Day! Instead of just asking, "what's for dinner," kids can take part in the meal preparation -- and especially the clean-up. It's a great way to teach them a variety of skills and have fun together, even if the food isn't perfect ?? #kidstakeoverthekitchen #familytime #cookingtogether