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You may be noticing a distinct chill to the air with the end of the year creeping up on us; with the change in the weather there should be a change in the way that you stage your home for prospective buyers. written by Carolyn Capalbo
Craigslist is, admittedly, wildly popular and many people use it. Should you? As a part of a campaign that involves the MLS and other advertising, Craigslist can be very effective. Good photos, a comprehensive description and a link to the MLS or agent’s page are a must. The Craigslist post should contain words to the effect of “For more information, go to this link…” If there are fancy things like virtual walkthroughs on the agent’s page, those should be mentioned as well. written by Lauren Kline
Be flexible on your price. This doesn't mean you have to give your house away, but discuss fair prices with your real estate agent and be willing to move on your asking price to get the quick sale. written by RE Writer
Sex has been used to sell just about everything, from toilet paper to coffee. We rarely see it in real estate. This may be why sex in real estate advertising provokes more commentary than, say, sexy images being used to sell cars. written by Tina Fountain
This attitude, combined with a glut in the housing market is making selling a home tougher than ever, but not impossible. If a seller can take heed of some basic principles when marketing their home, they will find themselves ahead of the game. written by RE Writer
No, we're not saying get rid of them for good! We're saying they should be kept at a kennel/cattery or a friend's house until your home sells. A “vacation” for your pets can incur extra expense and scheduling, it is a much better solution than having them around. written by Todd Levinson
However, if you pare down all the euphemisms, do you find that 500 words of text suddenly become 50? It is better to have 50 useful words on your listing than 500 “fluffy” words that the user has to wade through. written by RE Writer
In order to paint a room properly, you should know how to paint a wall properly. Walls should be seen as a single job that you don't stop at until it's completed. A wall where the painting has been stopped and started tend to have a lot of interesting paint lines unless extra work and coats are applied. written by Mark Hostetler
The downside of this type of staging is defintely the price tag that comes along with the service; however, it is generally accepted that the sale of a staged home will translate into a higher bid than an unstaged one. By this rationale, staging is an investment. written by Lynn Bulmer
Anything in the sink shouts dirt and disorder (even if it’s clean). Embrace the policy of cleaning as you go and keeping things out of the sink, which means that dishes get done at every meal instead of at the end of the day, so they don’t have a chance to pile up. written by Carolyn Capalbo
As you pack away your family possessions, think about where you are going to put them in your new home and how you are going to decorate your new living space. Encourage children to plan out their new bedrooms. written by RE Writer
One of the particular challenges that comes with staging some older homes, especially ones that have had the same residents for decades, is that of nicotine residue accumulation. When someone smokes in a home for many years an oily residue builds up on the walls, on the furniture, and in the carpeting making the surfaces sticky and leaving an acrid odor. written by RE Writer
Even if you aren't using your pool it shouldn't resemble a vat of pea soup. Keeping up with the maintenance of your swimming pool will make your entire home more appealing while a gunky pool will make prospective buyers question whether or not you do upkeep on any part of your home. written by Carolyn Capalbo
Having a website and listings that are correctly spelled is imperative for your online presence. Spelling indicates that you’ve studied, you know what you’re talking about and that you have a wholesome regard for the niceties of communication that will be appreciated by clients who are about to make the biggest purchase of their lives. written by Nelson Stewart
Many older homes have outdated wallpaper or paint colours; these outdated walls will just accentuate how much work a home buyer will need to do if they buy your house. If you can repaint the walls and remove any horrible 1970s wallpaper, your house won't scream out "fix me" to a buyer. written by Matt Barker
A home with creative touches of living greenery will look more appealing to most people than rooms just full of furniture. Plants soften the atmosphere inside your home and add a feeling of friendliness and warmth. Consider using plants in your home staging as well as in your everyday living to enjoy all the benefits that they can offer you. written by Lauren Kline
If you relocate on your own whim, chances are you know something about the city already but if you get transferred for work it might be a different story. No matter what your circumstances, the key to a successful relocation is familiarization with your new surroundings. written by Lee Cameron
However, when you're selling your home, you should consider sacrificing your aesthetics for a quicker sale and better sale price. Here is a short list of 6 things that you should remove from the visible portions of your home while trying to sell. written by RE Writer
Weed and feed your lawn if it's the right season for it and take a bit of time to properly edge the lawn to give it a sharp, well-maintained look. Give your flowerbeds a thorough weeding, trim back plants or trees that are overgrown. Make sure that your fence is in good repair and appears clean and in good shape. Re-stain or paint it if it needs freshening up. written by Tina Fountain
You've probably already found yourself spending more time out on the front porch. Or perhaps you're selling your home and understand the importance of curb appeal. Whatever the reason, it's time to clean up your front porch and give it a fresh look for the season. written by Justin Lee
Homeowners don't choose who they want to complete the appraisal of their home or how they calculate the value. The appraisal management companies are actually unregulated and the quality of their appraisals may be inferior to those of an established professional appraiser. written by RE Writer
For most real estate agents, especially in the current times, staging a home for good photographs is a foregone conclusion. However, there are those among us who obviously don't want to sell the home at all. written by Justin Lee
The most notable is the President, Barack Obama, whose Twitter page has over 800,000 followers and ranks second only to the actual Twitter site in a search for "Twitter" on Google. written by Justin Lee
It's a buyer's market and selling homes for their maximum sale price is hard in these days of foreclosures and short sales. You've heard that home staging is the way to go, but you don't want to rip out perfectly good fixtures in order to make your home shine. Is there a way you can improve your home's appearance without putting a huge strain on the environment? written by Nelson Stewart
Geocaching began in the year 2000 when people realized that Global Positioning Systems (GPS) could be used to pinpoint locations where a cache was hidden. This cache usually took the form of plastic or metal canisters which housed tradable items and a logbook. It has grown to nearly 850,000 caches logged around the world. For more information about geocaching, head over to geocaching.com written by Josh Sloan
A CMA will help you and your agent evaluate your home and show you what homes like it are being priced for and what they’re selling for. Allowing for differences between homes and the markets, you should end up with an idea of what your home is presently worth. written by Tina Fountain
A well-mowed lawn, tended garden and pruned trees and bushes will tell prospective buyers that you are serious with your home upkeep. While none of this is done without a significant outlay of time, money or both, the impression you are striving for is that of easy upkeep and a clean property. written by Greg Smith
Hellebores are perennial plants that are able to bloom even in very cold temperatures. They blossom from February to April, and are available in a variety of gorgeous shades including red, yellow, pink, or white. written by Karrie Rose
The first question to consider is: do you have kids? If so, who will have custody? Oftentimes the courts award the custodial parent with the home, while the other spouse is entitled to their share of the equity. This means that if you're given the house, you will be obligated to buy out your spouse by selling the home and sharing the net profits of the sale, or by obtaining a loan, and paying your ex with the cash. written by RE Writer
If you're selling in winter, there are a lot of things you can do to encourage buyers to keep coming back. These tips will help you provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere in your home and encourage buyers to stay longer than they would otherwise. << previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 next page>> |
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