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Remember that the holidays center around two significant days for many people – Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. For those who celebrate the Jewish holiday, Hanukkah extends for eight days in December. However, for most days during the season itself, people carry on with their normal lives and if they are in the process of buying a new home, they will use the slower time to house hunt. written by Tina Fountain
If you take the time to clean up your fireplace and make it a focal point in your home it can become a great selling point to your home while a dirty, neglected fireplace can really be a big detractor to buyers because they see it as work that they’ll need to take care of if they buy the home. written by Lauren Kline
Do you have medical bills that are overwhelming? Were you laid off and as a result, your income has dropped several hundred or thousand dollars per month? Take as much time as you can to clearly state this part of your request. Your reasons must speak directly to why you are unable to pay your mortgage. written by Greg Smith
This is not a simple process as banks are often reluctant to take less than what is due to them on current properties. However, if a situation is dire and the future does not hold much hope for getting back on track, the sooner homeowners approach their lender with the written request for a short sale, the better their chances are of acceptance. written by Greg Smith
The phrase "curb appeal" has literally become a household word in the last few years – most homeowners want their house to have that pizzazz on first glance. So how does one get the nod from neighbors without spending too much money in the process? written by Karrie Rose
Next clean the walkways around your home so that the decaying leaves don’t create a slipping hazard. Finally, clean the leaves off your lawn so that the feeble rays of winter sun can reach the grass; leaves on your lawn will encourage fungal growth. written by RE Writer
Once you decide to sell your home, there is a lot more to worry about than signing a contract with your realtor. Your house must be ready for a stream of potential buyers. And a mere surface cleaning will probably not be enough to encourage people to rush in with an offer, unless they can see beyond cluttered rooms and minor faults such as required paint touch-ups. written by RE Writer
Though this past year of first-time home buyer’s tax credit offerings has resulted in a much needed boost to the struggling American economy, we may soon be seeing another drop off in home buying due to rising interest rates, the end of the home buyer’s tax credit, and the continuing rise in the numbers of unemployed in America. written by Gary Ashton
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 Gary Ashton
Next, take a look at the walls and shelves in your home. Many of us hang our framed diplomas and certifications on the wall to celebrate our accomplishments but remember that these documents give people personal information about you as well as brand the home as YOURS while you want to make it easier for them to see it as theirs. written by Carolyn Capalbo
Clear away the jagged, dead trees, especially those with a ‘hanging branch’. Plant pansies and daisies instead of deadly nightshade. Rake the leaves. Paint the house a cheerful color like white or yellow. Wash the windows. Replace the rusty iron gates with a white picket fence. 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 Karrie Rose
Being a successful real estate agent takes a combination of skills and as anyone in the business will tell you, is not an easy job. To make the most of your career, you need to be charismatic and personable, finding clients the right home to buy and attracting new clients all the time. written by Jerry Clifford
If that doesn't remove unpleasant scents, hire a cleaner to come in and clean the carpets, fabric furniture, and drapes. If you have a garbage disposal, run a half a piece of citrus fruit through it before a house tour to freshen it up. Don't forget to take out the kitchen garbage daily, not just right before the house is shown; this will help keep odors in your kitchen to a minimum. written by Andy Asbury
Value: Generally a home suspected of being haunted is priced according to fair market value, and then adjusted depending on buyer interest. Such was the case with a Nottinghamshire property purchased in 2007. The family thought they had found their dream home when they bought Clifton Hall, a 52-room country estate dating back to the days of William the Conqueror. written by RE Writer
If you have decided to sell your house and want to spruce it up to get the best price you can, one of the most economical ways to start is a simple paint job. It could also hide minor blemishes that could make a buyer be concerned about possible problems. written by Carolyn Capalbo
Many agents have come across the client who wants to sell their house and who wants to get rid of their clutter, but has no idea of how to go about it. A garage/yard/lawn sale is a terrific way to both get clutter out of the house and put some money in your buyers’ pockets. It’s also a good way to develop a rapport with your clients. Here are some tips for you to organize a garage sale with your clients and then get all the deadweight out of the house! 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 RE Writer
A short sale depends on if you get behind in your payments due to “legitimate hardship” – you lost your job, for instance, or you had to pay medical bills for the illness of a loved one. (Unfortunately, a once-in-a-lifetime vacation to Aruba doesn’t make the grade.) 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
To use language that you don't normally use is to risk a jarring effect in your writing that painfully exposes your ignorance of how such language is properly used. If you are comfortable using certain words in everyday speech, it is more likely that you will know when they are appropriate for your online writing. 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 Andy Asbury
The more extreme method of flea extermination is using a professional. You can hire an exterminator to use a flea fogger in your house but that is a lot of chemical residue to leave in your living space. It is recommended that foggers only be used in extreme cases for that reason. written by Mark Hostetler
Some items that people collect are actually quite useful and should be organized and stored properly, however many other items that are collected are mostly useless or unused by the owner. written by Andy Asbury
Anytime you're looking to sell a home or condo, it's always important to organize your belongings and furniture to best show off your home's assets. This is doubly important when you're looking to sell a condo, loft, or tiny home that doesn't have a lot of extra space in it. 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
The aim is to make your rooms seem as large as possible to a prospective buyer. Don't worry; as soon as you've moved, you can restore these items to their former glory. Pack away the library, leaving only enough books to produce an attractive display. << previous page 1 2 3 4 5 6 next page>> |
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