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chico real estate: What a Buyer Wants - 04/08/10 05:26 PM

What are today's home buyers looking for? According to a survey* of 22,000 recent home buyers, they plan to be “more practical” in their next purchase, focusing on livable space rather than "unnecessary upgrades." Extras such as pools, media rooms and even dining rooms are considered unnecessary luxuries, with the focus being more on such things as:
Efficient use of space (e.g. cabinets that go all the way to the ceiling) More workable kitchens (islands are still quite popular) "Greener" features (insulation, high-efficiency appliances) Nearby walking paths and playgrounds In the master bath, whirlpool tubs are giving way to … (3 comments)

chico real estate: Virtual Staging - 03/04/10 04:00 PM

Maybe 15 years ago, I attended a workshop by "Staging Guru" Barb Swartz, who coined the term "staging" and has been teaching Realtors how to enhance their listings since 1972. I wonder what Barb thinks about the new trend of "virtual staging"? Literally "photoshopping" furnishings into a vacant room is certainly less costly than actually hiring a staging professional. With more and more (estimated 85%) folks beginning their home search online, it is one option.

I wonder, however, how a buyer feels when walking into a vacant house after seeing those enticing "picture perfect" views online? Even with … (3 comments)

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